Dementia is an umbrella term for a variety of brain disorders. Learn about the types of dementia and their impact on the brain.

• Dementias 
• Alzheimer's disease 
• About the brain 
• For health-care professionals

A diagnosis of dementia affects families and friends as well as the person with the disease. Learn how to help, support and reassure everyone who is living with dementia.

• Day to day living
• Staying connected
• Planning for the future
• Treatment options

The Alzheimer Society of York Region has been actively supporting individuals and families coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias since 1985.

• About the Alzheimer Society
• Mission and Vision
• Annual report
• Contact us

The Alzheimer Society offers hope for tomorrow by funding research to find a cure and support quality of life for people living with dementia.

• Alzheimer Society Research Program
• Alzheimer's disease research

The Alzheimer Society of York Region can help you by providing information, resources, education, support and counseling.

You can help! Find out all the ways you can get involved in your own way in your own time.

• Volunteer 
• Raise your voice
• Be a fundraiser