All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
Caregiver of someone who lived with Alzheimer’s disease encourages people to reach out for help
Caregiving requires resilience and commitment. Former Caregiver, Lawrence shares his experience as a caregiver and the difference support can make.

Society Introduces Guided Nature Walks
Society introduces guided nature walk for people living with dementia and their caregivers

After three years at the Stouffville Legion, AS York Region’s DAY program returns to Parkview Village
Stouffville Legion President says she misses seeing clients who seem to have so “much fun” at DAY program

Upcoming Financial Planning Webinars
Financial Planning for Families Impacted by Dementia & Strategic Charitable Giving Webinars Coming in February

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Newmarket’s Jane Kennedy has three pieces of advice for people who are looking after someone living with Alzheimer’s disease: Get support as soon as you can; stay informed about how the disease progresses; and adjust to those changes as they happen.

Important Notice
Due to the ongoing labour action at Canada Post, some of our services may be affected.

The Giving Shop at Oakridge Fashions kicks off the giving season
The Alzheimer Society of York Region (AS York) was on hand as the giving season kicked off at Oakridge Fashion Inc. in Aurora.

Oakridge Fashions Giving Shop for Alz
AS York is thrilled to have been chosen as a 2024 charitable recipient of The Giving Shop at Oakridge Fashions. This holiday, you can find great items for everyone on your list, shop local and support local charities like the Alzheimer Society of York Region by visiting The Giving Shop.

The Helen Carswell Leadership Award
Purpose and process for the Helen Carswell Leadership Award

Celebrating 25 years at AS York: Franca Contardo
Much has changed since Franca Contardo started working at the Alzheimer Society of York Region (AS York) 25 years ago.
