All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and the brain.
WAM - Jane and Eileen
World Alzheimer's Month - We first met Jane and her mom Eileen during our 2018 holiday appeal. When we chatted with mother and daughter duo, Eileen was living with Jane and required assistance for her day-to-day activities. Eileen passed away on Jan. 6, 2022 after hip surgery and a lung infection.
WAM - Jean and Tom
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Throughout the month, we are going to say hello to some of the people who have shared their stories with us over the years, including Jean and Tom. Tom is living with young-onset dementia.
WAM - Jennifer and Feroze
We first met Jennifer and Feroze for an Alzheimer’s Awareness Month story in January 2020. At the time Jennifer was trying to look after her partner, Feroze, who lives with Alzheimer’s disease. Feroze is now living in long-term care.
World Alzheimer's Month-Cynthia&Shirley
We first met Cynthia and her mom Shirley in our 2018-2019 annual report. Shirley, living with mixed dementia, had recently moved into a seniors apartment in Mount Albert to be closer to her children. Fast forward three years and Shirley is now in long-term care at a facilit.
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Aurora Bridge Club’s event raises funds
The Aurora Bridge Club, which has been in operation since 1965, hosted its Longest Day event June 21, offering free meals, bridge and a chance to learn about AS York and the programs and services it offers.
Aducanumab drug trial statement
The Alzheimer Society of Canada releases its statement on the recent announcement by Biogen.
Ryan Ainsworth - Honorary Family
Musician Ryan Ainsworth is a familiar face at the Aurora and Thornhill DAY programs. Prior to COVID-19, he would perform at the Aurora and Thornhill DAY programs bringing music and joy to clients living with dementia. Ainsworth is this year's IG Wealth Management's Honorary Family. #IGWalkforAlz
Friend with dementia inspires runs
Vikash Jain is running 100K in May to raise funds for programs and services for York Region residents impacted by dementia. He will be running for his friend, John, living with dementia and John's wife, Mary, and for other people impacted by this fatal disease.
