All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.

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.

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.

AS York is hiring a number of position. Please join our team.

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.

The Alzheimer Society of Canada releases its statement on the recent announcement by Biogen.

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

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.

Worldwide, women with dementia outnumber men 2 to 1. In recognition of International Women’s Day, we are celebrating all of the women who are leading the way in dementia research, education, support and services for all of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and if your significant other is living with dementia, holidays like this one can be especially painful.