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

AS York announces the expansion of public education offerings
The Alzheimer Society of York Region (AS York)’s public education department is now “double the power.”

Making People Smile!
Newmarket’s Bob Patterson just wants to make people smile.

#IGWalkforAlz Team Minds in Motion
Jennifer Barta, the Alzheimer Society of York Region’s (AS York) Active Living Coordinator, is creating a sense of community.
