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

Donor Spotlight: Empire Life

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 7, 2022

Empire Life donation in support of the Young Onset Dementia program

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Research Update

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 7, 2022

Alzheimer Society hosts Research Update for donors and community members in Lethbridge

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Palliative Care/End-of-Life Care Grant

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 7, 2022

The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories was recently awarded a Palliative Care/End-of-Life Care Grant by the Government of Alberta

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Biogen Media Statement

Alberta and Northwest Territories
June 9, 2022

Biogen announced that it had withdrawn it’s request to approve the use of aducanumab as a treatment for early stage of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Donor Spotlight: Naomi M.

Alberta and Northwest Territories
April 20, 2022

When her mother was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's, Naomi knew she had to take action.

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Make a Plan to Give: Helen and Ed's Story

Alberta and Northwest Territories
April 14, 2022

Helen had a strong desire to give a donation to the Society as a tribute to her husband’s memory. But as with many people, immediate giving was not a practical choice.

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Plan a Legacy Gift to the Alzheimer Society AB/NT

Alberta and Northwest Territories
March 30, 2022

If you are looking for a way to leave a legacy that will make an impact on future generations, consider a planned gift to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories.

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Dementia in the Workplace

Alberta and Northwest Territories
March 22, 2022

Dementia in the Workplace website launched. The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories has developed a new website, DementiaAlberta.ca, to provide information and guidance to Alberta employers and employees faced with a dementia diagnosis or navigating dementia in the workplace.

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Donor Spotlight: Alberta Blue Cross

Alberta and Northwest Territories
January 14, 2022

Alberta Blue Cross is excited to support the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories through sponsorship of the Virtual Minds in Motion® program. Staff and clients of the organization know the company’s support makes a difference.

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Alzheimer's Awareness Month 2022

Alberta and Northwest Territories
January 6, 2022

January is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories is pleased to announce it is participating in a nation-wide campaign reminding people that the organization is the First Link® to Support, Knowledge and Community.

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