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

The 2021 virtual Legislature Luncheon

British Columbia
September 29, 2021

Every year, the Society and the B.C. Ministry of Health co-host a non-partisan luncheon at the Legislature building in Victoria. It is an opportunity for Members of the Legislative Assembly from across B.C. to hear people’s experiences of dementia and about the importance inclusive communities.

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Jim Mann's letter to his younger self

British Columbia
September 17, 2021

It’s World Alzheimer’s Month, and COVID-19 restrictions have increased Jim Mann's time at home, allowing him to reflect on almost 15 years of living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. Jim wrote some thoughts for his younger self to give that little bit of assurance that we all need.

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2,830 steps for Gerryann! The Dillon family will do the Grouse Grind® as part of the Climb for Alzheimer’s to show Gerryann they are with her on this uphill journey.

British Columbia
September 13, 2021

This month, people around the province are doing the Climb for Alzheimer’s to raise funds to help make a difference in the lives of thousands of British Columbians. On September 19, Malik Dillon, his family and friends will join us in North Vancouver to climb the Grouse Grind® in honour of Malik’s wife, Gerryann.

Malik and Gerryann Dillon - Climb for Alzheimer's

Notice of the Annual General Meeting

British Columbia
September 9, 2021

Notice of the annual general meeting of members of the Alzheimer Research Foundation of B.C. ("the Foundation")

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Recognizing World Alzheimer’s Month 2021

British Columbia
September 9, 2021

In September, as World Alzheimer’s Month is recognized around the world, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is calling attention to the many challenges that British Columbians living with dementia, their caregivers and families have experienced over the past year.

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