All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
Philanthropy Day - Andrew Feenstra
The owner of Cyclesmith bicycle shop on Agricola Street in the North End of Halifax, Andrew Feenstra is a true philanthropist.
I give because of my Betty
Ken Mantin, care partner for his wife Betty, shares why he gives to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

A message from our CEO: Navigating the Path Forward for Dementia in Canada
With the release of Navigating the Path Forward for Dementia in Canada: The Landmark Study Report #1, and with projections set to rise so significantly, we all have a role to play – in reducing our own risk, and in ensuring those with dementia and those who support them can live well and remain engaged in their communities.

20 Years of Infoline Service
We’re recognizing the 20th anniversary of our InfoLine service.

40 Years of Impact
40 years! It’s hard to believe it, but that is how old ASNS will turn on January 31, 2023. 40 years of supporting Nova Scotians on the dementia journey. 40 years of impact.

Passing the Programs & Services Torch
Introducing our new Director of Programs & Services, Sacha Nadeau.
Alexa McDonough: Immeasurable impact and a towering legacy
Alexa’s bright light will never fade, and we hold her incredible warmth, courage, and commitment to making the world a better place deeply in our hearts.

First Voice Perspective: InfoLine
“Someone else understands. Because you can talk to a lot of people, and everyone has an opinion, but unless they go through it, they don’t understand.”

First Voice Perspective: First Link Referral Program
“The things that I hear the most from patients I’ve referred is that they feel supported, they know someone is there if they do have questions.”

First Voice Perspective: Caregiver Support Groups
“It’s very therapeutic to be able to offer an answer or suggestion to someone that’s dealing with something you’ve gone through yourself.”

First Voice Perspective: Shaping the Journey
“Shaping the Journey gave me and Doug information about how this is going to look in the long run."

