The Alzheimer Society's Resource Centres help those concerned with or facing dementia build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to maintain quality of life. Resource Centres offer information, educational opportunities, support groups, and the ability to speak directly with a knowledgeable team member. Contact the Resource Centre in your area for services in local communities.

Upcoming Events

Shaping the Journey - Kamloops, B.C.
February 09, 2010 09:15 AM to February 09, 2010 12:00 PM

Location:
Kamloops

Staying Well While Caring - Kamloops
February 10, 2010 09:00 AM to February 10, 2010 12:00 PM

Location:
Alzheimer Resource Centre (543 Battle Street, Kamloops, B.C.)

Life After Diagnosis & Navigating the System - Prince George B.C.
February 13, 2010 09:30 AM to February 13, 2010 12:00 PM

Location:
Alzheimer Society Resource Center (202-575 Quebec Street, Prince George, B.C.)

Transition to Residential Care - Kamloops, B.C.
February 16, 2010 06:00 PM to February 16, 2010 08:30 PM

Location:
Alzheimer Resource Centre (543 Battle Street, Kamloops, B.C.)

Transition to Residential Care - Kamloops, B.C.
February 16, 2010 06:00 PM to February 16, 2010 08:30 PM

Location:
Alzheimer Resource Centre (543 Battle Street, Kamloops, B.C.)



Recent News

Mark Madryga’s forecast for warmer weather this winter due to El Nino is great news for this year’s walkers! The local meteorologist for Global TV BC and CKNW 980, was at Eaglequest Golf at Coyote Creek recently to help kick-off the countdown to the Investors Group Walk for Memories. Read more ...

As part of Alzheimer Awareness Month, you may be hearing about the Alzheimer Society of B.C. and the Rising Tide study on your local airwaves throughout the province. AM 650 has generously provided permission for us to share three awareness ads with radio stations across B.C. Click on the sound clips to hear the ads now.

A report released by the Alzheimer Society today to mark Alzheimer Awareness month reveals alarming new statistics about the projected economic and social costs of dementia in Canada. Here in B.C., findings indicate that if nothing changes over the next 30 years, the prevalence of dementia in the province will more than double. Read more ...

View the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s new ad for the Investors Group Walk for Memories. Read more and see the ad ....




Resource Centres

* Please call ahead for an appointment *

Central Interior

Serving: Adams Lake, Ashcroft, Barriere, Bella Coola, Cache Creek, Celista, Chase, Clearwater, Kamloops, Lillooet, Lytton, Merritt, 100 Mile House, Williams Lake

Alzheimer Resource Centre
543 Battle Street
Kamloops, B.C.

Mailing Address
Alzheimer Society of B.C.
PO Box 277, Station M
Kamloops, B.C. V2C 5K6

Telephone
250-377-8200
Toll-free
1-800-886-6946
Fax
250-377-8484

Main Contacts

Sheila Smith / Support & Education Coordinator
ssmith@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups


Northern Interior
(also serving Skeena)

Serving: Burns Lake, Fort St. James, Fraser Lake, Hazelton, Kitimat, McBride, MacKenzie, Prince George, Prince Rupert, Quesnel, Smithers, Telegraph Creek, Terrace, Valemont, Vanderhoof

Alzheimer Resource Centre
202 - 575 Quebec Street
Prince George, B.C. V2L 1W6

Telephone

250-564-7533
Toll-free
1-866-564-7533
Fax
250-564-1642

Main Contacts
Marianne Luther / Support & Education Coordinator
mluther@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups


Peace River

Serving: Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, Hudson Hope, Tumbler Ridge

Telephone
250-782-1439
Toll-free
1-866-782-1439
Fax
250-782-1436

Main Contacts
Muriel Stanley / Support & Education Coordinator
mstanley@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups