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

Introduction to and Progression of Alzheimer's Disease - Sidney, B.C.
March 11, 2010 01:30 PM to March 11, 2010 03:30 PM

Location:
Shoal Centre (10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, B.C.)

Telephone Workshop: The Healthy Brain
March 25, 2010 12:00 PM to March 25, 2010 01:00 PM

Location:
Province Wide

Dementia Education Series - Nanaimo, B.C.
April 24, 2010 01:00 PM to April 24, 2010 03:30 PM

Location:
Nanaimo Seniors Village - Dover Room (6089 Uplands Drive, Nanaimo, BC)

Telephone Workshop: Moving from Problems to Solutions
April 29, 2010 07:00 PM to April 29, 2010 08:00 PM

Location:
Province Wide

Telephone Workshop: Life After Diagnosis
May 26, 2010 12:00 PM to May 26, 2010 01:00 PM

Location:
Province Wide



Recent News



Brain Awareness Week (March 15-21) is a great time to think about your brain health and growing evidence supports the benefits of physical activity to reduce the risk for, or delay the onset of dementia. Read more...

Brain Awareness Week is a great time to hear about what’s new in brain research. But it’s also a great reminder for everyone to take care of their own brain health. There are many healthy ways to maintain and improve the health of your brain. Your diet is one way and here are a few easy tips to help you get started. Read more...

Winner of the Best International Film award at the Indie Spirit Film Festival, Forgetful Not Forgotten is an intimate portrait of a family coming to grips with the realities of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Audiences in five B.C. communities will have the opportunity to see free public screenings in March. Read more...

During the Vancouver 2010 Olympics and Paralympics (February 12 – 28, March 12 – 21, 2010), there may be some disruptions in the Lower Mainland. Read more...

One of Canada’s top creative and rebranding strategists has responded to a recent public call to action and will be challenging British Columbians to rethink dementia. Rethink Communications has announced it will be donating their award-winning expertise to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Read more...




Resource Centres

* Please call ahead for an appointment *

Greater Victoria

Serving: Colwood, Esquimalt, Langford, Metchosin, North Saanich, Sidney, Sooke, Southern Gulf Islands, Victoria

Alzheimer Resource Centre
202-306 Burnside Road West
Victoria, B.C. V8Z 1M1

Telephone

250-382-2052
Fax
250-382-8108

Main Contacts
Christin Hillary / Support & Education Coordinator
chillary@alzheimerbc.org

Joan Bird / Administrative Assistant
jbird@alzheimerbc.org

Susan Sharp / First Link Coordinator
ssharp@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups


North & Central Vancouver Island

Serving: Campbell River, Cobble Hill, Comox, Courtenay, Cowichan, Duncan, Gold River, Ladysmith, Lake Cowichan, Nanaimo, Northern Gulf Islands, Parksville, Port Alberni, Port Alice, Port Hardy, Port McNeill, , Qualicum, Shawnigan Lake, Tofino, Ucluelet

Telephone
250-245-7939 (Nanaimo/Ladysmith)
Toll-free
1-800-462-2833 (Island only)
Fax
250-245-4707

Main Contacts
Jane Hope / Support & Education Coordinator
jhope@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups