This is a new column where we hope to answer some of the questions that you have for us. Below are some questions asked by the Surrey /White Rock Early Stage Support Group.

Q: How many Early Stage Support Groups are there in B.C.?

A: Currently, there are 19 support groups. The newest Early Stage Support Group began meeting in January 2010 in Surrey.

Q: Is the government putting any money into research to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease? If so, do they put money into research on a regular basis?

A: The provincial government doesn’t put money into research on a regular basis, but has done so in the past. The B.C. government does fund research organizations that do dementia research.  The federal government also funds organizations which do this research.