Help make B.C. a leader in dementia care

More than 70,000 British Columbians have Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia – a number that’s increasing as the population ages.

However, attention to dementia care in B.C. has changed dramatically over the last decade.

Because people like you have shared their stories or experiences and made time to connect with decision-makers, we continue to make a difference by keeping dementia on the agenda!

If you have questions about advocacy activities in B.C. or want to know what you can do, contact Barbara Lindsay at 604-742-4918 (toll-free in B.C. 1-800-667-3742) or e-mail blindsay@alzheimerbc.org.

Minister of Health Michael de Jong


Michael de Jong
MLA, Abbotsford
Visit his website		 Michael de Jong was named Minister of Health on March 14, 2011. He was re-elected in 2009 as the MLA for the newly named constituency of Abbotsford West, an area he has represented since first being elected to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia in a 1994 by-election.

Michael de Jong previously served as Attorney General, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, Minister of Labour and Citizens’ Services, and Minister of Forests. In addition he also served as Government House Leader.
 
   

Get to know the issues
The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is focused on three key areas in our work with government:
  • Implementation of the Dementia Service Framework, a blueprint that sets out a vision: that people living with dementia will lead full lives, through a shared passion for action by all stakeholders.
  • To change the culture of care in residential care.
  • To include people with dementia in end-of-life programs.

Learn more about the issues...

What is an Alzheimer Advocate?

An Alzheimer Advocate is someone exactly like you!

Advocates are people who have been diagnosed with dementia, are care partners, or friends who support a person with dementia.

All you have to do is raise your voice – by talking, or simply writing a letter.

We can help you get started...


B.C. Legislature supports dementia care

MLA Linda Reid addresses the B.C. Legislature about brain health, dementia research and support for caregivers. Read more...


Contact

Barbara Lindsay
Senior Manager of Advocacy and Public Policy
Phone: 604-742-4918
Toll-free: 1-800-667-3742
Fax: 604-669-6907
E-mail: blindsay@alzheimerbc.org