Global TV's Mark Madryga and Dr. Art Hister want you to register for the Investors Group Walk for Memories on Jan. 29
The 2012 Investors Group Walk for Memories is just around the corner! Funds raised ensure people in your community, whose lives have been impacted by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias, connect to a national network of information, services and support.
Need another reason to attend one of this year's 23 community walks across B.C.? Listen to what our Walk emcees have to say.
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Free Tele-workshop
Dec. 15, 2011 7 p.m. (PST)
Children, Teens and Dementia
Are you having difficulty talking about dementia with the children and teens in your family? Are you wondering how much you should say? This tele-workshop for family caregivers explains what children and teens need to know to better understand dementia and offers suggestions on how to help them interact with the person.
To participate by phone:
Call 1-888-288-9321 and enter pass code 970855
By computer:
Visit: http://care-ringvoice.acrobat.com/asbc/
1. Click 'enter as guest'
2. Type in your first name
3. Click 'enter room'
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MP Tables New Bill for National Dementia Strategy
MP Claude Gravelle introduced new legislation on Nov. 24 for a national dementia strategy that will address the rising tide of dementia. If passed, the strategy will provide long-term and community care options for Canadians living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
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Celebrating the Holidays
The holiday season can be an overwhelming time for many people. This is particularly true when caring for someone with mid-stage dementia, when holiday events can pose special challenges for the person and their caregivers. However, with some adjustments to traditional holiday festivities, people with dementia and their families can enjoy what the holidays have to offer.
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Give the Gift of Support this Holiday Season
Holidays are a time for family, friends and generosity. The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is a grateful recipient of many end-of-year donations during this time of giving. Gail Murray, a volunteer facilitator for the early-stage support group in Coquitlam, is just one of many people who receive your support.
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Ascent for Alzheimer's: "Experience of a lifetime!"
Marian Lowrey was the first to call home from Horombo Hut after the 2011 Ascent for Alzheimer's team reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa. Horombo Hut is the first stop on the team's descent back down the mountain. Read more about the team's journey this year and about how you could hike Mt. Kilimanjaro next fall.
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18th Annual Forget Me Not Golf Tournament Confirmed for May, 2012
Northview Golf and Country Club, one of the most exciting and challenging courses in B.C., will once again be the home of the Forget Me Not Golf Tournament on May 24, 2012. The tournament, presented by Canaccord Genuity, is the Society's largest annual research fundraiser.
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Send a Free Holiday e-Card
In time for the holidays, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. has created two e-cards to celebrate the festive season. You can send a free e-card to friends and family this season in support of the Society.
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