Vancouver
Sunday, January 31, 2010

(Click on the silde show for a larger version)

Stanley Park Pavilion
next to Malkin Bowl

Walk: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Registration: 12:00 p.m.

For more information call:
604.681.6530
Each of the Walks is dedicated to an Honouree – a person who has been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia.

This Investors Group Walk for Memories is dedicated to Gerry Matier and Dede Jamieson.

Caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is a demanding and sometimes difficult journey, requiring hard work, patience and compassion.

In acknowledgement of their commitment, Gerry Matier, together with his wife Dede (Diane) Jamieson, are the honourees for this year’s Investors Group Walk for Memories. Gerry, who is currently the Executive Director of the Insurance Council of British Columbia, married his wife, Dede in 1980. In 2001, Dede was diagnosed with dementia (primary progressive aphasia). Gerry immediately connected with the Alzheimer Society of B.C. and took care of Dede until her condition required her placement in a long-term care facility.

“In the beginning, the Alzheimer Society helped me understand Dede’s form of dementia. Later, when I was struggling with my role, I joined a caregiver support group which helped me regain focus. The Society has since called on me to give talks to help others better understand the caregiver role which I’m always glad to do,” said Gerry.

Let’s get walking Vancouver—for the 70,000 individuals and families in B.C. who are living with dementia. 

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