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Thank you to all those who raised their voices to help make a difference for people affected by dementia.


The Manitoba Government has committed to:
  • Working with the Alzheimer Society to renew the provincial Alzheimer’s strategy.
  • Funding FirstLink®, an initiative led by the Alzheimer Society that connects individuals and families affected by dementia with services and support as soon as possible after diagnosis.
  • Incorporating the importance of brain health and dementia prevention messaging into provincial healthy living campaigns.

    • Click here to see the letter of commitment

    The Alzheimer Society looks forward to working with the Honourable Greg Selinger and the Minister of Health toward our shared goal of bettering the lives of those touched by Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia through improved dementia care.

    Alzheimer Strategy
    First Link® Program
    Brain Health

    1) Renewal of the Alzheimer Strategy

    Nine years ago the Manitoba Government adopted a “Strategy for Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias in Manitoba”. The Strategy focused on Nine Strategic Issues regarding care for people with dementia. The Alzheimer Society has developed the Alzheimer Strategy Report Card to review successes since the Strategy was published and to identify the gaps that remain. A revitalized and renewed Strategy is needed to address the current context.

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    2) First Link® Program Funding

    People with dementia, their family members and friends cannot live the dementia journey alone. They need support from informed health professionals and community agencies. With added support they will be able to plan for future care needs, have enhanced caregiving skills and maintain a higher quality of life while living with dementia.

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    3) Brain Health

    Manitobans need to know personal strategies that will assist them to protect their brain health. They must also be able to recognize the warning signs of dementia and know how to seek a diagnosis.

    Click HERE to find out more.