We are asking people to #goblueforalz to show their support for families affected by dementia. We hope you will join us by wearing blue or lighting up your business, organization and home in blue on September 21, World Alzheimer’s Day!
You will be joining other landmarks in Manitoba, including the Centennial Concert Hall, Manitoba Museum, Winnipeg Art Gallery and Mayor Brian Bowman who is lighting up the Winnipeg sign at the Forks in blue.
Worldwide, an astounding 50 million are diagnosed with dementia. In Manitoba, there are over 23,000 people with dementia and 56% are directly impacted because they have a family member or close personal friend with the disease.
Having a globally coordinated World Alzheimer’s Month sends a strong message to governments and policy makers, alerting them to the fact that dementia is a serious health issue that will have overwhelming implications on services and health systems around the world as the population grows older.
We’ll be wearing blue to show our support! Will you? Make sure to post your photos to social media, tag us and use the hashtag #goblueforalz.
Here are some other ways you can become involved:
Help Create Dementia Friendly Communities
In a dementia friendly community, we all have a role. It could involve being more patient when someone at a checkout counter needs a few more minutes to organize their purchases. It could mean assisting someone if they appear disoriented or improving signage to better direct people as they enter your place of business.
Join a growing movement of individuals and workplaces who are creating positive change!
Click here for more information about dementia friendly communities.
Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings at the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba
Share your personal stories and let others know how your family has been touched by Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
Host a Casual BLUE Jeans Day and Raise Funds for the Alzheimer Society
Encourage everyone in your office or staff working from home to wear blue jeans on Monday, September 21 and make a donation to help raise funds for the Alzheimer Society on World Alzheimer’s Day! Click here for an example of an email you can circulate.
Make sure to post your photos on Facebook — tag the Alzheimer Society and use the hashtag #goblueforalz.
Enjoy a Night of Trivia
Exercise your brain and join the Alzheimer Society for our 12th annual Trivia Challenge!
The new virtual event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 13th at 7 pm.
Gather your friends, family and co-workers for a fun night of trivia!
Click here for more information and to register today!
Here are some resources for families:
Attend Care4u Family Conference
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 24 from 9 am to 12 pm to hear the world-renowned dementia care expert Teepa Snow live at our virtual Care4u Conference for families living with dementia.
As well as bringing her dynamic speaking skills and humour to her sessions, she’ll also present a dedicated Q&A, during which she’ll answer participants’ questions. She’ll also share practical, day-to-day strategies and tips that caregivers can put to immediate use!
Participants will also hear from Dr. Barry Campbell, who will provide information on how families can better communicate about sensitive issues that arise during the course of the disease, including obtaining a diagnosis, driving safety, receiving home care support and moving to long term care.
Click here for more information and to register online today!
Join the Minds in Motion® Program
The Alzheimer Society’s Minds in Motion® program, which promotes physical, social and brain challenging activities for people with dementia and their care partners, will be coming your way this fall!
Partnered sites are working towards offering physically distanced in-person sessions when it’s safe to do so. A virtual option will be offered as well through the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
Stay tuned for more details! REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS SEPTEMBER.
Attend a Family Education Session or Workshop
Learn new skills and obtain information and resources that will help you face the daily realities of living with and caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
Click here for information on upcoming ZOOM Webinar sessions and workshops.
Join a Virtual Care Partner Support Group
We are also currently offering virtual caregiver support groups to help connect people with others living in a similar situation during these uncertain times and to ensure that families continue to have access to support and information. Click here for upcoming dates and details on how to register.
You are not alone. Call us!
Our offices are open for one-on-one appointments. You can also reach a comforting ear by phone or get a quick response by email. Call us at 204-942-6622 (Winnipeg) or at 1-800-378-6699 (toll free).
Join us for a Globally Coordinated World Alzheimer’s Month
Dementia exists in your country, in your province and in your community. It knows no boundaries.
It not only affects the person themselves, but also impacts families, caregivers, communities and societies on a local, national and international scale.
Having a globally coordinated World Alzheimer’s Month sends a strong message to governments and policy makers, alerting them to the fact that dementia is a serious health issue that will have overwhelming implications on services and health systems around the world as the population grows older.
We hope you join us here in Manitoba to raise awareness about dementia and the programs and services available for families at the Alzheimer Society.
We are asking people to #goblueforalz to show their support for families affected by dementia. We hope you will join us by wearing blue or lighting up your business, organization and home in blue on September 21, World Alzheimer’s Day!
You will be joining other landmarks in Manitoba, including the Centennial Concert Hall, Manitoba Museum, Winnipeg Art Gallery and Mayor Brian Bowman who is lighting up the Winnipeg sign at the Forks in blue.
Worldwide, an astounding 50 million are diagnosed with dementia. In Manitoba, there are over 23,000 people with dementia and 56% are directly impacted because they have a family member or close personal friend with the disease.
Having a globally coordinated World Alzheimer’s Month sends a strong message to governments and policy makers, alerting them to the fact that dementia is a serious health issue that will have overwhelming implications on services and health systems around the world as the population grows older.
We’ll be wearing blue to show our support! Will you? Make sure to post your photos to social media, tag us and use the hashtag #goblueforalz.
Here are some other ways you can become involved:
Help Create Dementia Friendly Communities
In a dementia friendly community, we all have a role. It could involve being more patient when someone at a checkout counter needs a few more minutes to organize their purchases. It could mean assisting someone if they appear disoriented or improving signage to better direct people as they enter your place of business.
Join a growing movement of individuals and workplaces who are creating positive change!
Click here for more information about dementia friendly communities.
Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings at the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba
Share your personal stories and let others know how your family has been touched by Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
Host a Casual BLUE Jeans Day and Raise Funds for the Alzheimer Society
Encourage everyone in your office or staff working from home to wear blue jeans on Monday, September 21 and make a donation to help raise funds for the Alzheimer Society on World Alzheimer’s Day! Click here for an example of an email you can circulate.
Make sure to post your photos on Facebook — tag the Alzheimer Society and use the hashtag #goblueforalz.
Enjoy a Night of Trivia
Exercise your brain and join the Alzheimer Society for our 12th annual Trivia Challenge!
The new virtual event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 13th at 7 pm.
Gather your friends, family and co-workers for a fun night of trivia!
Click here for more information and to register today!
Here are some resources for families:
Attend Care4u Family Conference
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 24 from 9 am to 12 pm to hear the world-renowned dementia care expert Teepa Snow live at our virtual Care4u Conference for families living with dementia.
As well as bringing her dynamic speaking skills and humour to her sessions, she’ll also present a dedicated Q&A, during which she’ll answer participants’ questions. She’ll also share practical, day-to-day strategies and tips that caregivers can put to immediate use!
Participants will also hear from Dr. Barry Campbell, who will provide information on how families can better communicate about sensitive issues that arise during the course of the disease, including obtaining a diagnosis, driving safety, receiving home care support and moving to long term care.
Click here for more information and to register online today!
Join the Minds in Motion® Program
The Alzheimer Society’s Minds in Motion® program, which promotes physical, social and brain challenging activities for people with dementia and their care partners, will be coming your way this fall!
Partnered sites are working towards offering physically distanced in-person sessions when it’s safe to do so. A virtual option will be offered as well through the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
Stay tuned for more details! REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS SEPTEMBER.
Attend a Family Education Session or Workshop
Learn new skills and obtain information and resources that will help you face the daily realities of living with and caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
Click here for information on upcoming ZOOM Webinar sessions and workshops.
Join a Virtual Care Partner Support Group
We are also currently offering virtual caregiver support groups to help connect people with others living in a similar situation during these uncertain times and to ensure that families continue to have access to support and information. Click here for upcoming dates and details on how to register.
You are not alone. Call us!
Our offices are open for one-on-one appointments. You can also reach a comforting ear by phone or get a quick response by email. Call us at 204-942-6622 (Winnipeg) or at 1-800-378-6699 (toll free).
Join us for a Globally Coordinated World Alzheimer’s Month
Dementia exists in your country, in your province and in your community. It knows no boundaries.
It not only affects the person themselves, but also impacts families, caregivers, communities and societies on a local, national and international scale.
Having a globally coordinated World Alzheimer’s Month sends a strong message to governments and policy makers, alerting them to the fact that dementia is a serious health issue that will have overwhelming implications on services and health systems around the world as the population grows older.
We hope you join us here in Manitoba to raise awareness about dementia and the programs and services available for families at the Alzheimer Society.
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Here are some other ways you can become involved:
Help Create Dementia Friendly Communities
In a dementia friendly community, we all have a role. It could involve being more patient when someone at a checkout counter needs a few more minutes to organize their purchases. It could mean assisting someone if they appear disoriented or improving signage to better direct people as they enter your place of business. Join a growing movement of individuals and workplaces who are creating positive change! Click here for more information about dementia friendly communities.
Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings at the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba
Share your personal stories and let others know how your family has been touched by Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
Host a Casual BLUE Jeans Day and Raise Funds for the Alzheimer Society
Encourage everyone in your office or staff working from home to wear blue jeans on Monday, September 21 and make a donation to help raise funds for the Alzheimer Society on World Alzheimer’s Day! Click here for an example of an email you can circulate. Your gift will help families and individuals face the diagnosis of dementia and plan their next steps. Click here to make a donation today Make sure to post your photos on Facebook -- tag the Alzheimer Society and use the hashtag #goblueforalz.
Enjoy a Night of Trivia
Exercise your brain and join the Alzheimer Society for our 12th annual Trivia Challenge! The new virtual event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 13th at 7 pm. Gather your friends, family and co-workers for a fun night of trivia! Click here for more information and to register today!
Here are some resources for families:
Attend Care4u Family Conference
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 24 from 9 am to 12 pm to hear the world-renowned dementia care expert Teepa Snow live at our virtual Care4u Conference for families living with dementia. As well as bringing her dynamic speaking skills and humour to her sessions, she’ll also present a dedicated Q&A, during which she’ll answer participants’ questions. She’ll also share practical, day-to-day strategies and tips that caregivers can put to immediate use! Participants will also hear from Dr. Barry Campbell, who will provide information on how families can better communicate about sensitive issues that arise during the course of the disease, including obtaining a diagnosis, driving safety, receiving home care support and moving to long term care. Click here for more information and to register online today!
Join the Minds in Motion® Program
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Partnered sites are working towards offering physically distanced in-person sessions when it's safe to do so. A virtual option will be offered as well through the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
Stay tuned for more details! REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS SEPTEMBER.
Attend a Family Education Session or Workshop
Learn new skills and obtain information and resources that will help you face the daily realities of living with and caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. Click here for information on upcoming ZOOM Webinar sessions and workshops.
Join a Virtual Care Partner Support Group
We are also currently offering virtual caregiver support groups to help connect people with others living in a similar situation during these uncertain times and to ensure that families continue to have access to support and information. Click here for upcoming dates and details on how to register.
You are not alone. Call us!
Our offices are open for one-on-one appointments. You can also reach a comforting ear by phone or get a quick response by email. Call us at 204-942-6622 (Winnipeg) or at 1-800-378-6699 (toll free).
Join us for a Globally Coordinated World Alzheimer's Month
Dementia exists in your country, in your province and in your community. It knows no boundaries. It not only affects the person themselves, but also impacts families, caregivers, communities and societies on a local, national and international scale. Having a globally coordinated World Alzheimer's Month sends a strong message to governments and policy makers, alerting them to the fact that dementia is a serious health issue that will have overwhelming implications on services and health systems around the world as the population grows older. We hope you join us here in Manitoba to raise awareness about dementia and the programs and services available for families at the Alzheimer Society. "
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