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WRHA Program Seeks Advisory Council Members

Residents, family members and concerned citizens are invited to apply for membership on the Advisory Council for Long Term Care that is currently being formed. … Read More

2014 Alzheimer Society Research Competition

The 2014 Alzheimer Society Research Competition will be launched on September 5, 2013. The program provides grants and awards to applicants based in Canadian Universities… Read More

2013 Gravelle Petition

Claude Gravelle, Member of  Parliament, is asking Canadians concerned about  dementia to sign his petition requesting that the Minister  of Health and House of Commons… Read More

eNewsletter October 2013

Hidden Health Hurdles Ahead If you are caring for a friend or family member with dementia, keeping yourself healthy can sometimes be difficult. Tara Maltman-Just,… Read More

eNewsletter August 2013

Maintaining Independence with Dementia Shelley Butler says she’s “fiercely adamant” about maintaining her independence. The 54-year-old Brandon resident was diagnosed with dementia in December 2012. Read More

eNewsletter July 2013

Gardening Tips Gardens can be a place where a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia can stay familiar with memorable activities such as… Read More

eNewsletter June 2013

Support World Elder Abuse Awareness Day World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, held annually on June 15 aims to raise awareness that abuse, neglect and financial… Read More

eNewsletter April 2013

Caregiver Recognition Day The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba celebrates the hard work and efforts of dementia caregivers in Manitoba during Caregiver Recognition Day on Tuesday, April 2. Read More