“The pandemic has had a major impact on the lives of the estimated 70,000 British Columbians living with dementia in B.C., including residents of the…
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Help change the future for people affected by dementia
In an increasingly uncertain world, East Kootenay residents living with dementia and their caregivers are facing more social isolation than ever before. To help them,…
Helping residents stay connected to people with dementia
Imagine you’ve worked hard to build a career you love and a great social circle. Then you’re diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease. Instead of…
Charity extends support for East Kootenay residentsÂ
Physical distancing, self-isolation and quarantine have been a difficult transition for most British Columbians but they have been particularly challenging for East Kootenay residents living…
Residents help Alzheimer Society mark World Alzheimer’s Month
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to push the global conversation about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias to the forefront. With an estimated 70,000…
Regional residents invited to try virtual Grouse Grind
Not many 10-year-olds would consider spending their birthday climbing the 2,830 steps up the notoriously challenging Grouse Grind – but young fundraiser Talia Yorish is…
Residents learn to adapt dementia strategies
As steady as our environment can seem at times, factors beyond our control have the potential to rapidly change the world around us. The current…
Residents invited to virtually Climb for Alzheimer’s
70,000-kilometre hiking challenge to support people living with dementia Each September for the past eight years, committed individuals and teams have climbed North Vancouver’s Grouse…
Emotional support and training available for caregivers
Caring for someone living with dementia takes a tremendous toll on a care partner’s physical and emotional health. Dr. Elisabeth Drance To help caregivers in Cranbrook, Fernie,…
Free webinar for care givers tending to people with dementia
Upcoming webinar to offer practical strategies East Kootenay residents can use to respond to delusions and hallucinations caused by dementia As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, challenges…