Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the main causes of dementia. Did you know that it accounts for approximately 80% of all cases of dementia in Canada?

Although dementia mainly affects older people, it is not a normal part of aging. While no cure has been found yet, there is lots of evidence available for those worried about it or caring for someone living with it. January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Canada, making it a perfect time to learn more about the warning signs and check out our other resources:

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DISCLAIMER: Many of our Blog Posts were written before the COVID-19 pandemic and thus do not necessarily reflect the latest public health recommendations. While the content of these blogs identify activities that support optimal aging, it is important to defer to the most current public health recommendations such as social distancing and frequent hand washing. Some of the activities suggested within these blogs may need to be modified or avoided altogether to comply with current social distancing recommendations. To view the latest updates from the Public Health Agency of Canada, please visit their website. 

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