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Managing through COVID-19
Dementia doesn’t stop and neither do we. To get you through these difficult times, we have developed these helpful resources.
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Find your Society
No matter where you live in Canada, you have a Society that you can be involved in. Your Society can help and support you with programs, services, education and resources tailored to you.
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Welcome to the new Alzheimer Society website!
We’ve recently redesigned and relaunched alzheimer.ca. Find out what’s new!
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What is dementia?
The term "dementia" doesn't actually refer to one, specific disease. Rather, it's an overall term for a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain.
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The Canadian Charter of Rights for People with Dementia
As a person living with dementia, the Charter can help you assert your rights to live free of stigma, benefit from all of Canada's civic and legal rights, participate in policies that affect you and more.
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Newsletter
Sign up to Remember Me, news for supporters and friends of the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
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Fundraise and participate
There are plenty of ways to get involved! Learn more about how you can raise funds for the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
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