Media Releases

2011

       


Alzheimer Society Walk for Memories aims to raise $100K for local programs and services

 

Over 500 people are expected to participate in the London Walk for Memories on May 14, 2011 in support of Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex programs and services. 

 

            Baby Boomers turning 65 in 2011: Not ready for Alzheimer's

 An online survey of baby boomers across Canada conducted by the Alzheimer Society reveals a worrying lack of awareness about Alzheimer's disease.

 

 

2010

 

Upcoming Alzheimer Society Conference Focuses on the Caregiver

 

The Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex (ASLM) presents Navigating the Road Ahead: A Conference on Caregiving, on November 25, 2010 at the London Convention Centre.  Special keynote speakers include internationally renowned neurologist Dr. Vladimir Hachinksi; and award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster, Dale Goldhawk.

 

Take a Coffee Break™ and help fight Alzheimer's disease

 

This September, make your coffee count in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by supporting the National Alzheimer Society Coffee Break™.  

   

Award-winning Alzheimer's documentary to screen in London

 

Winner of the Best International Film Award at the Indie Spirit Film Festival, 'Forgetful Not Forgotten' is an intimate portrait of a family coming to grips with the reality of early-onset Alzheimer's disease.

 

The 2010 Manulife Walk for Memories: A Walk to Remember

 

Every five minutes someone in Canada develops Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. In London and Middlesex alone, over 7000 people have been diagnosed with the disease. By participating in the 2010 Manulife Walk for Memories, you can help stop this tragic disease from affecting increasing numbers of Canadians.

 

Reducing the toll of Alzheimer's disease in Ontario: a 10-step plan

(March 24, 2010)

 

The Alzheimer Society of Ontario released today a comprehensive 10-step action plan for the next decade to reverse the escalating economic impact of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

  

Auction Raises Record Amount for Alzheimer Society

(February 12, 2010)

 

The 17th Annual Cabin Fever Reliever Dinner and Auction, hosted by the Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex, netted over $70,000 for programs and services.

 

Local Alzheimer Society launches unique First Nations dementia program (January 27, 2010)

 

First Nations people with dementia and their families can now have better access to Alzheimer information and support, thanks to a unique program developed collaboratively with the Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex and Oneida Nation of the Thames.

 

Rising tide of dementia projected to cost Canadians $872 billion over next 30 years warns new Alzheimer Society report

(January 4, 2010)

 

A new report released by the Alzheimer Society to mark Alzheimer Awareness month reveals alarming new data about the projected economic and social costs of dementia in Canada.

 

Over 500 people are expected to participate in the London Walk for Memories on May 14, 2011 in support of Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex programs and services.

 

 An online survey of baby boomers across Canada conducted by the Alzheimer Society reveals a worrying lack of awareness about Alzheimer's disease.