Alzheimer Society of Ontario

Did you know our brains are made up of 73% water? Water plays a vital role in delivering nutrients to the brain and in removing toxins. That's why staying hydrated is an essential way to ensure your brain is functioning with clarity. #NutritionMonth

Thank you to all our wonderful in-kind and prize sponsors! Your contributions to The Quest helped make it a successful event. You are all Heroes! Arowhon Pines, AGO - Art Gallery of Ontario ,StoryWorth , Holland Marsh Wineries , Fairmont Hotels, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar , Wild North Flowers , The Home Depot , Farm Boy , Kernels Extraordinary Popcorn , Ridge Road Estate Winery, Sprinklsndust , Intelligent Change & Integracare Inc.

On Thursday, March 11 at 12 PM, join us for a Brain Health Webinar to learn about the risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease and dementia and strategies to improve or maintain the health of the brain. Register here: http://bit.ly/as-brain-health

Our Heroes have done SUCH a good job fundraising that we extended our fundraising deadline until March 14! That means you only have 4 MORE DAYS to donate in support of The Quest. By embracing your inner hero and making a gift, you will help give those impacted by dementia access to the resources, programs, and support systems they rely on most! Donate here: http://bit.ly/quest-donate

Thank you to Integracare Inc. for sponsoring The Quest, and for offering those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease a loving and safe place to call home. We couldn’t have done this event without you! integracare.on.ca

Women are disproportionately impacted by dementia those living with dementia and care partners alike. In fact, 72% of Canadians living with Alzheimer’s disease are women and in general, women are more likely to become the primary care partner to someone living with dementia. This International Womens Day, empower the women in your life who are living with dementia, the women who are caring for someone living with dementia, and women every where, by reaching out and letting them know you are there for them.

Meet Aliciaa beautiful, vibrant mother and grandmother who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease 10 years ago. Over the next 4 weeks, in honour of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, join us as we visit Alicia and her family in their home to get a first-hand look at the grace, dignity, compassion and support each of them shares with Alicia and one another. Every three seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. When we asked why Alicia's family chose to s...hare their story, her daughter Judy told us her hope is to provide emotional strength and insight to those who are going through the same experience. Please watch part 1 of our series, Nevermore: Alicia's Story, to get a closer look at Alicia and her family's experience with Alzheimer's disease. https://bit.ly/watch-nevermore

To start the new year off right, we're sharing 3 ways to show your brain and body some love in 2021! 1. Break a sweat: ask your doctor what type of physical activities you can do. 2. Eat a well-balanced diet: fuel up on foods that are lower in fats and higher in vegetables and fruit. 3. Get enough sleep: when you're feeling tired, make sure to get some rest.

There's still time to claim your tax receipt! You have until TONIGHT at midnight! Bring down your 2020 taxes AND help people living with dementia and their families by making a gift. Send support: http://on.alz.to/ONHoliday

The Alzheimer Society of Canada, in partnership with the College of Family Physicians of Canada, is still looking for participants in this 20-minute survey to help us understand your experience with the care you receive from your family physician or other healthcare providers. Your experience is essential for us to design and develop new dementia care resources so family physicians can better support people and their caregivers through the dementia journey. For persons living... with dementia, go to https://bit.ly/survey-plwd. For care partners, go to https://bit.ly/survey-carepartners. To download a PDF to learn more about the survey as a person living with dementia, go to https://bit.ly/survey-plwd-pdf. For care partners, go to https://bit.ly/survey-carepartners-pdf.

For every dollar you give, the Catherine Booth & Michael Kirk Social Recreation Fund will match you twiceturning your $1 into $3. All funds will go towards supporting social recreation programs like daily call-in programs such as the Together Apart Club and 2PM Happy Hour. With your help, we can reach our $1,500,000 goal.... Make a perfect match today: http://on.alz.to/ONHoliday

Guess what?! On November 22 at 6:00 p.m. EST, 3 Alzheimer Society CEO's, Stephen McCullough, Cathy Barrick, and Scott Russell will be joining members of the Subtle Asian Baking Facebook group to participate in the SAB Mukbang in support of the Alzheimer Society! What is a mukbang? Originating in South Korea in 2010, a mukbang is an online eating exhibition that features a group of people eating a copious quantity of food while interacting with the audience! The SAB team want...ed to figure out a way to give back to those who need it most and deciding to partner with the Alzheimer Society for their first charity mukbang was an easy decision. In July 2020, Kat Lieu, founder of SAB, lost her beloved father to Lewy Body's Dementia and in honour of him, she wants to raise awareness and funds to help ensure that the millions of others affected within the community do not face challenges when trying to access dementia care and other resources they depend on. RSVP to the event today! https://fb.me/e/3eZkEXlHd Please note: in order to view the event, you must join the group. You can join the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subtleasianbaking

Happy Holidays for the Alzheimer Society, to you! Thank you for your support this holiday season.

On November 26, join us for the online art series, Drawing What I See where participants will explore thematic collections of photographs as a source of inspiration for their individual drawings. Register here: https://alz.to/events/2020-11/

Your input is needed! The Alzheimer Society of Canada, in partnership with the College of Family Physicians of Canada, is asking you to participate in this 20-minute survey to help us understand your experience with the care you receive from your family physician or other healthcare provider. Your experience is essential for us to design and develop new dementia care resources so family physicians can better support people and their caregivers through the dementia journey. Fo...r persons living with dementia, go to https://bit.ly/survey-plwd. For care partners, go to https://bit.ly/survey-carepartners. To download a PDF to learn more about the survey as a person living with dementia, go to https://bit.ly/survey-plwd-pdf. For care partners, go to https://bit.ly/survey-carepartners-pdf.

Today we are celebrating #NationalPhilanthropyDay! Thanks to you, we can offer support, information, programs, and education to people living with dementia, their families, and care partners, all while funding ongoing research into the cause and cure.

On November 17, join us for a 1-hour online session of Gentle Non-Impact Aerobics Fitness with Jennifer! This program uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want the support of being seated throughout the class. Wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Register here: http://bit.ly/NIA-registration

Today on Kindness Day, The Ontario Caregiver Organization is launching their Kindness Campaign! If you know a caregiver, take a moment to reach out and ask them how they’re doing and to let them know you are thinking of them. Caregivers care, we can too. #CallACaregiver today! https://bit.ly/3oQsX21