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Alzheimer Society of Ontario
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Dear Supporter,

In honour of World Alzheimer’s Month, your monthly gift will be matched for a year*, thanks to the Catherine Booth & Michael Kirk Social Recreation Fund.

Social recreation programs provide opportunities for people living with dementia to be a part of the fabric of their communities while promoting active lifestyles that focus on physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.


Will you double your impact and make a lasting difference for thousands of people?

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The Alzheimer Society Presents:
Estate Planning 101


On October 5th, join the Alzheimer Society for an online seminar in Estate Planning 101!

During the seminar, you'll learn about Will criteria, Consequences of Dying without a Will, Assets & Liabilities, Beneficiaries, Choosing & Duties of an Executor, Signing, Witnessing, Affidavit of Execution, Probate, Taxes upon death, Powers of Attorney for Personal Care & Property.

Upon registration you will receive a Zoom link email to these free events along with our complimentary Super Hero Will Planner & Guide. RSVP NOW >>

September 21 is World Alzheimer’s Day!


September marks the beginning of World Alzheimer’s Month. To show your support leading up to World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21 and all month long, join us to help raise awareness for people living with dementia and their care partners!

Be on the lookout for the CN Tower and Niagara Falls to light up in blue in honour of #AlzheimersAwarenessDay! Can't make it in person? Watch the live streams here:


CN Tower: https://bit.ly/WatchCNTower


Niagara Falls: https://bit.ly/WatchNiagaraFalls

What's happening in September?


Exploring Novel Drug Treatments for Agitation in Alzheimer’s Disease

When: September 27th, 2022 @ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. EST

Agitation is common in dementia disorders and can be extremely distressing for people living with dementia and their caregivers/care partners. In this webinar, Dr. Krista L. Lanctot will provide an overview of two ongoing clinical trials evaluating new drug treatments for agitation in Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
REGISTER HERE >>

Understanding Dementia, Sexuality & Intimacy

Everyone has a need for companionship and physical intimacy, but dementia can change how a person expresses their needs.

Allowing access to physical intimacy such as hand holding, cuddling, or kissing should continue to be a source of comfort & support. Access our resource guide about dementia and sexuality below. LEARN MORE >>

IT'S UP TO ALL OF US TO COME TOGETHER NOW.

#OURCONNECTIONSMATTER