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Find help near you | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? Find help near you. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of dementia, help is just a phone call away. Contact your local Alzheimer Society:. Alzheimer Society of B.C. 1-800-667-3742 (B.C. only). Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories. 1-866-950-5465 (AB and NWT only). Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan. Alzheimer Society of Manitoba. Alzheimer Society of Ontario. Find your local Ontario Society. Federation of Quebec Alzheimer Societies.
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Myths and realities | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? Alzheimer's disease: truth or fiction? Myths and misconceptions about Alzheimer’s disease abound. What it is, who gets it, and how it affects the people who have it. These myths stand in the way of understanding the disease and helping those affected. If I’m diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it means my life is over. My mother had Alzheimer’s, so I’m going to get it too. Alzheimer's is a disease of the elderly. There’s a cure for it. Memory loss means Alzheimer’s disease. Not neces...
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Why get a diagnosis? | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? Why get a diagnosis? Getting the information and support you need as early as possible helps you and your family understand the type of dementia you’ve been diagnosed with and how to manage the challenges it brings. But there are so many other reasons why you should see your doctor if you sense something is wrong:. For some people, the earlier they’re given medication, the more effective treatment can be. For more details, download our printable Benefits of early diagnosis. And see y...
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Accueil | Société Alzheimer de Lanaudière
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Passer au Contenu Principal. Passer à la Barre de Navigation Gauche. Vous êtes ici:. Trouvez une Société Alzheimer au Canada. This portion of our web portal is published in French only. For information in French about Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, and our national programs and publications, select the. Go to the Canada homepage in English. Trouvez une Société Alzheimer au Canada. Canada site internet national. Canada – site internet national. Alberta et Territoires du Nord-Ouest. F&eac...
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Seeing your doctor | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? We can’t stress this enough! That’s why we've made early diagnosis the theme of our awareness campaign. Getting checked early is the best thing you and your family can do to live well with dementia and plan for the future. There are so many benefits to getting a diagnosis and the information you need to make informed decisions about your health. Do you find it more difficult to drive in familiar places? Are you finding it harder to follow conversations or simple instructions?
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Building awareness about Alzheimer’s disease | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? Building awareness about Alzheimer’s disease. Early diagnosis keeps your life from unravelling. Did you know that almost half of Canadians affected by dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, wait too long to be diagnosed? But when it comes to seeing a doctor, sometimes fear and stigma get in the way. That’s why, during Alzheimer Awareness Month and throughout the year, we’re letting Canadians know about the benefits of being diagnosed early. Knit one, help many. We think it’s a crea...
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Symptoms | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? Early diagnosis and recognizing the warning signs go hand in hand. Whether you’re experiencing possible symptoms yourself or are concerned for someone you care about, watch for any of these 10 signs:. Memory loss affecting day-to-day abilities. Forgetting things often or struggling to retain new information. Difficulty performing familiar tasks. Forgetting how to do something you’ve been doing your whole life, such as preparing a meal or getting dressed. Changes in mood and behaviour.
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Knit bombing | Alzheimer's Awareness Month
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Why get a diagnosis? What does knitting have to do with Alzheimer’s? What is knit-bombing, you ask? It’s a form of street art in which public objects such as trees, fire hydrants, telephone poles and statues are covered in knitting or crochet. It started as a way for artists and crafters to bring communities together in conversation around public spaces adorned in vibrant yarn creations. Knit-bombing has become a recognized way to make an artistic statement that’s bright, bold and fun. Organize a knittin...
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