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Real impact. Real people. Read stories of people living with dementia and their caregivers, volunteers, and donors in your local community.

Individuals Living with Dementia

Nadia’s mother, Mina Bonello loved to stay active. “She could do everything… a typical Italian mum, always helping, always cooking, cleaning and taking care of[...]

Community Stories

“Thanks to generous donors like you, my family found hope and support,” Paul Morton.

Every hour, nine seniors are diagnosed with dementia in Canada. “It seems like everyone who I talk to has family or friends suffering for several years[...]

Individuals Living with Dementia

The Dementia Society’s ADAPT Your Home helped Ross create an age in place plan to live independently in his home.

Jen* always calls her dad a master cyclist. “He is 71 and loves his bike rides.” But little did she know how one morning ride[...]

Individuals Living with Dementia

With the help of their Care Coach, Irene and her dad learned to make the most of their time with Gail.

Gail’s early stages of dementia became apparent when Irene, her daughter, noticed she paid her Ottawa Hydro bill several times in one month. Irene and[...]

Caregivers of Individuals Living with Dementia

We Can’t Find Mom…

Volunteer Stories

Volunteer Week Spotlight: Moe Archambault, Architect of Infectious Fun

Moe has a dynamic energy that permeates a room. When she takes out the shakers, the drums, or the paddles, it has an infectious effect[...]