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Singer Parker McKay, whose mother lived with FTD, exited NBC’s The Voice following her battle round performance on the singing competition’s Oct. 19 episode. McKay, 29, sang Lesley Gore’s […]

Singer Parker McKay, whose mother lived with FTD, exited NBC’s The Voice following her battle round performance on the singing competition’s Oct. 19 episode. McKay, 29, sang Lesley Gore’s […]

Researchers in the UK have gained new insight into classifying the structures of tau filaments found in FTD and other neurodegenerative diseases. Investigators from the Medical Research Council (MRC) […]

Researchers in the UK have gained new insight into classifying the structures of tau filaments found in FTD and other neurodegenerative diseases. Investigators from the Medical Research Council (MRC) […]

In this episode of CABHI’s Community of Innovation podcast, author and journalist Moira Welsh talks about her book Happily Ever Older: Revolutionary Approaches to Long-Term Care, and the idea that […]

To mark World FTD Awareness Week 2021, AFTD has worked with the international coalition World FTD United to put together a Global Conversation on FTD. For this effort, AFTD and World FTD United […]

Mark Ferguson and his wife Jill, who is living with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), shared their story of being impacted by FTD with their local FTD research clinic. The FRONTIER FTD Research […]

If you’ve never experienced the mix of pure adrenaline and instant regret that comes from taking a quick shot of hot sauce, a new campaign can help you check that off your list, for a good cause. […]

This Op-ed first appeared on National Newswatch.   Jean celebrated her 86th birthday in one of Canada’s long-term care homes last week. While she is happy to see her children and grandchildren on […]

How can neuropalliative care support individuals and families with FTD? This AFTD Educational Webinar defines neuropalliative care and its role in managing FTD symptoms and improving quality of life. […]

How can neuropalliative care support individuals and families with FTD? This AFTD Educational Webinar defines neuropalliative care and its role in managing FTD symptoms and improving quality of life. […]

Finding a renewed sense of purpose amid an FTD journey can be challenging, but for Mary Beth Wighton, living in the moment is how she’s been able to find her footing. “My great niece gave me a […]

This podcast episode is the third installment of our special series featuring conversations from the 2021 CABHI Summit and Rotman Research Institute Conference.    What would COVID-19 mortality […]

This story also appears in our 2020-2021 Annual Report.   The growing number of older adults in Canada means more people are living longer with chronic conditions that can reduce their quality of […]

This podcast episode is the second installment of our special series featuring conversations from the 2021 CABHI Summit and Rotman Research Institute Conference.   In his recent book, Neglected No […]

Blanche Morris admits that she didn’t always understand computers. But since participating in Tech Coaches’ Digital Literacy workshop offered through the Centre for Aging + Brain Health […]

This podcast episode is the first in a series of conversations from the 2021 Rotman Research Institute Conference and CABHI Summit.   The current COVID-19 healthcare crisis has accelerated the […]

According to a 2019 Heart and Stroke Foundation report, more than 62,000 strokes occur in Canada each year, with cases continuing to climb.[1] As life expectancy rises, people who experience strokes […]

LGBTQ2+ older adults may experience significant barriers to healthcare that can make them reluctant to embrace their full identities while living in long-term care and community settings. The fear of […]

This webinar describes how SLPs can develop a practical roadmap that targets a person-centered, functional plan of care to increase meaningful life participation in daily activities. Becky Khayum, […]

CABHI recently selected 24 projects to participate in Spark-ON and Spark-CU, subsidiaries of the Spark Program which support the development of grassroots solutions by frontline healthcare workers […]

I am walking for my husband BILLY, a true inspiration. He never gives up and makes everyday complete. The post My Husband/Boyfriend is my inspiration first appeared on Alzheimer Society London and […]

Can’t say enough about the strength, courage, compassion, and humanity of the people who I serve as a Geriatrician who walk with dementia everyday! The post Walking for my Grandmaman and all of the […]

This year I am walking in memory of my husband, dad, and uncle. The post Walking for my husband first appeared on Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex.

In past years I walked in honour of my Grandpa George. This year I was in memory of him and in honour of the caregivers who supported him until his The post Walking in Memory of my Grandpa first […]

I’ve been walking all month in honour of my Grandpa! Myself and my family appreciate everything Highview Residence has done for him and others affected by Dementia and Alzheimer’s! The post […]

This weekend we will be walking for our amazing Mom and Grandma. She has taught us how to love, how to be kind, to always support one another- family is The post Walking for our Mom and one amazing […]

I had no idea when I snapped this selfie that it would be the last walk we’d take together. Miss ya Daddy! The post I’m walking for my Dad! first appeared on Alzheimer Society London and […]

My mother Cathy was diagnosed young with dementia and declined rapidly to her peaceful passing this weekend She was strong , I got her strength. She was loving, I got The post I’m walking for my […]

I am walking in memory of my beautiful mom and my granny Both selfless loving caring women whom I was blessed to be loved by and gave In my life The post I Miss My mom and granny first appeared on […]

I continue to walk in memory of my Mom, Muriel Baker who passed 14 years ago and I still miss her everyday! I also walk to pay it backward for The post I walk for my Mom first appeared on Alzheimer […]

AFTD today announced the creation of The Holloway Family Fund, supported by an initial $2 million donation from AFTD Board Member Kristin Holloway. The fund, which was created in honor of the […]

The Canadian Armed Forces report on long-term care homes struck with COVID-19 came as a shock to many Canadians. The conditions found by soldiers who volunteered to help care for residents are beyond […]

When Mario Gregorio was diagnosed with dementia 12 years ago, he was determined to continue to live a full life as long as he could. As a volunteer for the Alzheimer Society of Canada, Mario, who […]

By Leanne Kaufman, President and CEO, RBC Royal Trust Planning for the future is important for everyone. That’s why we’ve partnered with RBC Wealth Management, Royal Trust to help you with your […]

***** Read our COVID-19 statement. ***** Right now, COVID-19 is proving to be particularly challenging for people living with dementia, caregivers and families: For people with dementia who live […]

Paul Lea, who lives in Toronto, Ontario, was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2009. But that didn’t stop him from seeking ways to stay mentally and physically active. Lifestyle changes are not […]

A New Year (and decade!) has just begun, making it an excellent time to review your finances and your estate plan. While doing so, why not take the opportunity to consider what you can do for your […]

Everyone’s experience with dementia is unique – whether they are someone who has dementia, a caregiver or a family member of someone who is diagnosed. Each person has their own unique story to […]

It’s important for Canadians to include plans for a power of attorney in their future and financial planning.  In today’s guest blog from RBC Wealth Management, Royal Trust, learn more about […]

Isabel, a retired teacher, and Michael, a military veteran, live in Victoria, British Columbia. Happily married for more than 50 years, they first met at a mess hall in Greenwood, Nova Scotia, in […]

As we live our day-to-day lives, we sometimes overlook the planning that we should be doing to help protect ourselves, our wishes, our assets and the people we care for. Though it may not be pleasant […]