Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce

09/30/2025

Today, we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Indigenous people experience dementia at higher rates than the general population and often face barriers to diagnosis and care.

We invite you to hear Ray’s story and reflect on how we can build accessible, culturally safe pathways to dementia support and care.

Listening and learning are one way we move forward together.

Hear Ray’s story: bit.ly/4miH4dG

09/29/2025

Thank you to Krista Gill and Brandi Gowan and the entire team at the Gill Gowan Real Estate Group for supporting the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce with their coffee break event. Offering free ice cream and raising awareness to honour World Alzheimer's day. We couldn't be more grateful. 🍦☕💙

09/26/2025

We are incredibly grateful to Peter and Jo-Ann Carter for their support of our Coffee Break event in honour of World Alzheimer’s Day. ☕

Peter and Jo-Ann went above and beyond by co-hosting two impactful events at in Mildmay and at Mel's 4 & 9 Diner in Walkerton, raising awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Their dedication to our community truly shines through.

Thanks to their efforts, they not only raised much-needed funds, but also brought attention to the challenges faced by families affected by dementia. These funds will stay local in Grey-Bruce, helping support those who need it most.

Thank you for making a difference! 💙

Pictured here from left to right: Julie Johnston, Executive Director at the Alzheimer's Society of Grey-Bruce, Jo-Ann Carter, Peter Carter

09/26/2025

One wheel, two wheel or three wheels, you can find them all at the Huron Bicycle Museum in Kincardine. Friends of the Minds in Motion group in Kincardine, were excited to tour the Huron Bicycle Museum.

In a garage built for bicycles, you can find old fashioned bicycles to the bicycles of today. Glen, our tour guide, provided an informative and interesting history. There were bicycles made out of horse hair, wood, and steel. All kinds of bicycles, and tricycles, even some that were at the the Ripley fair were all showcased at the Museum. Glen shared his experiences of tours he completed with friends in France and England that were over 100 miles long! One tour he was on, was with a running bike, (no pedals or brakes), just a pair of running shoes, he wore through two pairs of shoes on one trip. There are even "date bikes", which are bicycles built for two. 💙

With over 50 bicycles and tricycles, the Huron Bicycle Museum displays the evolution of the bicycle from 1817 to 1980 in 7 stages during which the technologies developed and adapted for cycles became ever more complex.

This Museum has Canada's most comprehensive cycle collection.

For more information on the museum you can visit their website at https://www.huronbicyclemuseum.com/.

09/25/2025

👋 Join us next week at the Volunteer Fair! Learn how you can get involved in your community. Free Admission.

When: October 1st, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where: Owen Sound Library

We look forward to seeing you there. 💙

09/24/2025

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a group of rare brain disorders that primarily affect the areas of the brain linked to personality, behaviour, and language. While it makes up only 5 to 10% of all dementia cases, it is the most common dementia in people under 60.

Early signs can include personality changes, unusual behaviours, language difficulties, or movement changes. Memory loss isn’t always one of the first symptoms.

FTD can be challenging to diagnose, and there’s currently no cure, but understanding the signs can help people get the right support sooner.

This FTD Awareness Week, learn more about its symptoms, and available support: bit.ly/3HrxLsU

09/23/2025

Make your coffee count, tomorrow, Wednesday, September 24th at the Hanover McDonald's! ☕

In honour of World Alzheimer's Day, $1 from each brewed coffee benefits the Alzheimer's Society of Grey-Bruce. All funds raised helps to support over 1,100 local families affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias across Grey-Bruce.

09/23/2025

Thank you Gill Gowan Real Estate Group - Sutton Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage for your incredible support and donation. 💙

All funds raised help to support over 1,100 local families across Grey-Bruce have access to support, education and social recreation programs.

09/23/2025

On September 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. ET, join us on ALZeducate for a free webinar exploring Frontotemporal dementia.

This umbrella term refers to a group of rarer disorders that primarily result in changes in personality and language. Join us to explore a deeper understanding of these dementias and learn about available resources.

Register today: bit.ly/46Kfv8v

09/23/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You to our local Harrison Park Seniors’ Centre!

We are incredibly grateful to the amazing team and community at the Harrison Park Seniors' Centre for their generous donation. This gift was made possible through their drop-in centre activities and services. They offer free or by donation-based tax return services for seniors, and host $2 drop-in activity days filled with games like Wizards and Crokinole, plus coffee, tea, and snacks.

No memberships required, just good company, and great fun! The Harrison Park Seniors' Centre is more than just a place to play, it’s a welcoming hub where seniors connect, laugh, and support one another. And even more inspiring, they choose to give back by donating what they can to causes like ours.

Pictured here is Gwen Campbell, Michelle Fleming, and Joan Harris

09/22/2025

Hello Meaford and area residents, please join us today at the Meaford Public Library where we will be sharing more information about who we are and how we can support you and your loved ones.

Come learn more about the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce today, Monday, September 22 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Pop-Up Ambassador event.
They support people living with dementia and their caregivers in Grey and Bruce Counties.

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