Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay & Region

09/12/2025

Have you been following Ray and Hope? 💙

Check out Daytona's Restaurant this weekend to and take a photo with Hope! Daytona's is doing specials all month long in support of our society and in memory of Bruce Palmer. How special is that?

Wondering where Ray is at? Check back next week or follow along their journey by checking out our website 👉 https://alzheimer.ca/thunderbay/en/whats-happening/ray-hope-campaign

09/12/2025

This Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we’re proud to share that our office has officially become dementia-friendly.

It is important for us to lead by example, not just in the community, but also within our own walls. By having all of our staff take part in dementia-friendly training, we were able to reflect on how we welcome, support, and interact with our clients.

We’re now putting that learning into action by making meaningful changes to our space - creating a safer, more accessible, and more inclusive environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

🧠 Want to learn more or become dementia friendly? Check out our Fall Education Schedule to explore workshops and sessions designed to build understanding, reduce stigma, and empower our community.

09/11/2025

What can you do to protect your brain health?

Join us on September 23 at 12 p.m. ET for a free Brain Health webinar.

We’ll cover:
• The key risk factors for dementia
• How lifestyle choices influence brain health
• Practical steps you can take today

Knowledge is power. Let’s take action for lifelong brain health.
Register now: bit.ly/44P1BAo

09/09/2025

Make Moments Matter 🌟

Join our Meaningful Moments program and help create joyful, connection-filled experiences for people living with dementia. Whether it's sharing a story, playing games, or simply being present, your time can make a lasting impact.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://alzheimer.ca/thunderbay/en/take-action/volunteer

09/07/2025

Our grandparents hold our families together with stories, love, and wisdom. If dementia is part of your family’s story, you don’t have to navigate it on your own.

From education after diagnosis to social programs that spark connection and togetherness, we’re here to help you support a grandparent you love with care and confidence.

Find programs in your community: bit.ly/FindYourSociety

09/05/2025

🧠 Small habits add up when it comes to brain health. Try one of these tips this week and see how you feel!

Add a serving of colourful vegetables to one meal. Take a brisk 10-minute walk after lunch. Text or call a friend to plan a quick catch-up.

These simple tips help your brain stay healthy over time, and they’re easy to add to your daily routine.

Explore more brain-healthy tips on our website: bit.ly/OurConnectionsMatter

09/05/2025

Ray and Hope have been busy at Applebee's Grill & Bar Thunder Bay! They are still there for a few more days before heading elsewhere - Can you guess where they are off to next? 🩵

Meet Ray & his sidekick Hope — two handcrafted wooden alien sculptures by Terrace Bay artist Terry Bell. They’re traveling across the region to spark conversations, raise funds, and support dementia-friendly communities through the Society of Thunder Bay.

Spot them in our restaurant? Snap a photo, share it on social, and help spread awareness for Alzheimer’s. Every share makes a difference! 💙

Want to support even more? You can donate directly here https://loom.ly/Peu5gZg:

Photo includes: Ray & Hope, Robin, Felicity, Jenna and Sara.

09/04/2025

What’s normal, and what’s not?

Join our free ALZeducate webinar on September 10, 2025, at 1 p.m. to explore:
• The differences between normal aging and mild cognitive impairment; and
• The 10 warning signs of dementia you shouldn’t ignore.

Understanding the signs is the first step toward early support and better outcomes.

Register today: bit.ly/455dyAT

09/03/2025

🧠🍂 Fall 2025 Minds in Motion® Registration is OPEN! 🍂🧠

Looking for a way to stay active, connected, and engaged this fall? The Minds in Motion® program is back, and online, so that anyone in the region can join, too!

This 8-week virtual program is specially designed for people living with dementia and their care partners. Through gentle physical activity, fun brain games, and meaningful social connection, Minds in Motion® brings joy and support right to your screen.

📅 Fall sessions take place on Zoom
🌍 Accessible from anywhere
👫 Open to both individuals with dementia and their care partners

Ready to join? - Complete our registration form in the comments or email Katie, at Kbond@alzheimerthunderbay.ca for more information

09/01/2025

Every 3 minutes, someone in Canada develops dementia. Today, more than 770,000 people are living with the disease, and approximately 400,000 people provide unpaid care for them. These numbers are expected to triple by 2050.

Yet 65% of health professionals and 80% of the public still believe dementia is just a normal part of aging. It’s not.

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to challenge stigma and start honest conversations about dementia here in Ontario and around the world.

Later this month, we’ll mark World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21 with a call for urgent action. Until then, join us in raising awareness and making dementia impossible to ignore.

08/30/2025

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labour Day.

We’ll be back and ready to assist you on Tuesday, September 2nd during regular hours.

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing long weekend! 💙☀

08/29/2025

Meet the ever-impressive Sarah, a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) and our dedicated First Link Care Navigator!

Outside of work, Sarah’s enjoys spending time with her two pups, a playful Dalmatian and a brave three-legged rescue. In the quieter moments, you’ll likely find her curled up with a good book. 🐾📖 These simple joys bring warmth and balance to her life, and we’re so lucky she brings that same energy to our team every day. ☺️

When asked what being part of the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay team means to her, Sarah shared:

“For me, being part of the Alzheimer Society team means the opportunity to meet care partners and people living with dementia wherever they are on their journey and offer support in a way that feels comfortable to them. Being part of the team gives me the chance to help connect people to community resources, offer information about dementia, tips and ideas, or to be someone who listens to what the person is going through and can offer a safe place to share those feelings. I am excited and lucky to be a part of the team.” 👏🏻