Alzheimer's Awareness Month

This month, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. wants to ensure people affected by dementia know that they are not alone. We are sharing the experiences of people affected by dementia who have found meaning, connection and joy after a dementia diagnosis, in part by connecting with us. 

There is no roadmap for living with dementia, but we can be your guide.

Anyone can call the First Link® Dementia Helpline to ask questions about dementia at any time. Knowledgeable, empathetic staff guide callers to the education, resources, programs and services they they need.

  • Call the First Link® Dementia Helpline if you need support or information (toll-free in B.C. only): 
    • English - B.C.: 1-800-936-6033 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
    • Cantonese and Mandarin: 1-833-674-5007 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
    • Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu: 1-833-674-5003 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
    • English - Yukon: 1-888-852-2579 (Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Eric with his mother May, text reads "ways to get involved"

If you have had good experiences with the Alzheimer Society of B.C., we hope you'll tell people in your life about us. Download the Alzheimer's Awareness Month toolkit and share knowledge with your community. Some other ways you can get involved include: 

Ashley Sharma in Abbotsford, text reads "Community stories"

Everyone's journey with dementia is different and no one should have to walk it alone. Read the stories of people from across the province and learn something from each of their experiences.

Ashley

Eric

Mark

Melody and Dustie

2025 Community stories

Arabella

Ash and Erin

Fred

Geoffrey and Erin

Joe and Amy

Lawrence and Camela

Judy

Lyle and Jerry

Morin family

Pat

Photo of Kay, Dustie and Melody. Text reads "january events"

Throughout January 2026, we are offering opportunities for the community to learn more about dementia and participate in meaningful conversations with people with lived experience.

  • We can be your guide: Get to know the Alzheimer Society of B.C. (webinar): What does the Alzheimer Society of B.C. do? If you would like to learn more about our organization or have questions that need answers, this webinar is for you. Join us for an insightful panel discussion with staff, moderated by a lived experience partner. (Wednesday, January 14 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PT) Register online.
  • Lived experience: What you should know about dementia (webinar): Everyone’s experience with dementia is different, but there are things our people living with dementia and caregivers think you should know. Join us during Alzheimer’s Awareness Month for a panel discussion in conversation with lived experience partners to learn more about their experience and how you can support people affected by dementia in your communities. (Wednesday, January 28 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PT) Register online.
  • Dementia-friendly community (In-person event, Nelson Senior’s Centre, 717 Vernon Street, Nelson): Join us to learn more about dementia and explore simple strategies that can create a more supportive, inclusive and welcoming community for people affected by the disease. (Saturday, January 17 from 2 to 4 p.m.)