We are looking for dementia champions to join our Board of Directors

Durham Region

Would you like to be part of a passionate Board of Directors dedicated to improving the quality of life of those living with dementia in Durham Region?

Join our board of directors

We are looking for dementia champions to join our Board of Directors

Be part of a passionate Board of Directors dedicated to improving the quality of life of those living with dementia in Durham Region. 

We are especially looking for new board members who have experience with:

  • Board & Governance - Knowledge of non-profit compliance, ethics, risk management or experience serving on a Board of Directors
  • Fundraising - Raising funds for specific projects, capital campaigns, special events
  • Government & Government Relations and/or Political Acumen - Local and provincial
  • Legal and Negotiations - Non-profit or employment law
  • Public Affairs and Communications - Media/public relations, marketing

If interested in becoming a Board member, please download the application package here. A full description of the role and responsibilities can be viewed here.

Please submit your application to Gillian Barrie, ASDR CEO at [email protected] for consideration.

Every five minutes someone in Canada is diagnosed with dementia. Currently, there are 11,843 persons living with dementia in Durham Region, and that number is expected to double by 2030.

For over 40 years, the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region has been dedicated to improving the quality of life of those living with dementia, their care partners and families in our community. While there is currently no cure, our vision is to live in a community where people living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias are accepted and supported in their environment.