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Liaison
VOLUME 35,
NUMBER
3 • WINTER 2013
ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS MONTH
In this edition
News
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A word from Hugues Desrosiers
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Win 5 trips with the Society
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Fall Watercolor Landscape, 2011.
Margaret, a participant of Art-Therapy at the Society
JANUARY IS ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS MONTH.
A cure for dementia is yet to be found, but quality of life after diagnosis is possible. Social activities and educating
people about Alzheimer’s, improves the lives of people living with the disease. For Alzheimer’s Awareness Month,
the Society is pleased to invite you to the Alzheimer Café and a very special presentation of the play "I’m still Here".
Join us with family and friends to help us raise awareness in the community.
FURTHER DETAILS ON PAGE 2 AND 5
www.alzheimer.ca/montreal
To be noted!
Educational Services
Educational Services has experienced an excellent year! Since the launch of the
Core Training Program in Alzheimer Care in March 2012, 100 hours of training (25
workshops from March to November) were completed throughout the island of
Montreal.
In addition, we brought together a knowledgeable and skilled team of four trainers
prepared to expand our training sessions to professionals working in Alzheimer
care.
We encourage individuals and organizations to continue to sign-up for our training programs in 2013. As more professionals
(social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, PABs, etc) are trained in this person-centred approach to care, the quality of
life of people with dementia, whether they live at home or in a residence , will improve. Education results in a winning scenario
for all concerned, people living with the disease, their families and those that care for them.
For more information contact: 514 369-0800 ext. 230 or tanuza@alzheimermontreal.ca.
Alzheimer Café and Conferences
Dr. Joe Schwarcz, Director of McGill University’s Office for Science and Society, will
be presenting on ‘Alzheimer’s Disease: Myths & Facts’ at the Alzheimer Café on
Tuesday, January 15th at 1:00 pm. He is well-known for his informative and
entertaining public lectures on topics ranging from the chemistry of love to the
science of aging.
The Alzheimer Society of Montreal offers Montrealers a variety of conferences and
trainings throughout the year to promote a better understanding of the disease.
We are pleased to invite you to join us (please note that the three following events are presented in French):
• January 16, 2013 7:00 pm - "Visiting Someone with Dementia-What You Should Know" at Manoir Bois-de-Boulogne
• February 24, 2013 3:00 pm - "An introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and Communication Strategies" at CHSLD St. Georges
• February 26, 2013 12:00 pm - "An introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and Communication Strategies" at UQAM
Visit our section "News and Events" on our website for the complete calendar.
Get involved!
The Society is seeking volunteers wanting to enrich the lives of people affected
by Alzheimer's or other dementias and their family. Volunteering provides a
sense of well-being and the satisfaction of having made a difference. Join the
Society by getting involved with stimulating activities, fundraising events and
other projects that help us carry out our mission.
To become a volunteer, contact Réginald Godin: (514) 369-0800 ext. 226 or
rgodin@alzheimermontreal.ca.
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Alzheimer’s on the Rise : A New Reality
Worldwide, Alzheimer’s disease is on the rise. It is estimated that by 2030, nearly
66 million people will be living with the diagnosis. The impact of the disease will
also forever change the lives of the families and friends of those diagnosed. Lisa
Hirsch was inspired to share her story on her BlogSpot My Mom, My Hero. Lisa
posted: I thought about my own mom, and wondered what at moments does she
feel? Feelings that she can no longer really express, because the moment after
they are felt, they just seem to vanish.
Photo : Santé Log
Maybe deep down what I really want is for my mom to be able to hold me and squeeze me and tell me that
everything will be alright. As we know life does not go backwards and my feelings of wanting to be protected and cuddled by
mom can no longer exist. So as each day goes by, I can hold on to all that we have left and remember all the special moments
of my childhood.’’ Her testimony confirms the need for support by others for individuals living with dementia, at the same time
the importance of support for those providing the care.
Source: Lisa Hirsch BlogSpot
Gene Linking Cataracts and Alzheimer’s Disease Identified
A recent study from the Boston University School of Medicine discovered
significant correlation between a quantitative measure of cortical cataract and
several Alzheimer's disease-related measures of brain degeneration. In particular,
volume of the temporal horn which is a brain structure that is progressively
enlarged in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Another strong correlation between
cortical cataract formation and poorer performance on several cognitive tests
administered at the time of the MRI scan, further supports this link.
Photo : Santé
AZ
Source Sciencedaily.com
Scientists Discover Gene Behind Rare Disorders
Montreal researchers that are part of an international team discovered a genetic
defect that could trigger a group of rare genetic diseases for newborns. This
discovery could also help the team to better understand other diseases such as
Alzheimer’s. Scientists that work at the Neuro, the centre of neuroscience mission
part of the McGill University Health Care, collaborated with a team from Oxford
University. The identified gene, the RMND1, is responsible for the sequencing of a
protein that plays an important role within the mitochondria.
Photo : Philips Medical Systems, Bloomberg
Source: McGill University
Please visit our website to access full text and a broader view of information on Alzheimer’s:
www.alzheimer.ca/montreal
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An open door
Alzheimer Café
On September 18, the Society in partnership with the Atwater Library and
Computer Centre launched the first Alzheimer Café in Quebec. More than 50
people took part at this event. We are very proud to mention that newspapers
including The Gazette and The Westmount Independent published an article to
salute this iniative. We are also pleased to invite you to the next Alzheimer Café
celebrating the Holidays season, which will be held on Tuesday, December 18 from
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Atwater Library and Computer Centre located at 1200,
Avenue Atwater in Westmount.
Our hope is that with the proven success of this pilot project, we will be able to continue to establish partnerships in order to
be able to present a variety of topics related to dementia to the French and English communities within the island of
Montreal. For more information, please contact Jessica Seidman at (514) 369-0800 ext. 231 or by email:
jseidman@alzheimermontreal.ca.
2012 Gala Evening
At the annual gala, that was held on September 27th, the Alzheimer Society of
Montreal had the pleasure of greeting 250 partners and friends in the Salon Ovale
of the newly renovated Hotel Ritz-Carlton.
The event was under the chairmanship of Mr. Jacques Maurice, Director Wealth
Management and Senior Wealth advisor at ScotiaMcLeod. Grégory Charles, as well
as Mrs. Nathalie Choquette, soprano, brilliantly entertained the crowd.
Mr. Grégory Charles, hosted the event
The generosity of the guests and donors helped us raise more than $ 125 000 on behalf of the Alzheimer Society of Montreal.
This resounding success promises a very interesting 2013 edition. THANK YOU to all the participants!
Thank you Pierrette
It is with great gratitude that the Society acknowledges Pierrette Pepin’s 20 years
of service, as a dedicated employee at the Saturday Activity Centres.
Pierrette continues to provide individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and
other dementias with wonderful opportunities to socialize and participate in
stimulating adapted activities. The Alzheimer Society of Montreal is proud to
thank Pierrette for her devotion and exceptionnal work throughout all these
years.
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Caregiver Week Recognition
A ‘’4 à 7 ‘’ in honor of caregivers was held on November 8th at the Centre
Leonardo De Vinci. More than 40 people attended enjoying each others company
and dancing to great music provided by DJ Nonna.
"The warm environment, the great food, the presence of DJ Nonna,
the conversations with other caregivers, enabled us to take pleasure in a great
evening."
Claudette Champagne
A Play Not to be Missed
The Society is pleased to invite you to the play "I’m still Here" This production,
that will be presented in French at the end of January, is for anyone directly or
indirectly involved in someone caring for people living with Alzheimer's disease or
another dementia: caregivers, volunteers, health care professionals, family, etc.
Free admission! We will accept donations. Reservations can be made as of today
by contacting Lucie Sylvestre at 514 369-0800.
Follow Us on Twitter
On September 21st, 2012, World Alzheimer's Day, the Society launched its Twitter
account. This interactive page allows to maintain a continuous and direct link with
our network. Follow us to get more information about the Society and to have a
space to share your thoughts!
See you online!
https://twitter.com/AlzMtl
Goodbye Jocelyne
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Mrs. Jocelyne Évraire on
Saturday, October 13th, 2012 after a long battle with health issues.
Jocelyne was the Financing Development Director at the Alzheimer Society of
Montreal for almost six years. It has been a sincere pleasure for us to work with
Jocelyne. Her motivation at work, her devotion to the Society, her warm presence
and her laugh is greatly missed.
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Words to
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
A cure for dementia is yet to be found, but quality of life after diagnosis is possible.
The following is the testimony of a caregiver that expresses the essence of
Awareness Month: to diminish the stigma and facilitate better community support.
M. is a caregiver. Her husband is living with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Life has changed for M. but her priority remains to make him as happy as possible by
minimizing frustrations, facilitating opportunities and remaining realistic, she says:
‘’creativity does not die with the disease’’.
How do you define your role?
In the case of dementia, it is difficult to comprehend the entirety of the caregiving role. A characteristic less obvious to an
outsider or even to the caregiver, is that above and beyond the daily tasks there is a process of grieving taking place;
bereavement as a result of the ongoing losses experienced.
What do you find has helped you cope in your reality as a caregiver?
The discovery of a safe, understanding and supportive group. It provides an environment where there is an openness to express
the emotional impact of caregiving. It is a place where your experience can be normalized, you also have the opportunity to share
ways of coping and gain perspective from one another. I needed to seek out an outlet other than my own existing personal and
social entourage to share what I was going through.
How have you adapted to the circumstances?
Redefinition of what my goals are in my relationships and in my life. M has redefined her own goals in her relationship with her
husband. In order to aim for this, she recognizes that she must meet her husband where he is at the moment and to avoid pulling
him in directions that are unrealistic. Seeking personal help. She believes that caregivers have to share with each other as much
information as they can, as well with others. Overcoming isolation, M has created a mini-universe through the computer, which
she calls her “work” which allows her to define her space. Securing respite care. Caregivers often express “doing something for
me is taking away from the person I am caring for`` however, what needs to be recognized is that doing something healthy for
yourself is necessary to replenish & renew yourself in order to be able to continue to give of yourself”.
As someone directly impacted by dementia, what are your experiences with stigma?
The effects are seen in the community, it can be obvious when visiting institutions. Observing the interactions, one can see that
the community is not tolerant of those who have the diagnosis. If they understood the capabilities of the individuals and the
limitations that the disease causes, and how to help, it would diminish the stigma and facilitate better community support.
What types of changes would you like to see?
Greater awareness within the community – “Like we teach CPR to the general public, at every possible venue we could make the
public aware of the needs of people with Alzheimer’s. The greater community can help make the journey easier for the
individual and the caregiver.
What message would you like to deliver to our readers?
Protect your own space, identity & sanity – Be conscious of your role, strengths, limits, and needs. Navigating the terrain and
recognizing that the terrain will shift so if you don’t maintain your own mental, physical and emotional fitness, you will not be
able to fulfill your role as you may want to.
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Interview: Jessica Seidman
inspire you
A word from Hugues
My name is Hugues Desrosiers and I have been attending the Art-Therapy sessions at the
Alzheimer Society of Montreal. Having a background as a retired architect and urbanist, I
wanted to offer my talent to the Society and all of those who have chosen this healthy
vocation that Art is. I try to show in my artwork a perspective of this terrible disease that we
need to fight. The Art-Therapy sessions helped me in building a personal activity and find a
way to fight Alzheimer's Disease.
The first artwork I did when I started the Art-Therapy sesions during fall was inspired by nature. I noticed while taking
walks, when leaves began to fall, the contrast between red and yellow leaves. There were more yellow leaves.
Knowing that the red leaves tend to loose their sap faster, I would imagine that the red ones were more in danger
Feuilles d’érable, Hugues Desrosiers (2012)
from the cold than the yellow leaves. This observation pushed me to see a human side by associating the red leaves to
people with Alzheimer's Disease and the yellow ones as caregivers. With my artwork I tried to represent the
impressions and the vision that someone living with Alzheimer’s might have.
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Fundraising
Sale of engravings by Marc-Aurèle Fortin
On November 12th, 2012, the Alzheimer Society of Montreal, in collaboration with the
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the Marc-Aurèle Fortin Foundation and the Alzheimer Society
of Rive-Sud, organized a sale of engravings of more than 500 prints by Marc-Aurèle Fortin.
Over a hundred people participated and helped us raise more than $ 20, 000. Please note that
you can still buy prints by contacting Mrs. Sylvie Labrosse, director of the MBAM boutique at:
(514) 285-1600 ext. 414 or by email: slabros@mbamtl.org.
An anniversary with a self-defence twist in benefit of the Society!
On October 20th, 2012, the Laval and Montreal's Fang Shen Do Kung-Fu celebrated the 11th
anniversary of the Laval school. The coordinators of this event, Mr. Ryan Parsons and Mr.
Sebastien-Luc Mai, presided over an Open House and offered workshops to the public.
Students and other participants took part in a very special fundraiser, a "workout sale" which
helped raise $ 1 800 for the Alzheimer Society of Montreal.
We sincerely thank them for all their efforts.
A great way to start the new year and support the cause
Come celebrate the new year by participating in a dinner and a dance with the True North
Band and DJ Soundcheck. This event to aid the Alzheimer Society of Montreal will take place
on Monday, December 31st , 7:30 pm at St. Gabriel's Parish Hall Pointe-St-Charles.
Tickets are $ 30 and must be purchased in advance. Please contact Colleen O'Connor at
514 831-4831 for tickets and information.
As you have surely noticed, many different types of events can be organized in benefit of the Society!
You too can help to alleviate the consequences of Alzheimer's disease, by calling: 514 369-0800 ext 226. Réginald Godin,
coordinator– financing development and volunteering, will gladly help you in your efforts to create and organize an event.
You can start building your team today for the 2013 Walk for Memories
that will take place Sunday, May 26th, 2013 on the Quays of the Old Port
and in the streets of the Old Montreal !
We are collecting pennies before they are gone!
Help us by bringing them to the Society,
a unique and fun way to give back!
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Activities
Win 5 trips with the Alzheimer Society of Montreal
The Society will be holding a draw of 5 gift certificates of a value of $ 4000 each for a destination of your choice.
Only 750 tickets will be offered at the price of $ 100 each.
All proceeds will be for the Alzheimer Society of Montreal.
You can create a group with friends, neighbours, or colleagues to buy 1 or many tickets. Since there will be 5 gift certificates
offered, the first ticket will be eligible for each of the 5 draws. This is why you have 5 chances to win, alone, or with friends.
• There are no restrictions on the destinations you can choose!
• It is also possible to do several trips with this gift certificate!
• You can invite and travel with many people!
Discover the five continents or rediscover Quebec;
Voyage alone for an adventure or travel the globe with friends,
it is up to you!
Whistler, a white paradise
The magic of the Gadi Sagar Temple
in India
Switzerland and its delightful views
The Red Square and Russia’s secrets
A wonderful sunset on the Rocher-Percé
The divine serenity of Tulum’s beaches
The drawing will be held on February 1st, 2013 at 2 pm at the Alzheimer Society of Montreal offices.
Tickets and information : Denise Langevin, 514 369-0800 ext. 224.
*This lottery is registered with the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec (RACJ-416847)
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In Memoriam
From July 1st to September 30th 2012
We express our deepest condolences to the people and families who have lost a loved one. We are sincerely grateful to
those who have suggested that a memorial donation be made to the Alzheimer Society of Montreal in memory of :
ALLAIN, Réal
ANCRI, Simon
ANNETT, Leo
ARCAND, Suzanne (David)
BACHAND, Roger
BASTIANELLI, Giuseppina
(Bertoldi)
BEAULIEU, Louis-Philippe
BEAUSOLEIL, Gilles
BÉLANGER, Denyse (Pépin)
BERGERON, Jean-Louis
BERNIER, Cécile (Dubé)
BERTRAND, Claire
BÉRUBÉ, Michelle
BILTON, Lawrence Frederick
BIRTWISTLE, Shirley R. (Harris)
BLANCHET, Geneviève (Phlippon)
BLOUIN, René
BOISJOLI, André
BOLEA, Isabelle (Pina)
BOUCHER, Rolande (Cyr)
BOUDREAU, Lorenzo
BOUFFARD, Sylvia (Joseph)
BOURBEAU, Maurice
BOURGEOIS, Annette (Perlini)
BROMLEY, Kathleen F. (Dower)
BROUILLETTE, Elsie (Grenier)
CANNIZZARO, Francesca (Ficara)
CAOUETTE, Danny
CARIGNAN, Côme
CARON, Jeannine (Morin)
CARSCALLEN, Eliza (Metcalfe)
CHALIFOUR, Guy
CHAPUT, Guy
CHARBONNEAU, Gisèle (Malo)
CHARETTE, Micheline (Routhier)
CHARLAND (MD), J. Alphonse
CHIASSON (f.j.), Sœur AnneMarie
CHRÉTIEN, Aline (Lussier)
CLÉMENT, Roger
CÔTÉ, Gisèle (Chouinard)
COUTURE, Jean
DAGENAIS, Denise (Rinfret)
DANIS, Aimée
DAOUST, Monique (Favreau)
DAVID, Yvette (Levasseur)
DEGUIRE, Gaston
DEL VECCHIO, Irène (Lanouette)
DEMERS, Michel
DE MONTIGNY, Fernand
DESGROSEILLIERS, Micheline
(Grégoire)
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DESAULNIERS, Antoinette (Auger)
DESMARAIS, Gervaise (Racicot)
DOUGALL, Mary (Weddell)
DRAPEAU, Gisèle (Leclerc)
DROLET, Raymonde (Goulet)
DUBÉ, Léo
DUFRESNE, Pierre J.
DURAND, Marcel
FARINACCIO, Michelina G.
(Cardillo)
FERRARO, Sabatino
FERRUZZA, Angela (Alaimo)
FETTERLY, Elgin R.
FETTERLY, Margaret A. (Jones)
FINAURI, Giuseppina (Bartolucci)
FIORITA, Franco
FRADETTE, Fernand
FRANCOEUR, Pierrette (Parent)
GAGNÉ, Jacques
GARAND, Desneiges (Fournier)
GIAMPA, Armando
GILBERT, Agathe (Bolduc)
GOBEILLE, Louis
GODIN, Fernande (Fournier)
GOODEY, Gerald John
GORDON, Aline (Gervais)
GORZO, Andrew “Bandika”
GOYETTE, Florent
GRÉGOIRE, Rose Irène (Beaudoin)
GUÉRIN, Dolorès (Dumas)
GUIMONT, Thérèse (Brodeur)
HALL, Gemma (Vachon)
HAMEL, Madeleine (Jodoin)
HARENCLAK, Marguerite (Lefebvre)
HENLEY, Lucille (Paquin)
HURTIBISE, Aline (Locas)
IANNIDINARDI, Pierre
JACQUES, Fernande (Desjardins)
JACQUES, Monique (Dupont)
JUNEAU, Rilenda (Neimer)
KAUFMANN, Rhea (Goldstein)
KENNEY, Marie-Paule (Mongrain)
KLEZAS, Elena (Verbickas)
KLUCINSKAS, Rolande (Cloutier)
KOJIMA, Reiko (Uyematsu)
KORITAR, Karoly “Charlie”
LABERGE, Lumina (Taillefer)
LABERGE, Rita (Roy)
LAFORTUNE, Anna-Marie
(Gauthier)
LA LALONDE, Maurice
LANGEVIN, Madeleine (Martel)
LAPOINTE, Irène (Gingras)
LAUZIER, André
LAVALLÉE, Paul
LAVOIE, Thérèse (Martel)
LeBLANC, Élisa (Lapierre)
LEBLANC, Louis
LEFEBVRE, Alice (Demers)
LEGAULT, Michel
LEMIEUX, Berthe (Blais)
LEMIRE, Claude
LÉPINE, Jean-Pierre
LESSARD, Anita (Baillargeon)
LESSARD, Jacques
LETIECQ, Louise (Doyon)
LÉTOURNEAU, Noëlla (Lemieux)
LÉVESQUE, Gilles
LOPES, Albino Gomes
LOYER, Elizabeth (Nimmo)
LYALL, Alice (Duffield)
MACHADO, Julia (Ferreira)
MACKAY, Catherine (McCulloch)
MAIONE, Mario
MANSANO, Odette (George)
MARCOTTE, Fernand J.
MARCOVICI, Anne (Weinstein)
MARTEL, Geneviève (Tremblay)
MARTINEZ, Carmela (Italia)
MARTIN, Ronald J.
MASCITELLI, Emanuela (Spina)
MASHAL, Doreen (Tchwella)
MATURO, Francesco
MERCIER, Lucienne (Grégoire)
MIGIRDITSIAN, Dikran
MIGNAULT, Lucie (Boyer)
MILDENHALL, Bella (Côté)
MILOT, Jeanne (Dussault)
MIRON, Gisèle (Lepage)
MORIN, Irène (Poitras)
MORIN, Paulette (Cadieux)
MOSCATO, Giuseppina (Lemmo)
MULLINS, Germaine (Jacques)
MURPHY, Lillian M. (Hinds)
NADEAU, Pierre
NAPADEK, Nadzia (Podlesna)
NISHIZAKI, Roy
NOISEUX, Solange (Benoît)
PARADIS, Jacqueline (Plouffe)
PARISIEN, Thérèse (Chartrand)
PASINATO, Angelo
PATENAUDE, Thérèse (Harpin)
PELLETIER, André
PELLETIER, Victor
PERREAULT, Gilles
PERRON, Emmanuel
PESCHKE, Jacqueline (Meilleur)
PINE, Alfred
PITOSCIA, Graziano
POITRAS, Robert
POLIQUIN, Henri-Paul
POULOS, Marthe (Guèvremont)
PRIMEAU, Marie-Rose (Provost)
PROULX, Lillian (Annett)
PROULX, Marc
PROVOST, Monique (Teasdale)
PULIZZI, Angela (Di Maria)
QUIROZ–POSADA, Arturo
RATELLE, Raymond
REDMOND, Bibiane (Girard)
REITER, Isaac
RIOUX, Yvon
ROCHFORD, Marilyn (Doherty)
ROUSSIN, Anita (Léonard)
ROY, Jeannine (Grenier)
ROYAL, Rachel (Jodoin)
SAINT-ANDRÉ, Louis
SAMSON, Marcel
SAULNIER, Germaine (De Moor)
SAVARD, Olivier
SAVARIA, Denise (Morin)
SCHMIERER, Maria (Schertzer)
SCRILATTI, Alfio
SKRYPKAR, Olga (Korba)
SMITH, Donald
SPOTO, Francesca (Collura)
STEWART, Jean E. (Nowlan)
SUAREZ, Lucette (Nadon)
TAILLEFER, Raymonde (Perreault)
TAPP, André
TARDIF, Thérèse (Jacob)
THÉBERGE, Gérard
THERRIEN, André
THIVIERGE, Yolande (Perron)
TULLIO, Anna (Altobelli)
TURCOT, Marcel
TURNBLOOM, Marcelle (Laberge)
TURNER, Aurore (Caron)
VERMETTE, Simone (Martel)
VERREAULT, Jean-Claude
VINCENT, Lucile (Dansereau)
WEYMAN, Eric
WISTAFF, Jean
WOLSKI, Andrzej “Andre”
WYSZKOWSKI, Mieczyslaw
Keep your brain active
Challenge yourself for a healthier brain with this sudoku (when finished, please rotate the page and check your answers
below). Here are some numbers that demonstrate why it is important for people to learn more about Alzheimer's Disease:
In 2010, 500 000 Canadians were living with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementias.
Within a generation the number will rise to over 1, 100, 000.
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Volume 34, Number 3, Winter 2013
mission
The Alzheimer Society of Montreal’s mission is to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders and to promote research into their causes and cure.
This newsletter is published by the Alzheimer Society of Montreal and is distributed to its members, partners, fellow organizations, and al who are interested in Alzheimer’s disease and related
disorders. It is availble in French in English.
Editing and Layout : Esteban Bongiovanni
This issue’s collaborators : Louise Charron, ,Juliane Fortin-Latreille, Bruce Paterson, Jessica Seidman
Personnel
Board
Executive Director: Gérald Hubert, M.B.A.
Executive Commitee
Director– Financing Development : Gérard Briand, M.B.A.
Présidente : Nora Kelner, Ph.D.
Vice-président : Michael Greenberg, B. Com.
Secrétaire : G. Barry Weldon, Ing., M.B.A.
Trésorier : Joseph Havas, C.A.
Administrateurs :Mona Beck, BScN, M.Ed et Lisette Joly, LL.L.
Directror– Programs and services : April Hayward
Coordinators: Teresa Anuza (Education), Laurence
Beaumier-Grant (Family Services), Esteban Bongiovanni
(Communications), Raffaela Cavaliere (Respite and
stimulation), Pascale Godbout (Art-Therapy, Réginald
Godin (Financing Development and Volunteering, Jessica
Seidman (Intake and Referrals
Harneet-Kaur Singh
(Education).
Assistants: Ginette Boisjoly (Documentation), Pierre
Bourassa (Executive Assistant, Denise Langevin
(Fundraising), Lucie Sylvestre (Réception & Programs and
services).
Activity Centres
Team Leaders: Linda Banks. Kathleen Benakoun,
Melinda Di Minno.
Animators: Haqiyfah Bartholomew, Nicole Albano
Calero, Helen-Anne Chehab. Christina F. Codignotto ,
Suzanne Paquette, Pierrette Pépin, Linda Scalzo, Mary
Thambiah.
In-home Respite and stimulation: Linda Banks,
Kathleen Benakoun, Guilaine Bienvenue , Julie Daigle,
Pascale Godbout, Stephen Hogan, Sabrina Mazza,
Claire O’Brien.
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Directors
Rita Bonar, Ph.D.
Hildegard Brack, Ph.D.
Norman Crutchfield, M.B.A.
Dolly P. Dastoor, Ph.D.
Peter Eusenio
Support Groups Animators: Luc Armand , Luc Boudreau,
Generosa De Cubellis, Bernie Goulem, Huguette Pagé ,
Cristina Roos,
Jacques Hannaux
Michael Litwin, C.A.
Carole Mireault
Luc Thibaudeau, LL.L.
Amélie Tavernier, M.B.A
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