Did You Know?

Over half a million Canadians, or 1 in 11 over the age of 65, have Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia – this number will more than double within a generation.
There are 71,000 sufferers under the age of 65.
The risk for dementia doubles every five years after age 65.
In 2011, the first of the baby boomers will turn 65.
17% of Canadians have a family member affected by the illness
Alzheimer’s is the 2nd most feared illness of Canadians as they age.
The physical and psychological toll on family caregivers is enormous; up to 75 per cent will develop psychological illnesses.
At present, a new case of Alzheimer’s is diagnosed every five minutes - by 2036, the incidence will rise to one new case every two minutes.¹
This will affect You and Me.

Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of aging. It is devastating – and fatal – but not quick. It slowly steals memory; cognitive, verbal and physical abilities; and ultimately, life. There is no cure and no prevention – although research suggests that there are ways to lower your risk. Research is the key to a cure. With enough support, researchers could find that cure, or a treatment within 5-7 years.¹

You and Me for Memories is an Ottawa based grassroots group of volunteers, committed to supporting research into all aspects of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. In partnership with the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine, the group was established to help raise much needed funds for research, and to promote awareness of the disease and the personal, social and economic impact it has on our society. We need your help.

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¹Media Centre: 2011 Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet. Updated January 2011.
Alzheimer Society of Canada. Accessed March 14, 2011.
Alzheimer Society Media Centre: 2011 Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet