JUNE 2026

E-NEWSLETTER

PROGRAMS & NOTICES

June is Seniors Month in Ontario. It’s a time to acknowledge and honour the amazing seniors in our lives across the province. The 2026 theme, Ontario Seniors — Let’s Get Moving, highlights programs and initiatives that promote wellness, social engagement and education for seniors and older adults. These include:

• Seniors Active Living Centres (SALC) program – Offering 60 years of wellness, social interaction, education and support services to help seniors stay healthy and independent.

Our local region is home to several fantastic Senior Active Living Centres including Prince Edward County and Tudor & Cashel. Be sure to check out local programming available to you! https://www.ontario.ca/page/find-seniors-active-living-centre-program-near-you#section-1

Happy Pride Month from your local Alzheimer Society!

This month, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and diversity of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Pride is a time to recognize the importance of inclusion, respect, and creating spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.

At the Alzheimer Society, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for all individuals living with dementia, their care partners, volunteers, staff, and community members. Every person deserves compassionate care and the opportunity to be their authentic self.

As we celebrate Pride Month, we honour the contributions, experiences, and stories of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and reaffirm our commitment to equity, dignity, and belonging.

Together, we can build a more inclusive community where everyone feels at home!

Check out 2SLGBTQIA & Dementia Resources from the Alzheimer Society here:

https://alzheimer.ca/on/en/help-support/2SLGBTQIA-dementia

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

Did you know? Dementia is a growing public health issue for Indigenous people in Canada. Canada’s first national dementia strategy, A Dementia Strategy for Canada: Together We Aspire, identified that Indigenous Peoples are a population at higher risk of developing dementia (Public Health Agency of Canada, 2019). In addition to research indicating higher rates of dementia among Indigenous populations compared to the general public, Indigenous people also face challenges accessing health-care services and receiving supports, and they are impacted by many social determinants of dementia.

To learn more about some of the issues related to dementia in Indigenous populations and read estimates for dementia in Indigenous people in Canada in the Landmark Study 2, chapter 2, here: https://alzheimer.ca/ns/sites/ns/files/documents/CHAPTER 2_ASC_People_REPORT2_13680_ENG_WEB-FINAL %281%29.pdf

Support for all

No matter where you are or where you're at - we're here for you. Support groups are hosted each and every month in communities and formats to fit your needs. Connect with your local First Link Care Navigator and/or Education and Support Coordinator to find the group options that are best for you! Registration required for all support groups.

New Evening Support Option
We want your feedback! Would you be interested in joining us in Belleville for an evening support group for care partners? Second Monday of the month, 6 PM - 8 PM at Calvary Church Belleville. Contact jessica.gagnon@alzheimerhpe.ca or connect with your local ESC/First Link Care Navigator for more information.

Memory Cafe

By attending a Memory Café, people living with memory loss and those who care about them can come together and socialize in a safe and engaging environment.This is an opportunity to make new friends and connect with others who may be having similar experiences.

The monthly sessions are loosely structured, with a positive focus and offering options of refreshments, information gathering, creativity and more! Contact us today to find out more about your local Memory Cafe events. Registration required to ensure you are contacted regarding any changes to time/date/location!

Minds in Motion

Upcoming AlzEducate Events

ALZeducate is an online resource for best practice dementia education. Build your knowledge and skills to live well or support people living with dementia. There are dozens of free webinars, education courses and live events, including the July 9th Aging & The Senses webinar for Health Care Professionals from our very own Melissa Whalen.

You can register for your account at alzeducate.ca 
Check out monthly Alzeducate listings by clicking the blue links below:

June Alzeducate Webinars

July Alzeducate Webinars

PARTNER NEWS

ASHPE FUNDRAISING:

You can continue to fundraise and donate until the end of June! Help push us over $80,000 raised locally. THANK YOU for your support!

www.walkforalzheimers.ca

LIVED EXPERIENCE ADVISORY:

Self referrals encouraged - no diagnosis required

Check out our online referral form here

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