Knowledge brings compassion: Why understanding dementia matters

The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba was founded over 40 years ago, to assist all Manitobans affected by dementia, either with their own personal diagnosis or of a loved one. As a province-wide organization, the Society seeks to achieve its mission through community awareness; individual, family and professional education; support programs and research funding. September 2026 marks the 15th anniversary of World Alzheimer’s Month, an international campaign aimed at raising dementia awareness and oft