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Thank you Norma Jean

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On July 30th, 2013, we lost a volunteer, supporter and friend of the Alzheimer Society. Norma Jean Denney was an active cyclist and was involved in a tragic accident. She was a great believer in physical activity and thoroughly enjoyed her time cycling. I am thankful to Norma Jean for her kindness, support, perseverance, determination, dedication and especially her friendship. Her infectious smile and encouraging words will remain and be cherished by those of us who worked with her over the past several years.

She was always willing to support what projects we were doing in Cape Breton to provide programs to persons with dementia and their families. She shared her journey with her mother, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, which inspired and encouraged other caregivers.

Despite a very active work and family life, she offered her support to a monthly caregiver support group and to many fund raising initiatives. One month, she would be encouraging local business owners to host an Alzheimer Coffee Break and the next, would be seeking pledges for our annual Walk for Memories. She was an inspiration to her family to join together and form the team, Lil’s girls. As a member of the Walk committee, she willingly accepted a variety of jobs to ensure a successful event.

I am thankful Norma Jean chose to support the Alzheimer Society with such pride and dedication and will cherish the memories we shared.

By Patsy LeBlanc, Coordinator, Community Initiatives, Cape Breton

Norma Jean (Back row, far left), with her Walk for Memories A-Team, Lil’s girls

“Mother Theresa once said: ‘Not all of us do great things, but we all can do things with great love.’ I believe this encapsulates Norma Jean Denny. She was a mother of three, at one point held down three jobs,exercised on a regular basis and yet always found room in her busy life

to open her heart to others. Those of us who knew her will miss her and her daily contributions which made this world a better place.”

Sandra Kelly, Walk for Memories Committee member

In November of 2012 the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) partnered with the Alzheimer Association in the United States, for their newest signature event, “The Longest Day.” This national event commemorates the longest day of the year, and parallel’s it with what it is like to be a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Groups create events that last all day. From making sure at least one person in the office is running on a treadmill every hour, to our event, playing bridge. The Canadian Bridge Federation Charity Foundation Committee (CBFCF) worked hard to make sure that any money raised in Canada would stay in Canada and be donated to either the Alzheimer Society of Canada, or the local societies, like NovaScotia. Many bridge clubs in the Maritimes took part in this incredible event and held games and raised funds for our Alzheimer Societies. Thanks to the work of the CBFCF, all of our Canadian Alzheimer Societies will benefit from “The Longest Day.” The Maritimes premier contributor to the event was the Charlottetown Duplicate Bridge Club. They held three pairs games, the first game started at 6:00 a.m., a Rookie/Master game and a team game. Prizes were awarded to the winners in every event, all contributed by local sponsors across PEI. Lunch was served and they even had a dinner with wine! The last pairs’ game ended at 10:00 p.m. Members of the local Alzheimer Society of PEI came to pull the 50/50 winner. More than 100 bridge players representing clubs all across Prince Edward Island attended the event at the Charlottetown Duplicate Bridge Club and raised $2,700.00 for the Alzheimer Society of PEI. In Halifax, the MCG Bridge Studio started their day a little later, with the first game beginning at 8:00 a.m. and a new duplicate game every 90 minutes. By the end of the day we had nine sessions with 64 tables, and for those who play bridge, we

awarded 146.84 masterpoints. One player, Gerardo Malazdrewicz, came to The Studio, paid for all nine sessions and said he would play with whoever or whenever he was needed. Gerardo played all 108 hands of bridge! The Bridge Studio donated over $1,000 to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia and our table fees will be donated to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

Also in Halifax, Halifax Bridge World (HBW) made some last minute changes to their schedule to be able to make their contribution to the Longest Day Event. They hosted 13 tables for their morning game and another nine in the evening. In Campbellton, NB, and the Bridge on The Edge, St. John’s Newfoundland held three games each, with both clubs actively raising money for their local Alzheimer Societies. Next year “The Longest Day” will be held on Saturday June 21, 2014

and with the efforts of the CBFCF and the Alzheimer Society of Canada, we hope to have many, many more clubs across Canada participate. It is such a great way to expose our incredible game to “at home” bridge players and future students of the game. Mark the date and plan your events, the possibilities are endless and the results, priceless!

The longest dayBy Kathie Macnab, The Bridge Studio

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Kathie MacNab and Gerardo Malazdrewicz, who played 108 hands of Bridge

All year, across the province, Nova Scotians take on the rewarding role of hosting fundraisers on behalf of the

Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Now YOU! too can be a fundraiser!

To discuss hosting an independent fundraiser, please

contact Beth Jackson or Sarah Lyon at the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia by calling 1-800-611-6345.

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One fast derby duck!“Winning the Hyundai Accent was a true gift. My family and I desperately needed a new car so when I got the call that my duck won the race I was overjoyed.” –Lisa Bennett, 2012 Alzheimer Duck Derby Grand Prize Winner

Lisa Bennett never dreamt that one rubber duck would change her life. But, all it took was adopting one ten dollar duck for the Alzheimer Duck Derby to win her family a new car.

It was a typical day in Mahone Bay. Lisa and her daughter, Amy, were running errands and stopped to do some banking at the local Bank of Montreal. Bank of Montreal is a sponsor of the Alzheimer Duck Derby and each branch in Nova Scotia sells ducks to raise money for the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. It was sales time at the Mahone Bay branch so it was “ducked” out with everything from rubber ducks on the counters to duck feet on the floor.

“My daughter and the bank teller convinced me to adopt a duck that day,” says Lisa. “I decided to buy a duck and I didn’t really think about it after that. I left the branch and kind of forgot about it.”

Like many Nova Scotians, Lisa participated inthe Alzheimer Duck Derby because she wanted to support the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia and the families they serve. It wasn’t about the incentive for Lisa; she was more concerned about helping families in need.

“On September 22, 2012 we were just getting back from my daughter’s swimming class and there was a strange message on the phone,” says Lisa. “At first I thought it was a prank call saying I won a car because the only thing I’ve ever won was a container of ice cream,” she chuckles.

Lisa’s phone call was real and soon she realized that she was the grand prize winner of the Alzheimer Duck Derby!

It was like a dream come true for Lisa and her family. Lisa is an outreach worker and does a lot of traveling so they were in “desperate need of a new car.”

When Lisa was presented with the new car at Steele Hyundai, she was given a rubber duck as a keepsake that now sits on her dash and looks out the window. Steele Hyundai is a major sponsor of the Alzheimer Duck Derby and donates a car every year as the grand prize.

“I tried to get a ducky licence plate but I couldn’t,” says Lisa. “I put the first three letters on the licence plate as FDD, which stands for Fast Derby Duck. My Ducky is a great conversation starter and a lot of people ask me about him, and I tell them the story of how I won the Alzheimer Duck Derby.”

When asked if Lisa will be adopting a duck again, she had this to say: “I will be adopting a duck again, but I don’t expect to win; I just want to support families living with Alzheimer’s disease,” says

Lisa. I’m starting to hear more about people in my community being diagnosed with dementia and the Duck Derby is an easy and fun way that I can help families in my community.”

“I would like to thank everyone for taking such good care of me,” says Lisa. “The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal in Mahone Bay for selling me the duck and the whole team at Steele Hyundai who made winning a car such a wonderful experience. Steele’s customer service was incredible and they continue to take good care of me year-round. Thank

you for this once in a lifetime opportunity.”

The 2013 Alzheimer Duck Derby will take place on Saturday, September 21. This free, family event promotes the importance of healthy brains to all ages and helps to raise awareness of dementia. Nova Scotians, who adopt a duck like Lisa did, help raise much needed funds for families living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias in our communities.

To adopt your duck, visit alzheimerduckderby.ca, go to your local Bank of Montreal or call 422-7961/1-800-611-6345.

Lisa Bennett excitedly accepts the key to her new Hyundai Accent from Peter Gwynne-Timothy, General Manager of Steele Hyundai. Also pictured are “Ducky” and Hali Derby,

the official Duck Derby mascot.

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Life after diagnosisAfter you receive a diagnosis of dementia you may have many mixed feelings. It is common to feel angry, depressed, worried, sad, guilty, alone or frustrated. You may feel relieved that there is a medical reason behind the changes. These feelings are normal but there are many things that you can do that will help you to make life easier and more enjoyable, both now and in the future. It is important to remember that any changes are not going to happen suddenly. You will need time to adjust your lifestyle and to find help when you need it. You are not alone in facing dementia. Here are some tips that other people with dementia have found useful:• Be positive. Concentrate on the things you can do

instead of things that have become too difficult.

• Keep a sense of humour. It really does help you get by.

• Rebuild your self confidence, as many people lose it when diagnosed. You will find it returning when you see how many things you can still do.

• Be honest about how you feel about your diagnosis and allow other family members to do the same.

• Tell people that you have a memory problem and don’t be embarrassed to ask them to repeat or explain things, as they may have already told you several times.

• Don’t be afraid of asking for help and taking it.• Don’t feel you have to rush things. Allow more time than you

perhaps need. Concentrating on what you are doing helps some people.

• Do difficult tasks during the times of the day when you normally feel best.

• Arrange for others to help you with tasks that are too difficult.• Avoid over-stimulation. Too much noise and activity can

create anxiety and confusion.• If you get frustrated when things are not going well, blame

the illness, not yourself.• Write things down. Make lists of what you need to do, keep

a diary and get into the habit of checking it regularly; make notes of where things are. A weekly diary up on the wall can be useful.

• Carry a “cheat sheet” with you - with your personal details (not including your address) and the name of a person who can be contacted that knows you and their phone number.

• Make a routine for yourself. You may find it easier to keep track if you have a regular way of doing things and a particular time to do them.

• Decide where to keep important things like money, keys and glasses. Put them in the same place every time. Keep a note of where they are so that you can find them.

• Put labels on cupboards and drawers to remember where things are.

• Place helpful telephone numbers by the phone where you can see them or get a telephone that allows you to programme people’s names and telephone numbers.

• If you are taking medication, ask your doctor/ nurse/ pharmacist/ Alzheimer Society/ carer about help with remembering to take it.

• Arranging for a friend to phone and tell you when things are happening, like a “talking diary” can be useful.

• Getting a newspaper is an ideal way of keeping in touch with events, keeping track of the day of the week and meeting people. If you can’t manage to go and buy a newspaper you may be able to have one delivered by a news agent or a neighbour.• Take care of yourself - caring for your body is important. Eat well, exercise regularly and make sure you take any medicines you are prescribed.• Take care of your mental health. Make sure that you have someone to talk to about your feelings about the illness. If you are depressed or have other worrying feelings or thoughts your doctor and Alzheimer Society may be able to help.• Keep up your social life. See your friends and keep going out. If a friend seems to find it hard to know what to say to you, don’t let

them drift away. Explain that you still need to see them, even if it is awkward for them at first.

• Keep up the skills that you still have and work with your family or doctor to modify activities to your changing abilities.

• Continue with your hobbies and you may have time to take up those you always wanted to try but didn’t have the time.

• Share educational information on dementia with your relatives and friends. Invite them to attend educational programmes/ support groups with you.

• These are just a few tips that can help you manage to live with dementia. Dementia affects people in different ways and each person will find their own approach to dealing with the changes that occur.

Thank you to our friends at Alzheimer Disease International for providing the content for the article. You can find more information at the following link: http://www.alz.co.uk/withdementia/life-after-diagnosis

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There’s lots to discuss with emerging new research, aging population, rising healthcare costs, limited resources. Ongoing learning about dementia is extremely important and so we look forward to hosting our Provincial Conference focused on dementia on October 21 and 22. We bring together qualified speakers to present on a broad range of dementia topics that can help grow our understanding and prepare us for delivering meaningful care and support. This year we are delighted to have Dr. Sultan Darvesh, Dr. Hassan and Cathy Conway (to name a few), who will focus on physiological, environmental and behavioral factors that shape the experience of a person living with dementia and offering insights and strategies on how we can help. We are also pleased to hear first voice perspectives including a woman living well with early onset dementia, and a panel of caregivers who will share their caregiving experience through their own cultural lens.

The conference also provides an excellent opportunity to pick up new resources, see new products and to talk with colleagues from across the province. One of our favorite parts of the conference is Monday night when we host our free public Family and Friends Night. The public has the opportunity to visit the displays, pick up resources, attend a panel presentation and ask questions. Last year, speaking with a long time conference attendee , she said, “ I always learn new things at this conference and have some new resources to take back and share at work” And I feel the same way, there is always more to learn. So, Let’s Talk. See you at the conference in October! Conference materials and registration can be viewed at www.alzheimer.ca/ns

Let’s talk about dementia

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Physical activity never gets old!Many people think that as they age, exercise is no longer an important part of staying healthy. But in fact, this may be the best time to exercise! In your senior years:

• You may have more time for leisure activity.

• Many recreation centres have lower rates for senior memberships.

• It’s never too late and in fact, being active is a critical part of good health in later life!

Research shows that staying physically active improves your mood and can reduce negative thoughts about aging. There is a host of scientific evidence about a wide range of benefits of increased physical activity including:

• lower risk of chronic disease and disability

• decreased risk of falls

• lower risk of Alzheimer’s dementia and cognitive decline

• improved overall function and greater independence

• increased quality of sleep

• improved mood and general life satisfaction

• prolonged longevity

Staying active is such an important part of being well as we age, but it can be hard to think of ways to engage in physical activity. If keeping fit is such a key component of maintaining physical, cognitive and mental health, what can you do to improve your overall health and improve your physical fitness?

WHAT YOU CAN DO

It may seem like a long time since you last exercised. It may feel difficult to get started. Here are some ideas to help you increase your physical fitness.

1. JUST MOVE: Many health problems are associated with sitting for long periods of time. By getting up and moving, you can reduce your risk of physical health problems and improve your longevity.

2. LEAVE THE CAR AT HOME: Walking can increase longevity, help you maintain independence, and decrease your risk of dementia. Taking the dog out or walking with a friend is a great way to increase your level of activity without straining your body.

3. DO MORE OF WHAT YOU NORMALLY DO: Engaging in daily activities such as household chores and gardening not only add to your level of physical activity, but maintain your ability to function at home. Getting things done around the house also leads to a sense of pride in what you can accomplish.

4. JOIN YOUR LOCAL FITNESS OR COMMUNITY CENTRE: Conditioning programs are great for improving your cardiovascular fitness, but they also improve self-image, energy, and maintain cognitive health. Check out your local gym to see what senior

programs are available!

5. DO SOMETHING YOU ENJOY: Often, physical activity can feel like a chore; however, if you enjoy the activity, you’ll be more likely to keep doing it and to get better at it!

6. TRY SOMETHING NEW: There are lots of activities out there that may be just right for you. Yoga, tai chi and qi gong are some examples of mind-body exercises that can improve your quality of sleep and energy levels. Or try a new sport for both physical and social benefits!

7. DO BALANCING EXERCISES: Balance and coordination training can decrease your risk of falls and help to maintain function in activities of daily living. The better your balance, the more likely you are to stay independent and well!

8. TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR: If you’re not sure how to safely incorporate physical activity into your daily routine or what activities are best for you, a chat with your doctor may be the best place to start.

Courtesy of Fountain of Health

Special thanks to Fountain of health for supplying the content for this article.

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It was once again a beautiful, sunny and hot day in the Town of Wolfville, when the Wolfville Nursing Home held their 2013 Walk for Memories in June.

Each year, the facility holds a Walk around the town, to support the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. They invite residents, family members, staff, L’arche Homefires, the daycare and the whole community, to join them as they “Walk with a Purpose,” raising funds and awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

This year in the crowd, were seven ladies – three generations – of supporters. Pauline has been a resident of the Wolfville Nursing Home for seven years. Her daughters Brenda and Sue have walked

several years in the event with their mom, as has their grandchildren (Pauline’s great-granddaughters) Lauren (nine years old), Grace (eight years old), Lucy (age five) and Ellie (age four).

At this year’s event the four girls were recognized for their fundraising efforts, by the Wolfville Nursing Home. They raised $200 by asking fellow classmates, door to door to theirneighbours and by hitting up grandpa

for some pledges. Both grandmas are very proud of their granddaughters and will be bringing everyone back again next year.

“This event is always very successful. There is so much enthusiasm for this wonderful cause,” said Brenda.

Self appointed spokeswomen for the granddaughters Lucy said that, “(they) will always come back.” And she wanted everyone to know that more great-grandchildren should be involved with the Alzheimer Society.

“More kids should raise money,” Lucy said. “To find medicine and a cure.”

My name is Donna McLean, and I am pleased to be in the exciting new role of First Link® Coordinator for the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. With the success of the First Link® Pilot, completed this spring, I have been hired to roll out First Link® in the Halifax Regional Municipality, and eventually across the province. I come to the Alzheimer Society an experienced social worker with an extensive background in program development and adult education.

First Link® is a referral program to assist physicians, health and community service providers in directly referring people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias (ADOD) and their families to the Society for services and support. We stay in touch throughout their journey with the disease, providing information, timely support, and services such as the Family Caregiver Education Series. First Link® has made an impact in improving quality of life in other provinces, such as Ontario, where it has been operating for many years.

Now I have the opportunity to play a part in expanding this effective program through Nova Scotia. My primary role will be to develop partnerships with healthcare professionals. I will be expanding the number of healthcare professionals who know about our programs and services and who refer people with dementia and their family to us. Since starting this position in June, I have been meeting with physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers and other healthcare professionals who participated in the pilot project to get their feedback on the program and suggestions about who I should contact next. I have also started expanding contacts and building partnerships, for example at the QEII emergency department. In addition, I have been answering calls on the InfoLine, responding to requests for support and information, and providing referrals. In the next year, I will be developing workshops for family caregivers of people in the middle stages of dementia.

I look forward to these opportunities, and am proud to be part of the professional and caring organization that is the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

No “Gap” in philanthropy for these generations

Linked in to Programs and Services

“More kids should raise money to find medicine and a cure.”

- Lucy, age five

(Front) Lucy, Pauline, Ellie (Back) Grace, Lauren, Sue, Brenda

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Every year thousands of Nova Scotians trade in their regular coffee rituals for something more meaningful. They do this in support of the national fundraising campaign, Coffee Break™. Volunteers all across Nova Scotia host Coffee Break™ events in which they ask people to make a donation to their local Alzheimer Society in exchange for a cup of coffee.

Each Coffee Break™ is as unique as the host. Some include food, hot chocolate, or tea, while others could be included as part of a BBQ or casual day in the office. However a host chooses to plan their event, with 60% of Atlantic Canadians considered to be daily coffee drinkers, it is not surprising that these fundraising events are always successful.

Glenna and Eldon Weagle, along with their community at St. John’s Anglican Church in West Dublin Nova Scotia, have discovered how to make this event work for them.

“At St. John’s Church we regularly have a coffee break after early services. It is a wonderful way for the people of our small congregation to come together and get to know each other a bit better. Food and drink always create an enjoyable occasion.

When we heard about the Coffee Break™ event we felt it was a good way to use our get-together to help someone else. Last year was the first time we have hosted this event. We announced the event in advance so people came prepared to donate. We really didn’t do anything unusual other than putting out the donation box and literature (provided by the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia) and passing the donations along to the Society. We did however provide fancier finger foods than usual to give the event a special feeling.”

While Coffee Break™ takes place all across Canada, it is important to note that money raised in Nova Scotia stays in Nova Scotia. With partnership from national and local retailers such as: Kent Building Supplies, Bulk Barn and Robins Donuts; there are more ways than ever to get involved. During the month of September people are encouraged to find their local Robins, Bulk Barn and Kent and purchase a Coffee Cup Cutout in support of the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

If you are interested in hosting your own Coffee Break event or want to learn more, email [email protected] or call the Society today!

Coffee Break™ fundraiser considered extremely addictive

Want to Host/Support Coffee Break™?

Here are some ideas on how to get involved:

• Partner with another group, business, or organization • Ask your friends and co-workers to save their spare change and bring it to your Coffee Break™• Spread the word! Tell people why you’re holding a Coffee Break™• Host your Coffee Break™ at work• Ask a local restaurant or business to donate all or a portion of their coffee, tea or pop sales for the day • Choose a day and time where people are already gathering • Need to get rid of some things? Get your garage sale items ready and have each friend take home one item in exchange

for a donation • Involve your friends – ask them to help serve, bake or bring another friend • Organize a dress down day at work • Ask friends to bake goodies to donate; hold a ‘bake and share’ Coffee Break™ party • Not a coffee fan? Consider a fruit smoothie or hot chocolate party • Create a theme for your Coffee Break™ • Ask your co-workers to donate their coffee or pop money from now until your Coffee Break™ • Swing by your local Robins during the month of September and donate an extra dollar to go directly to the many pro-

grams offered to families effected by dementia• Shop at Kent and Bulk Barn during the month of September and when you checkout, make sure you buy a Coffee Cup

Cutout • Support other community volunteers as they host their own Coffee Break™ events

To learn more about this campaign visit

www.alzheimer.ca/ns

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An Irony of Life: Is Justice Served? By: Pamela P. Hartling ( May 2013)

From legal ease to Alzheimer’s Disease An Irony of life

This is an unsolvable case,Even Justice can’t prevail

So difficult to face!

Considered to be of stature great, a gentle manPlease tell me now how this fits the plan?With all my knowledge, wisdom, finesse…

Even my books that I hold dearAt this early stage…And I turn the page,

Cannot erase an unknown fear

How could this have happened to me!And yet it’s a fact of life I cannot fleeHelp me now to understand and see

Alzheimer’s disease No respecter of persons’ this…

A disease that strips me of all that I amTo become as someone I do not know

Even though physically it may not show

How can it be that even IWho had planned my life so carefullyShould be subject to such anonymity?

I had great plans to spend my lifeJourneying through older years along with my wife

Although she is still there for me todayAs she’s always been along the way

The plan is much altered I must say…

I am happier in my current stateUnderstanding not my present or future fate

Because I cannot even contemplate

On days when we meet for coffee or ice-creamShe includes me in conversations still

Even while Knowing I do not understandThis was not what together we planned!

Alzheimers’ Disease how can it be That life can be altered so significantly?

Cruelty and bitterness: Is justice ever served by this?

Creative Corner Our Creative Corner is a place where people affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias can express their experiences about the disease through creative writing and artwork. We invite you to submit a piece to our creative corner. It can be a poem, short story, essay, journal writing, song or other form of creative writing. Please keep your entries to a maximum of 300 words. Send your piece of writing in the body of an e-mail to [email protected]

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Family and Friends NightA free public forum

Browse a variety of information booths and have a chance to talk with local resource people on hand.

For more information, call 422-7961, or e-mail [email protected]

A demo suite will be set up to showcase home technologies to keep someone safe at home

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Location:Holiday Inn Harbourview, Dartmouth

Time:6 - 7 p.m. Light refreshments/visit displays

7 - 8:30 p.m. Panel discussion and questions

In partnership with Northwood

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Thousands of ducks will race. All Nova Scotians win.

YOU COULD WIN A CAR!Call 1-800-611-6345

Visit alzheimerduckderby.ca

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Knocking on doors for a good cause

Help Wanted,Door to Door Canvassers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help launch our Door to Door campaign in October. We are seeking help from upstanding, trustworthy citizens who enjoy walking their neighbourhoods and are not

opposed to knocking on a few doors. If you have ever considered volunteering with the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, but live outside HRM or could not make a large time commitment, please consider signing up to be a Door to Door canvasser. The commitment is flexible according to your

availability and the money goes back to your community to help your neighbours who are living with dementia, and their caregivers.

For more information, please contact Dawn Boudrot at 1-800-611-6345, or 422-7961 ext. 258

Door to Door Canvassing Hits the Internet

If you feel shy knocking on doors, but you want to be part of the Door to Door fundraising initiative, why not become an e-canvasser? Set up your own personal fundraising page (we provide all the

tools), send an email to your contacts directing them to your page, and keep track of the donations online; all from the comfort of your home. Are you active on Facebook and Twitter? We provide an

easy link from your personal fundraising page to your favourite social media platform that directs people where to go to make online donations. It is a safe, easy way to raise money.

For more information about becoming an e-canvasser, please contact Dawn Boudrot at 1-800-611-6345

The Society receives no core government funding and relies totally on the support of the community. Should you wish to help make a difference in the lives of Nova Scotians impacted by Alzheimer’s, please contact us today to make a donation, or to find out about the many other ways through which you can help.

Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia 2717 Gladstone Street, Suite 112, Halifax, NS B3K 0A4(902) 422-7961 or 1-800-611-6345 (outside Metro) www.alzheimer.ca/ns