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The Progression of Alzheimer's Disease
The Alzheimer Society of Canada identifies, develops and facilitates national priorities that enable its members to effectively alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer's and related diseases, promotes research and leads the search for a cure. On this website you will find facts, causes, myths, statistics, support groups and treatment options.
The Alzheimer Society has useful information on the transition to long-term care. Information on preparing for the move, the moving day, and adjusting can be found here
Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association
The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) offers leadership in the pursuit of excellence in care for persons approaching death so that the burdens of suffering, loneliness and grief are lessened. You will find a list of palliative care programs in different provinces and resources.
Health Canada: Natural Health Products
The Natural Products site at Health Canada provides information on "herbal" or other natural products. Go to the Health Canada website (use the link above). Click on: (1) English, (2) Drugs and Health Products (on the left side), (3) Natural Health Products (also on the left side).
The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based health charity, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy. On this website you will find health information about heart disease, stroke and healthy living, as well as multicultural resources.
The Drug Products site at Health Canada provides information on drugs approved for use in Canada. Go to the Health Canada website (use link above). Click on: (1) English, (2) Drugs and Health Products (on the left side), (3) Drug Products, (4) Drug Product Database, (5) Access the Drug Product Database.
Living With Dementia: Resources for Living Well
This site was developed for persons living with dementia and their family care partners. It contains helpful information and resources to help prepare for the road ahead.
Medline Plus contains information on various diseases, medications, and other health topics. Some information is available in multiple languages or formats (e.g., text, video, and interactive tutorial).
Dancing with Dementia by Christine Bryden
This book is a vivid account of a top civil servant and mother of three who was diagnosed with dementia at age 46. The author writes about the day-to-day challenges she deals with as a person affected by dementia.
Aging, Community and Health Research Unit
