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One of the largest counseling chapters in Canada, the mission of the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region (ASNR) is to advocate for people with dementia and their care partners, and to provide access to a diverse range of appropriate resources and supports. Our goal is to enhance safety and independence within the home and community, strengthen resilience and coping capacity, and ensure that people living with a dementia continue to participate in family and community life for as long as possible.
Here in Niagara, we have a unique challenge: we have one of the highest percentages of seniors per capita in Canada and yet we lack the available geriatric resources compared to other communities. Currently, there are over 10,000 people in Niagara who are experiencing a progressive dementia and by 2021, this number is expected to increase by 61%.
