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Almost 50 per cent of Canadians would not want anyone to know if they had dementia. The Leger survey questioned 1500 Cana- dians between the ages of 18 and 65. It aimed at determining the level of awareness and stigma around Alzheimer’s amongst Cana- dians.The survey finds that while awareness about dementia has increased, stigma and negative attitudes surrounding the disease continue to persist. The Alzheimer Society of Cornwall and District has launched a new social awareness campaign – I live with dementia. Let me help you understand. The campaign intends to spark conversation about the disease and encourage Canadians to see dementia and those who suffer from it in a new light. This campaign coincides with the survey find- ings and Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in
were to be diagnosed. The Alzheimer Society’s campaign lets the experts – the people living with dementia – do the talking. Many people living with the disease have shared their stories and have given pointers on how to bemore open and accepting towards those suffering. Their stories are featured on the campaign web- site, www.ilivewithdementia.ca, where visi- tors will also find tips on how to be more dementia-friendly, activities to test their knowledge, and other resources to take ac- tion against stigma. “From the time of diagnosis, they reveal the stigma that they face and they give tips that we can all use to focus on their abilities rather than on their challenges,” said Shel- ley Vaillancourt, executive director of the Alzheimer Society of Cornwall and District.
La Société Alzheimer de Cornwall et de district a lancé une nouvelle campagne de sensibilisation sociale – Oui, je vis avec l’Alzheimer. Laissez-moi vous aider à comprendre. Ici on peut reconnaître quelqu’un participant à la campagne en partageant son histoire avec la maladie. —photo fournie
January. The Leger survey showed that 46 per cent of Canadians said they would feel ashamed if they had dementia and 61 per cent said
they feel they would face discrimination of some sort. The survey also showed that one in four Canadians believe they would be avoided by friends and/or family if they
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