People living with dementia and their caregivers count on the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka for support as they navigate the disease.
And every year, the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka relies on you to join them for their annual IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s – Locally Presented by Country 102.
While the pandemic negatively impacted so many services across the country last year, the public showed support by joining the walk, raising crucial funds that allowed the organization to shift many of their services online, continuing to meet the needs of people living with dementia and their caregivers in Muskoka and Parry Sound.
But more funds are needed to meet the growing demand for life-changing support, including counseling, day programs for people living with
dementia and respite for caregivers.
The Alzheimer Society of Muskoka and IG Wealth Management challenge you to move your way and to fundraise in honour of the people living with dementia and those that care for them in Muskoka and Parry Sound.
Starting in May, you can complete your challenge in any way that you choose – in one day, in one week, or over the whole month!
This challenge is for everyone, so make sure to get your friends and family involved and move your way by walking, cycling, swimming, canoeing, running, doing yoga, baking or however you choose!
“We all know someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Join the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s and raise money to provide life-changing programs and services for families in Muskoka and Parry Sound.” says Karen Quemby, Executive Director, at the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka.
By joining the Muskoka IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s, you make a positive difference in the lives of people living with dementia and their families.
Get involved:
– Sign up individually, with your family, or create a team at WalkForAlzheimers.ca
– Take a photo or video, upload it to social media and include the hashtag #IGWalkForAlz.
– Join a live broadcast on the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka’s Facebook page on Sunday, May 30 at 10:30 am, where they’ll share stories from walk participants and celebrate together.
– Most of all, have fun raising money for a fantastic cause!
Chris Etherington, Julie Bissonette, and Steve Lavigne are your local Muskoka IG Advisors. They know all too well the impact that Alzheimer’s and dementia can have on a family, not only personally but through the people we work with.
“Alzheimer’s is emotionally challenging but can also have a financial impact that can put a severe strain on families. We are here to help.” says Chris Etherington. “We are proud supporters of the largest fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Society. In 2020 the walk raised more than $5 million dollars across Canada! We are looking forward to walking in 2021.”
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Quick Facts
- Seven out of 10 Canadians know someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another
dementia.* - Women over the age of 65 represent 65% of all Canadians living with dementia.
- For every person with dementia, there is a small army of family and friends providing
care. - Dementia is an expensive disease. Canadians spend more than $10.4 billion per year to
care for family members living with dementia. This number is set to soar to $16.6 billion
in less than 12 years. - Globally, the cost of Alzheimer’s and other dementia care and treatment are the
equivalent to the GDP of the world’s 18th largest economy. - Costs of caring for Canadians with dementia are approximately five-and-a-half times
greater than for those with other illnesses. Home care and long-term care are the
largest contributors to direct costs.
About IG Wealth Management
Founded in 1926, IG Wealth Management is a national leader in delivering personalized financial solutions to Canadians through a network of Consultants located across Canada. In addition to an exclusive family of mutual funds and other investments, IG offers a wide range of other financial services. IG Wealth Management has nearly $107 billion in assets under management as of March 31 2021 and is a member of the IGM Financial Inc. (TSX: IGM) group of companies. IGM Financial is one of Canada’s premier financial services companies with approximately $248 billion in total assets under management as of March 31, 2021.About the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka
The Alzheimer Society of Muskoka is a non-profit society that provides supportive counseling, education, programming, and resources to help improve the lives of those and their care partners impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias in Muskoka and Parry Sound. We also
deliver specialized training and professional development for frontline healthcare providers, as well as public education and awareness events to increase accessibility to dementia information
