The Alzheimer’s society of Newfoundland and Labrador is raising awareness for those affected by dementia in this province with a public event happening in St. John’s.
It’s the Alzheimer’s Society’s signature event, known as the Coffee Break and its happening at the Rocket Bakery until noon today.
The annual Alzheimer Society Coffee Break is in full swing, from Rocket Bakery, this morning. The goal of the event is to raise awareness and funds for dementia and help connect people with valuable supports and services. All are welcome! @590VOCM @Fred_Hutton pic.twitter.com/H3g1q9dkZU
— Gerri Lynn Mackey (@GerriLynnMackey) September 19, 2019
The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s within the community through providing information like where people can turn for help and support when they need it.
Executive director with the society Shirley Lucas says the event serves as a fundraiser which helps sustain programming.
There are over 9,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador who are affected by dementia and Lucas says that doesn’t include family members. She says the event has seen a fabulous turn out so far today and she calls it a great opportunity to connect with the community.
