The County of Wetaskiwin in Alberta is hosting a free workshop on April 16, 2026, to help local families understand and manage dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The session will run from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Wetaskiwin Agricultural Society, with an option for people to join online if they cannot attend in person.
Organized by the local Family and Community Support Services program, the event aims to explain the differences between various memory-loss conditions. Experts will share practical tips to improve daily life for both the person living with the disease and those who provide their care. This initiative is part of a funding partnership between the local municipality and the Government of Alberta.
This information is becoming more important as the Alzheimer Society of Canada predicts that the number of people living with dementia in Alberta will grow by 286 per cent by the year 2050. Currently, about 45 per cent of people caring for someone with dementia report feeling significant stress, which is nearly double the rate of those caring for seniors with other health issues. These local workshops are meant to provide support for those who may feel isolated in rural areas.
Residents who want to attend can sign up by calling 780-352-3321 or by emailing fcssadmin@county10.ca. Registration is also available through the county website for anyone interested in the in-person or virtual session.
