A recent donation to the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent is helping make it easier for the organization to meet the growing demand for its services.
The Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent (ASCK) recently received $7,500 from the Donna L’Ecuyer Foundation.
According to ASCK CEO Mary Ellen Parker, the Donna L’Ecuyer Foundation has been supporting the organization for the past 10 years. Parker added that the prevalence of dementia continues to grow locally and across the country, increasing the demand for services and programs offered by the ASCK.
“The Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent relies heavily on donations such as that received from the Donna L’Ecuyer Foundation," said Parker. "We are extremely grateful that, year after year, this foundation grant is awarded to our organization to assist us in improving and increasing our program and services. Alzheimer's disease and related dementias are on the rise as is evidenced by the increase in our referrals. We could not keep up without this support."
The Donna L’Ecuyer Foundation was set up to honour Donna L’Ecuyer, a local teacher who passed away in 2013. The foundation has provided financial support to several organizations across Chatham-Kent throughout the years.
“We all know someone who is affected by dementia and many of us need help navigating what lies ahead after the diagnosis of someone close to us," said Chris L’Ecuyer. "Through early intervention and support from the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent, we were able to navigate the health care system and learn to understand how to work with someone with dementia. Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent made an extremely difficult situation easier, and we are proud to help fund the great work of the Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent."
According to the ASCK, over 260,000 across Ontario are currently living with dementia. If you or someone you know is dealing with dementia, you can contact the ASCK at 519-352-1043 or info@alzheimerchathamkent.ca.