Alzheimer’s disease and dementia cases are on the rise in Manitoba.

Education Manager for the Society, Jennifer Licardo, shares the latest numbers about how many Manitobans are affected.

“Currently there are over 18,400 Manitobans that do have Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. This number is growing rapidly and by 2050, it is expected to reach over 39,000.”

Licardo said that 62 per cent of Manitobans know someone such as a close friend or family member who is suffering from these conditions.

Their upcoming Care 4 You conference focuses on the caregiver, with the theme being “Building a Community of Empowered Care Partners.”

It will offer information on the progression of the disease, changes to expect, care-giving strategies, legal matters and more.

The conference takes place October 28th in Winnipeg at the Canad inn Destination Centre Polo Park.  Registration is $50.

Catch Thompson Today this afternoon at 12:40 and 5:10 for more on the conference and the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.