Water Tower Inn to be lit blue tomorrow

The Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District and Water Tower Inn want to remember those affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias

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1 / 1 Algoma's Water Tower will be lit with blue lights starting on Sept. 21 to raise awareness of Alzheimer's Diseased and remember those who have been affected by it. Photo by Spurway Photography, provided by Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie.

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In support of World Alzheimer’s Day, the lights on the Water Tower will be turning blue on Saturday, Sept. 21.

"Thank you to Jamie Hilsinger from the Water Tower Inn and Shaylan Spurway Photography for helping to make this happen," says Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District Resource Development Coordinator Bea Fioramanti.

Sept. 21 is World Alzheimer’s Day - from the Alzheimer Society of Canada website.

There are many ways to get involved and show your support of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia this month. One small act can make a remarkable difference to the men and women who are impacted by dementia.

Top five ways you can make a difference this month:

Learn more about Alzheimer’s disease. Understanding Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is the best way to help those that are impacted. Do you know the risks, prevention, and how to best support those with the disease?
Spread the word. Talk to family and friends about dementia and build awareness in your community. You can also get involved in our advocacy efforts by becoming a Champion for Dementia. By becoming a Champion, you can help to bring positive change to the lives of Ontarians who have been impacted by dementia.
Host or Attend a Coffee Break. Coffee Break is our major nationwide annual fundraiser where friends, co-workers and customers gather in communities across Canada to raise funds for their local Alzheimer Society. Host your own event or visit a Coffee Break near you to make a donation in exchange for a cup of coffee.
Make a donation. Your donation will support vital programs that men and women with dementia depend on.
Leave a gift in your will. Consider making a lasting impact through our Legacy Giving program. A bequest is one of the easiest ways to make a legacy gift. Your current income won't be affected, and you can receive significant tax benefits. Take the first step, request our free estate planner and guide today.

About Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District - from its website:

Since 1985, the Alzheimer Society of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and advancing the search for the cause and cure.

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