As January wraps up, national Alzheimer’s Awareness Month concludes with a renewed focus on early detection and support in Quebec. [[3]]The Quebec Federation of Alzheimer Societies has launched a new public awareness campaign, *N’oublions personne* (Let’s Not Forget Anyone), responding to statistics revealing over 187,700 Quebecers currently live with a neurocognitive disorder-a number projected to rise significantly in the coming decades [[1]]. The campaign aims to destigmatize conversations around cognitive decline and connect individuals and families with vital resources.
More than 187,700 people in Quebec are currently living with a neurocognitive disorder, and that number is projected to exceed 360,000 by 2050, according to data released on National Alzheimer’s Awareness Day.
These figures represent individuals, families, and voices often silenced by the stigma and taboos surrounding cognitive decline. A new campaign, N’oublions personne (Let’s Not Forget Anyone), spearheaded by the Quebec Federation of Alzheimer Societies and its spokespeople Anne-Élisabeth Bossé and Éric Bruneau, aims to break down these barriers and encourage earlier diagnosis and support.
Early detection is crucial for accessing resources and improving quality of life for those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The campaign emphasizes that speaking up sooner can make a significant difference in a person’s journey with the disease.
The Quebec Federation of Alzheimer Societies is working to ensure no one faces this challenge in isolation. Free and accessible support services are available throughout Quebec, including the INFO MÉMOIRE helpline at 1-888-MEMORY (1-888-636-6473) and information available at PLUS-TÔT.CA.
“Parler plus tôt peut tout changer,” (Talking sooner can change everything) campaign materials state. This initiative underscores the importance of open conversations and proactive engagement with healthcare professionals when cognitive changes are observed. The growing prevalence of neurocognitive disorders highlights the urgent need for increased awareness, research, and support systems.
N’oublions personne. (Let’s Not Forget Anyone).
