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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2012-08-30, Page 21THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 2012. PAGE 21. This September raise your mug inrecognition of those in HuronCounty affected by Alzheimer’sdisease. If someone you care about is living with some form of dementia show your support by getting involved in Coffee Break. All donations go to local programs and support services right here in Huron and you’ll also be contributing to the national research initiatives with hope that together we can find a cure. Anyone can take part in this do-it- yourself fundraiser by making a donation in exchange for a cup of coffee. It can be as simple as hosting a coffee party at home, in the office or a public venue, or as elaborate as organizing a coffee-thon using social media. This year’s national target goal is $1.5 million. Hosts receive a kit complete with coffee, posters, donation box and as a special thank you, new this year, a complementary tote bag. If you’re unable to host a break come on out to an established one. For a donation, get aMcDonalds coffee and muffin at thesecond annual Alzheimer HuronDrive Thru Coffee Break at Willy’s Burger Stop on Hwy. 8 from 7-10 a.m. Thursday Sept. 20. All coffee and muffins are generously provided by McDonalds, and thanks to event sponsors United Communities Credit Union and 104.9 The Beach. McDonalds in Goderich and Exeter are also hosting their own Coffee Breaks during the breakfast hours of Sept. 13. Swing by and show your support to any events you can and help to establish a local awareness that will make a big difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s and other dementias. With the numbers of Canadians affected by dementia growing each year, the need for increased funding is crucial,” says Jeannette Sears, Public Education Coordinator of Alzheimer Society of Huron County. “Access to services like counselling, day programs and educational material care can make all thedifference in the way families livewith this devastating disease.”Dementia is a major health issue in Canada; the World Health Organization called it a “ticking time bomb” in its recent report Dementia: A Public Health Priority.” Dementia affects over 500,000 Canadians today and will rise to 1.1 million by within approximately 25 years. Older Canadians are at an increased risk, after 65 the risk for dementia doubles every five years, and according to the 2011 Canada Census, 22.8 per cent of the Canadian population will be 65 and older by 2031. Dementia’s steadily increasing numbers will also have a tremendous impact on caregivers who already spend 231 million hours per year caring for someone with dementia. That number is expected to jump to 756 million hours per year by 2038. Family caregivers also experience higher levels of stress and other health-related conditions. “The need for our caregiversupport and education programs willonly continue to grow,” adds Sears. “These opportunities provide a safe environment for caregivers to learn, share and help each other. It’s not just about getting information, it’s creating friendships in a supportive environment. Our clients gain the strength and confidence they need to care for family members at home well and keep them home longer. We are encouraging our local community to get involved as much as possible in order to keep these groups going.” Coffee Break officially kicks off Sept. 20, but participants can host events throughout the month and up until the end of the year. 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