Rebecca Atkinson of the Alzheimer's Society of Manitoba joined us today to speak about January being Alzheimer's Awareness Month. In the next 25 years the percentage of Canadians with dementia is supposed to increase 187%.

There's one thing she wants people to take away from this month.

"Dementia is here, it's on the rise, and those with it, and those supporting people, need help."

For those hoping to learn more about with the Alzheimer's Society of Manitoba is all about, find details on their website: alzheimer.mb.ca