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Mono’s Big Day raised $3,000 for local Alzheimer Society

February 10, 2016   ·   0 Comments

Dementia is a general term that relates to a variety of brain disorders and Alzheimer’s is its most common form. In 2011, 747,000 Canadians were living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Alzheimer’s and other dementias affect more people than just those who are diagnosed with it.

On February 1, the planning committee of Mono’s Big Day Out (MBDO) presented $3000 of the day’s proceeds to the Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County to assist with its education and support services.

The Alzheimer Society is the leading not-for-profit organization in Canada. Established in 1999, the local branch has become one of 34 in Canada. This organization is working to improve the quality of life for people who are or have been affected by Alzheimer’s and other related dementias.

“The funds will go a long way in helping us to serve the community and the people impacted by this disease. We would like to thank all those who participated in this great event,” said Diane Cowen, Executive Director of the Dufferin society.

Through First Link, Family Support, Educational Workshops and Caregiver Groups, the society helps people with dementia lead a fuller and more dignified life so they are not defined by their sickness. These programs provide a lifeline of support to their caregivers and fund research for a cure.

Mono’s Big Day Out is a community event that is held in September of each year at the Mono Community Center. The event is organized and run by the people, for the people and it celebrates all of the amazing aspects and attributes of living in Mono.

Families, musicians, artists, farmers, artisans, historians, talented kids and various restauranteurs all take part and contribute to showcasing everything that Mono has to offer for this special day. All proceeds that are raised at this event are donated to selected local charities and projects that benefit the town.

The donation “has been made possible by the amazing generosity of our community,” said Peter King, Chair of the MBDO planning committee.

If you’d like to make a difference in 2016, Mono’s Big Day Out is looking for new members and everybody is welcome. If you are interested in meeting some friendly neighbours and participating in this great community event, contact monosbigdayout@gmail .com by February 16 to be able to attend the group’s meeting on February 23.

For more information on Mono’s Big Day Out or on Alzheimer’s and related dementias, call MBDO’s Jennifer Payne at 519-925-1851; ASDC’s Executive Director Diane Cowen at 519-941-1221 (email dianecowen@alzheimerdufferin.org), or go to www.alzheimer.ca/dufferincounty for more information on Alzheimer’s disease.

By Victoria Botelho

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