Thank you Tannis and Good evening everyone,
I’m honoured to be here with the 100 Women Who Care Guelph chapter. Because of you, something powerful is happening in our community.
Your gift of $19,347 is not just a number. It is connection. It is dignity. It is hope for people living with dementia—and for the people who love them. I want to share a quick story.
I recently met a husband named John and his wife, Mary. Mary is living with dementia. Before joining Minds in Motion, their world had become very small. Social outings felt overwhelming. Conversations were harder. And John was carrying a lot on his own. Then they found Minds in Motion.
Each week, they come together to move, laugh, and connect with others who understand their journey. Mary lights up during the exercise and activities. And John? He told me,
“FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A LONG TIME, I DON’T FEEL ALONE.” That feeling— that relief, that joy — is what you made possible.
Because of you, more families like John and Mary can step into a safe, welcoming space where they are seen, supported, and valued. You are not just funding a program. You are restoring moments of joy. You are strengthening relationships. You are giving care partners the strength to keep going.
And that matters more than you may ever fully see.
On behalf of everyone at the Alzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington—and every family you are lifting up—thank you.
Your compassion is changing lives, one moment at a time.
If you are moved to do more I have a couple of options for you.
First, You can join our annual Walk For Alzheimers. This nation-wide event supports local front line work. All the funds raised go to ASWW’s therapeutic recreation programs like the one you just supported. The walk is at Riverside park this year. Click this link to register
Second, and maybe more important you could become a volunteer and help out at any of our therapeutic recreation programs. You can sign up to register on our Website, Click here to volunteer.
Again, thank you so much for your generous support.