Granville Johnson, musician in Prince George, and Myrna Norman, dementia advocate and artist, will share their insights on managing sensory changes while living with dementia during a webinar on March 29 at 2 p.m.

Research shows that 57%of Canadians are worried about being affected by Alzheimer’s disease. 

As of 2020 there were 597,000 populaces in Canada living with dementia and in 2030 that number is predictable to increase to 955,900.

When people keep thinking about dementia, most know about its impact on a person’s remembrance or capability to communicate.

But there’s other symptoms like changed movement and changes to hearing that must also be considered as part of the dementia procedure.

During the seminar people will hear how Johnson and Norman manage their sensory changes as they continue to live with dementia. The pair will mention how they live a positive life while coping with changes.

“Taking the time to observe someone’s capabilities can help us better know the support they need,” Lori Kelly, provincial coordinator, program operations at the Alzheimer Society of BC, said “If you notice somebody having difficulty maintaining their balance due to changes in walk, for example, one temporary solution could be hiking poles, which might be more suitable than a cane or walker.”

Steady check-ups and thinking imaginatively about using helps and equipment can ease some bodily challenges.