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Leave a Legacy Month - The Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan
Our month-long Leave a Legacy Celebration continues as we recognize the work of our CAGP member organizations. Here is a message from Joanne Bracken, CEO of the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.
What’s your legacy?
At the Alzheimer Society we want to create a world without dementia through research into the cause, treatment, care strategies and a cure. Our challenge is to change the course of dementia – currently there is no cure, but there is hope. And there is progress.
What would a world without dementia mean?
A world without dementia would have meant that my grandfather would have the pleasure of knowing his grandchildren and great grandchildren. And my father-in-law wouldn’t have been robbed of his retirement years.
For me it is personal. Dementia is in my family. I have children and grandchildren. My legacy is tied to their future. I work at the Alzheimer Society because I believe that together we can change the future.
What would a world without dementia mean to you? It is a powerful question that we posed to our supporters. Below are just a handful of their thoughts…
“It would reduce incredible stress that I live with every day. For my loved one, this very clever man with an exceptional memory and knowledge would not have to suffer.”
“My husband who is only 64 would have a better, richer, and longer life. We could grow old together.”
“It would mean that I would have my beautiful wife back again.”
“My mother could enjoy her hard-earned retirement.”
“My grandkids could know how wonderful my mother truly is – she would be such a mentor.”
By doing your Will and including a legacy gift to the Alzheimer Society you can:
- Protect those you care about.
- Protect your hard-earned assets.
- Save tax (and who doesn’t want to save tax?)
- Gain peace of mind.
- Help save the world from dementia!
Your legacy gift to the Alzheimer Society could create a future that provides:
- Improved quality of life for all.
- Less fear, anxiety and worry about the future.
- Dignity and respect while living life fully engaged.
- Research for a cure.
Joanne Bracken, CEO
Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan
P.S. Do you have questions about leaving a legacy gift to the Alzheimer Society? I encourage you to reach out to our team. You can reach Kaleta Strain at 306-949-4141 or by email at kstrain@alzheimer.sk.ca.
Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, thanks for all you do!