February 5, 2025

The long-term effects of COVID-19 on the Alzheimer’s community

     It’s been proven that a lack of socialization can have negative effects on the brain, but the effects can be worse for those struggling with memory loss. Being forced into isolation due to COVID-19 has been extremely hard for those suffering from dementia and caretakers are noticing a fast decline in patients’ health.       Following the one year anniversary of the first COVID-19 lockdown fast, we’re … Continued

Waterloo Region remembers

BY SCOTT BLINKHORN Over one million Canadians served in the Second World War as part of the Canadian Forces, the merchant marine and other allied forces. In 2014 there were approximately 75,000 veterans remaining, according to Veterans Affairs Canada. It is a war that is quickly exiting living memory. On Oct. 29, Memory Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery hosted its 11th annual Remembrance Day ceremony. “We have over 400 veterans … Continued