The current patchwork of homecare programs will not withstand the increasing demands Alzheimer Disease is going to put on the system in the next millennium. The federal government should put a national homecare program on the political agenda. The federal government should set national standards for homecare in Canada. Biomedical and psychosocial research is critical. Biomedical research will ultimately uncover the cause and the cure of Alzheimer Disease.
Psychosocial research improves methods for diagnosing, caregiving and delivering service.
Its impact is felt in every constituency in every part of Canada. Caring and curing is non-partisan too. The Alzheimer Society of Canada wants to create a non-partisan group of federal politicians from both the House of Commons and Senate who are dedicated to playing a leadership role in helping us as we work to improve caring and find a cure for Alzheimer Disease. As our political leaders, MPs and senators can join together with the Alzheimer Society of Canada to raise the profile and awareness of Alzheimer Disease. Members of the Ottawa Circle will receive regular updates in Ottawa and their constituency on Alzheimer Disease and the Alzheimer Society of Canada's efforts to build on success and enhance the prospects for caring and curing.