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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are you doing this?
We are climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro as part of a special fundraising project of the Alzheimer Society of B.C.  This Society is a fantastic organization that helps people who have Alzheimer Disease (and other dementias) - as well as providing great support for their caregivers.

Alzheimer Disease has affected our lives, and we'd like to do our part to help the Alzheimer Society help others...

Here is more information on why we are doing this...

How much money do you need to raise?
In order to join the climb team, we pledged to raise a minimum of $10,000 for the Alzheimer Society of B.C., but seeing the challenge this disease causes so many, we are aiming much higher, doing whatever we can to reach an outstanding amount of $100,000.00!

Over the past 10 years, Ascent for  Alzheimer's has raised over 1.6 million with the assistance 124 participants!!

So if I provide you with a donation, where will my money go?
ALL THE MONEY you donate goes directly to the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

The Alzheimer Society of B.C.'s mission is "to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer Disease and related dementias, to promote public awareness and to search for the causes and the cures".

All the money you donate will be dedicated to fulfilling this mandate for the people of British Columbia.

As climb team members, we are paying our own expenses. Airfare and Land Expenses will cost over $6,500 CDN- which we are paying for  ourselves. This cost does not include our personal equipment, meals while in towns, etc. Of course, we will also be taking time off from work

Is this an 'official' fundraising initiative?
Yes. The Ascent for Alzheimer's project is an 'official' project of the Alzheimer Society of B.C. The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is a leading funder of Alzheimer research and research training in Canada.

By donating to our Ascent for Alzheimer's, you are eligible for a full charitable tax receipt for donations over $15.00. Donations $500+ also receive a special letter from the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

The Charitable Registration BN is: 11878 4891 RR0001

Can you provide me with a link to the Alzheimer Society website where it talks about the 'Ascent for Alzheimer'?
Certainly. Visit Ascent for Alzheimer or visit the Alzheimer Society of B.C. home page.

How long will it take to do the climb?
It will take five (5) days to climb up Mt. Kilimanjaro, and two (2) days to climb back down.

Will I be able to hear how your climb is going?
Yes. When our climb begins (September 2007), we will update "Follow the Journey" page on this site detailing how our climb is going. This journal will be updated frequently throughout our climb via satellite transmission direct from Mt. Kilimanjaro! Please visit the climb journal often to see how we are doing.

Can you provide me with some information regarding Alzheimer Disease?
Certainly. The following information was provided to us by the Alzheimer Society of B.C. To get much more information regarding this disease, please visit their website.

  • Alzheimer Disease is not a normal part of aging, but a progressive, debilitating, and ultimately, fatal illness.
  • There is no known cure for Alzheimer Disease.
  • Every day over 50,000 British Columbians and 364,000 Canadians face the challenges of living with Alzheimer Disease and related dementias. These numbers are expected to double by 2030.
  • At this rate, we can all expect to be personally touched in some way by this devastating disease.
  • Alzheimer Disease does not discriminate! It affects men and women from all walks of life and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Although Alzheimer Disease is diagnosed primarily in people 65 years of age or older, it can also affect people in their 30's, 40's, and 50's.
  • Every person who has dementia will be cared for by at least one other person - a spouse, child, grandchild, sibling, friend, or health professional.
  • Witnessing the progression of this dreadful disease and the deterioration of a loved one, no matter what their age, is devastating for family members, friends, and caregivers.

Do you have any information on Mt. Kilimanjaro?
Here is an excellent website on Mt. Kilimanjaro: Crown of Africa

From the Crown of Africa website, click on the 'Unlocking the Secrets of Mt. Kilimanjaro' bar to enter the main site.

This website will provide you with great information on Mt. Kilimanjaro, as well as provide a good glimpse of what can be expected on my climb!

To view this website, you will need Macromedia Flash installed on your computer. If you do not have Flash, you can download it here.

I would like to support your 'Ascent'.  How can I help?
Thank you for your support. Your help is greatly appreciated. You can help us by doing two (2) things:

Please donate money to help us raise the $100,000 for the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Here is  how to contribute. 

Please do come to one of our fundraising events , held in both Calgary and Vancouver. 

Please do contact us with any other questions that you may have.