GORDIE
HOWE
A LIFE OF LEGACY
GORDIE HOWE CARES
In a career spanning twenty-six NHL seasons, Gordie Howe accomplished more than anyone could have ever imagined.
Today, through the organization in his namesake, a different legacy exists—supporting the caregivers of those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia related illness so that they are never alone on their journey.
Partnering with passionate expert consultants, and through direct engagement within the community, Gordie Howe CARES has developed a network where shared experiences help to design specialized caregiver tools and resources.
Through the development of a caregiver support application, and personalized and practical expert guidance, Gordie Howe CARES stands with caregivers in the moments when support is needed most.
This is also his story.
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OUR 2024 IMPACT REPORT
The progress Gordie Howe CARES is making within the caregiving community.
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2025 GHC PRO-AM
Our signature fundraising event. This year is stacking up to be the most successful one yet.
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A PROUD SUPPORTER
Providing Exceptional Home Care Experiences in Calgary, we strive to enhance the quality of life of those we serve.
CAREGIVING BY THE STATS
OUR MISSION
To ensure dignity, support and education are provided to caregivers of people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia related diseases so they are never alone on their journey.
Watch our short video to learn how our charity is moving caregivers from a place of fear and uncertainty to resilience and strength so they can live with, through and beyond their role as a caregiver.
It’s time to turn day one into day won.
For those providing the role of caregiver to someone affected by dementia, days can feel like they repeat themselves. The things you reminded loved ones of yesterday may be the same things you are reminding them of again today.
Through Gordie Howe CARES, caregivers can put themselves in a position to better support themselves and their loved ones. Now, days can have more wins than losses.
Gross contributions received totaled $1,800,000.00 for the 2024 year and we are hopeful that we will be able to raise more this year. The cost to raise these funds are primarily tied to our large annual fundraising event, The Gordie Howe Pro-Am which cost us $844,278.41 in 2024.
All donations are used towards one of our three core areas of focus: Research funding for the CAN-PROTECT study, ongoing education for caregivers through the Ripples of Care site and to our new Caregiver and Patient Support program; regardless of the amount received funds are used towards the 3 primary areas of support.
No direct cost are involved in the solicitation of your funds nor does the charity currently compensate any employees whose principle duties involve fundraising.
Your support directly impacts the quality of life for those living with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about how your donation is being utilized or if you'd like to become more involved in our initiatives.
Toll Free: 1-800-353-1774