Online programming

Online education

Learn about dementia from anywhere by participating in one of our webinars or online workshops. You can attend a webinar live or watch a recording of it after the fact. Our online workshops are smaller groups with more discussion and are only available live. Learn more about our dementia education.

Coping with change, grief and loss | The dementia experience involves change, loss and uncertainty. Explore coping strategies for managing emotions and overcoming challenges, as well as ways to find meaning in daily life. For caregivers.
Thursday, July 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Considering the transition to long-term care | Learn about the options for accessing long-term care, including eligibility requirements. We will also discuss factors to consider when planning a move and provide tips for easing the transition. For caregivers.
Thursday, August 20 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
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From home to care home: Preparing and adjusting to the new environment | Making a transition into long-term care can be challenging for both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. Discuss strategies for minimizing the challenges, including how to prepare for the move and respond to common issues. For caregivers.
Thursday, September 10 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
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Enhancing your visits with a person in long-term care | Providing a sense of comfort and social support are some of the ways to help a person in long-term care to adjust to their new environment. Explore visiting tips and activity ideas so you can make the most out of the visits. For caregivers.
Thursday, September 24 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
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Coffee and Chat

We offer a social program to help you meet new people, engage in social activities and have fun. Learn more about the program.

When: Every second Thursday, 11 a.m. to noon.
For people living with early-stage dementia.

Register: Call the First Link^® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033.
 

Minds in Motion^®

Discover our fitness and social program tailored for individuals with early-stage dementia, promoting wellness and connection. Weekly online groups are free to attend. Learn more about the program.

When:

• Mondays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. (English)
• Fridays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. (English)

Register: Call the First Link^® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033 (English).

Online Support Groups

Join our virtual support groups for caregivers and connect with an online community that understands and supports you. Learn more about our support groups.

Please note: Due to the high level of interest in our support groups for people living with dementia and caregivers, we are only listing groups with space for new members. If you're interested in joining a support group not listed here, please call the First Link^® Dementia Helpline.

General support group
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC and the Yukon who are currently caring for a person living with dementia.
2nd Monday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
1st Tuesday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
2nd Friday of the month, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

General support group (Punjabi/Hindi)
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC and the Yukon who speak Punjabi or Hindi and are currently caring for a person living with dementia.
For more information, call the South Asian First Link^® Dementia Helpline at 1-833-674-5003.

General support group (Mandarin)
Open to anyone in BC who speaks Mandarin and is currently caring for a person living with dementia.
For more information, call the First Link^® Dementia Helpline at 1-833-674-5007 (Cantonese and Mandarin)

Adult children support group
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC who are caring for a parent living with dementia.
2nd Wednesday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Young onset support group
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC and the Yukon who are caring for a person living with dementia who was diagnosed before the age of 65.
For more information, please call the First Link^® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033.

Long-term care support group
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC and the Yukon who are caring for a person living with dementia in a long-term care home.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

2SLGBTQIA+ support group
Open to 2SLGBTQIA+ caregivers or caregivers of a person living with dementia who identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+ anywhere in BC and the Yukon.
1st Wednesday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Early stage support group
Open to people living with early symptoms of dementia to discuss the impact of the disease, share stories, experiences and learn from one another about how to live well with dementia.
Every other Wednesday, 10 to 11 a.m. *telephone only*

Lewy body dementia support group
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC and the Yukon who are caring for a person living with Lewy body dementia.
For more information, please call the First Link^® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033.

BvFTD support group
Open to caregivers anywhere in BC and the Yukon who are caring for someone with behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia.
4th Monday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Online Campus

Our online campus is designed to deliver engaging, accessible and relevant education to people impacted by dementia through online e-learning courses. 

An e-learning course is similar to an online workshop, where participants learn about dementia through videos, readings and interactive activities. The difference is an e-learning course can be taken anytime, anywhere you have access to an electronic device and internet connection, and at your own pace, because we understand that flexibility is important. Visit our online campus here.

For our in-person programming, click here.