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.

Webinar: Lived experience: A conversation about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) | In this panel discussion, families affected by dementia will share their personal experiences with dementia and talk about what led them to consider, or not consider, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD). Join us for a conversation about end-of-life decisions and the importance of the right to a dignified death. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, April 23 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Mapping your journey: Stages and progression of dementia | While each dementia journey is unique, there are some signposts to the stages of dementia. Learn about what to expect as the disease progresses and how you can manage changes as they happen. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, April 30 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Creating engaging activities for warm weather | Staying active and engaged can improve someone’s experience of the dementia journey. Be inspired by meaningful activities created specifically for people living with the disease during the warmer months. Learn how to adapt activities as the disease progresses and incorporate them into a daily routine for improved health and well-being. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, May 7 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Workshop: 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 adjust to their new environment. Explore visiting tips and activity ideas so you can make the most out of the visits. For caregivers.
Thursday, May 8 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Webinar: 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.
Wednesday, May 14 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Planning for dementia-friendly travel | Explore the impact of dementia on travelling as we discuss challenges, safety concerns and tips for safe travel. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, May 21 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Research connects - When dementia runs in the family: Genetic counselling, genetic testing and research updates | Join Emily Dwosh, genetic counsellor at the UBC Hospital Clinic for Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders (UBCH-CARD), as she explains the role of genetics in Alzheimer disease and other dementias, the availability and implications of genetic testing for these conditions and how genetic counsellors support individuals and families affected by dementia. The potential use of gene therapy for hereditary forms of dementia will also be explored. Emily will share insights from her extensive clinical practice at UBCH-CARD and experience as a Clinical Instructor with the UBC Department of Medical Genetics. A question-and-answer period will follow Emily's presentation.
For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, May 28 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: What is dementia? | Learn how dementia affects an individual’s brain and behaviour. General topics include different types of dementia, stages and progression and dispelling some common myths. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, June 4 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Mindfulness as a strategy for living well with dementia | There is so much about life that we can’t control. We never know how things will unfold as we move forward. Cognitive change can blow in like a harsh wind and toss us around like a ship at sea. Just as we have no control over the weather; we have no control over the unfolding of cognitive change. So how can we meet the challenges with wisdom and compassion? We can learn to adjust our sails using mindful awareness. Join Dr. Liz Drance as she guides you through mindfulness practices that can support your ship when the stormy weather of cognitive change hits! For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, June 11 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Workshop: Targeted strategies for word salad, wanting to go home and more | Dementia affects how a person conveys their thoughts and feelings; common behaviours can include mixing up words (word salad) and creating false memories without motivation (confabulation) which can lead to misunderstandings and frustrations. Learn how to address these behaviours and respond to other questions, like wanting to go home and asking about deceased relatives. For caregivers.
Tuesday, June 17 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
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Webinar: Dementia diagnosis: What’s next? | Explore how to navigate life after a dementia diagnosis alongside others who are also on the dementia journey. Discuss the disease’s impact on family, learn practical strategies to live well and access resources that are available at any stage of the disease. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, June 18 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Lived experience: The power of creative self-expression | Creative self-expression can help caregivers heal, build resilience and cope with grief and loss. In this panel discussion, caregivers will share how their personal creative outlets have helped them find solace, hope and strength on the dementia journey. For caregivers.
Wednesday, June 25 from 2 to 3:30 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:

• Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
• Fridays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

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

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.

Discover our range of online support groups and find the community that’s right for you. 

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.