Regional programming - Yukon

Explore the most recent online programs and services in the Yukon.

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Below, you'll find information about our online programs and support services available to people in the Yukon who are living with dementia or caring for someone who is.

To register call our toll-free number First Link® Yukon Dementia Helpline at 1-888-852-2579.
The First Link® Yukon Dementia Helpline is available from Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. We only offer service in English at this time. For email inquiries, please contact us at: info.yukondhl@alzheimerbc.org

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: Research connects: Lecanemab: Understanding its role as a disease-modifying therapy | Join Dr. Heather Cooke from our Research & Knowledge Mobilization team as she provides an overview of lecanemab, one of the disease-modifying therapies for early Alzheimer’s disease currently under review by Health Canada. Learn what it is, how it works and the health system adaptations required should it be approved for use in Canada. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, April 2 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
 
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Webinar: Understanding and adapting to communication changes along the dementia journey A person’s ability to communicate will change over the course of the dementia journey. Learn how different types of dementia affect communication and discuss strategies for adapting to and coping with these changes. For caregivers.
Wednesday, April 9 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. 
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Workshop: Working with the care team in long-term care | Caring for someone in long-term care brings a change in role for caregivers as the support team expands. Learn how to adjust your caregiving role and work effectively with the care team to ensure the person receives the care they need and you also feel supported. For caregivers.
Tuesday, April 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
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Webinar: Understanding behaviour changes | Explore various changes in behaviours caused by dementia and learn practical strategies for responding in supportive ways. For caregivers.
Wednesday, April 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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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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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.