This week at the Alzheimer Society.
Week of September 13, 2021
Finding Your Way Scavenger Hunt
Join the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners as we journey across Elgin County searching for clues and learning about dementia.
Virtual Caregiver Support Network – Province-Wide
This is a free monthly program that enables those caring for someone living with dementia to connect virtually and receive support. Caregivers get together to share their experiences, offer support and learn from one another.
Dementia webinar | Getting to know dementia: Responding to a diagnosis
Wiser on Wednesday's, Dementia Friendly
This initiative is a fun virtual learning workshop hosted by the Alzheimer Society of Hastings-Prince Edward. These sessions will give individuals the skills and confidence when engaging with someone living with dementia and also with their care partners
The ASRP Exchange with Dr. Matthew Parsons
Please join us for a presentation led by Dr. Matthew Parsons from Memorial University. Dr. Parsons is an ASRP Biomedical New Investigator Grant recipient and his project is titled: "Strengthening brain cells: Determining the failure of brain cell communication in Alzheimer's disease".
First Link Learning Series - The Day of Placement
The Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland & Labrador is offering the First Link Learning Series online, at no cost, to continue educating people with dementia and their families on how to live well with dementia.
First Steps for Care Partners
First Steps for Care Partners Virtual Education Series is divided into 4 sessions. Session 1: What is Dementia?, Session 2: Adapting to Brain Changes, Session 3: Planning Ahead, Session 4, Building a Circle of Support and runs every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 from September 14-October 5, 2021
Young-Onset Caregiver Support Group (diagnosed younger than 65)
Dementia 101
An event for Care Partners and Persons living with Dementia