Education Hour
Learning from your Living Room is a new series of online learning session with a wide variety of topics. Join Alzhiemer Society Grey-Bruce Public Education Coordinator Sandra Hong on Zoom to learn about dementia. View our list of topics and dates below.
May 29, 2024: Searching for the Meaning Behind Behavior
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Our actions can have a positive or negative impact on people living with dementia. In this session we explore triggers that can create behaviours in people living with dementia. Focusing on the link between brain changes and why a person may act a certain way. Learn how to use strategies that make up for a person's losses and highlight their remaining strengths.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
June 11, 2024: The Journey of Support Starts Here
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
General information about the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce. Who we are, what we do, as well as understanding the warning signs and how to go about getting a diagnosis.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
July 11, 2024: Memory & Aging ( 4 week program-July 11, 18, 25 & Aug 1, 2024)
The Memory and Aging Program is aimed at people of retirement age or older who are interested in learning about memory changes that normally occur with age, and strategies to improve their everyday memory performance.
Time: 10:00am - 12 Noon
When:
- Jul 11, 2024 10:00 AM
- Jul 18, 2024 10:00 AM
- Jul 25, 2024 10:00 AM
- Aug 1, 2024 10:00 AM
How: Register in advance for this meeting: requires you to pre-register by clicking here
You must register by calling: Alzheimer Society Grey-Bruce 519 376 7230 or 1 800 265 9013
(A minimum number of 6 registrants are required in order to run this series. Maximum number of 20)
$20.00 to cover cost of workbook
Facilitator: Sandra Hong, Public Education Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce
July 17, 2024: Nutrition and Dementia
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Find out how changes in the brain can influence a person's eating behaviour and learn about what strategies may help
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
August 21, 2024: Validation Therapy
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn about Validation Therapy, developed by social worker Naomi Feil. Learn how using validation is possible in acknowledging a person's emotional needs and avoid lying or truth telling which can lead to emotional distress. This therapy is a method for connecting with people living with dementia and helps you learn how to acknowledge the meaning behind their behaviour.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
Sept 11, 2024: Meaningful Activities
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn about activities that are a part of your family member or friend's life and how to adapt these to support that person to continue to be involved despite the changes in ability that come with dementia.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
October 16, 2024: Memory & Aging Program ( 5 week program: Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, 2024)
The Memory and Aging Program is aimed at people of retirement age or older who are interested in learning about memory changes that normally occur with age, and strategies to improve their everyday memory performance.
Time: 10:00am - 12 Noon
When:
- Oct 16, 2024 10:00 AM
- Oct 23, 2024 10:00 AM
- Oct 30, 2024 10:00 AM
- Nov 6, 2024 10:00 AM
- Nov 13, 2024 10:00 AM
How: Register in advance for this meeting: requires you to pre-register by clicking here
You must register by calling: Alzheimer Society Grey-Bruce 519 376 7230 or 1 800 265 9013
(A minimum number of 6 registrants are required in order to run this series. Maximum number of 20)
$20.00 to cover cost of workbook
Facilitator: Sandra Hong, Public Education Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce
Oct 22, 2024: Planning Ahead
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Planning ahead is about preparing for a time when you may not be able to make decisions for yourself. You will evaluate and learn how to manage risk, and learn information about what is involved when referring to advance care planning.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
Nov 12, 2024: Long Distance Caregiving
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
If you live an hour or more away from a person who needs care, you are a long-distance caregiver. This kind of care can take many forms—from helping with money management and arranging for in-home care to providing respite care for a primary caregiver and planning for emergencies.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.
Dec 4: “Simply” Celebrating -Planning Ahead for the Holidays
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn how continuing positive relationships with family and close friends enhances self-esteem and feelings of being valued, thereby reducing possible feelings of abandonment and isolation. The holidays can in fact; provide unique opportunities to seek better communication, connection and support from family and friends.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here or contact Sandra Hong with any questions at (519) 376-7230 or shong@alzheimergreybruce.com.