Education Hour Programs - Online

Your Journey of Support Starts Here - Jan 7

Wednesday, January 7 10:00 am
Join Jeanette Sears and Jessica Lawson from the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth to discuss resources available for people and families living with dementia in Huron and Perth counties. Find out how you can benefit from what we have to offer. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.

For more information, email Jeanette  or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.

Dementia Overview – JAN 19

Monday, January 19 1:30 & 7:00 pm

A dementia diagnosis is life changing - but you don't have to deal with it alone. We have education and resources designed for you. This session is a starting point in understanding what dementia is, what to expect, and next steps in your journey. If you only attend one education session, make it this one! Join us on ZOOM. 

Click here to register for the 1:30 pm session
Click here to register for the 7:00 pm session

For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.

Care-Partners:Dealing with the Feelings - STARTS JAN 20

Tuesdays January 20 - February 10, 1:30 - 3 pm

Becoming a caregiver is a significant change, leaving little time to process. As a follow-up to Dementia Basics, this program supports care-partners in managing the emotional aspects of their new role. Take time to equip yourself for this journey with this 4-week program. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.

• January 20: What is a Care-Partner?
• January 27: Care-Partner Stress
• ​​​​February 3: Grief and Loss
• ​​​February 10: Guilt and other Tough Emotions. 

For more information, email Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.

What is MCI? - JAN 26

Monday, January 26 1:30 & 7:00 pm

This session answers common questions about Mild Cognitive Impairment: What is MCI? How is it different than dementia?  What resources are available at the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth? Join us on Zoom.

Click here to register for the 1:30 pm session.
Click here to register for the 7:00 pm session

For more information, email Jeanette  or call 1-800-561-5012

AWARENESS MONTH SPECIAL

Talk with the Doc: Top Five Geriatric Papers

Wednesday, January 28, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Local Geriatrician Dr. Alexandrea Peel is with us again! This year’s topic, Top Five Geriatric Research Papers, will discuss hot topics from the research world. New medication and treatments? Sign up and find out. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.

For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012

10 Common Signs of Dementia - FEB 2

Monday, February 2 1:30 & 7:00 pm

10 Common Signs of Dementia: Should I be Worried?  – Learn to identify common early signs of dementia and explore the differences between age-related memory changes. Join us on ZOOM.

Click here to register for 1:30 pm session
Click here to register for the 7:00 pm session

For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012

Memory and Aging Program Online - Starts FEB 4

Wednesdays, February 4, 11 & 18 1:30 - 3:30

This 3-week version of our popular Memory and Aging program discusses what memory is, how it changes with age, and when to be concerned. Brain healthy lifestyle choices and practical memory strategies are reviewed and practiced. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register. $25 Workbook fee.

For more information, email Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.

Types of Dementia – FEB 9

Monday, February 9 1:30 & 7:00 pm

What is the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia? This session introduces the most common types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease, Vascular, Lewy Body, Frontal Temporal, and mixed dementia. Join us on Zoom.

Click here to register for 1:30 pm session
Click here to register for 7:00 pm session

For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.