Local programs & services in other languages

Local programs & services in other languages

Local programs and services in other languages

Local programs and services in other languages 

Caregiver Support Groups in Multiple Languages

Support groups help families and caregivers of the person diagnosed with dementia by:

  • Maintaining and increasing feelings of self-worth and control by sharing common problems.
  • Group members can experience emotional relief, develop greater self-awareness and understanding and acquire new and more positive attitudes.
  • People learn to share problems and help each other cope more effectively in a safe, caring environment.
  • Groups help people form new and meaningful relationships and make them aware of various community services. By working together, people feel less helpless.
  • Support groups provide a forum to learn and understand how to cope with and care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
  • Support groups are free.


Cantonese-Speaking Caregivers
Fourth Tuesday of the month
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Contact Arie at ayeung@alzheimer-york.com

Mandarin-Speaking Caregivers
Third Tuesday of the month
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Contact Arie at ayeung@alzheimer-york.com

Russian-Speaking Caregivers
Third Wednesday of the month
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Contact Inna at isorotskin@alzheimer-york.com

Farsi-Speaking Caregivers
Second Wednesday of the month
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Contact Sarah at ssarvari@alzheimer-york.com

Minds in Motion - for Cantonese and Mandarin speaking residents

Minds in Motion is a program for people diagnosed with early to mid-stage dementia and their care partners, offering mental and social stimulation and physical activity.

Caregiver support groups

The benefit of caregiver support groups is to connect people going through a similar life experience. Participants gain a sense of empowerment, improve coping skills and find a place where they can talk openly without judgement.

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Minds in Motion®

Minds in Motion is a program for people diagnosed with early to mid-stage dementia and their care partners, offering mental and social stimulation and physical activity.

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