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| April eNEWSLETTER | ||
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| Pain and dementia | ||
| People living with dementia may struggle to express pain in typical ways. The Pain Matters Guide and Pain Journal are available to help family members, friends and caregivers of people with dementia recognize the signs of pain. Download the Pain Journal and Guide today > |  |
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| Join Us at the Walk for Alzheimer's | ||
| The Walk for Alzheimer's is the Alzheimer Society's biggest, national fundraiser. This spring, join a Walk in your community. Orillia - Sunday, May 15th Barrie - Thursday, June 2nd Midland - Friday, June 10th Make Memories MatterTM > |
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| "I want to go home" | ||
| When a friend or family member says, "I want to go home," and they're already home, how should you respond? It can be as easy as starting a conversation. For answers to this question and more, see our Shifting Focus guide to understanding dementia behaviour. Access it now > |  |
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| Meet our Support Services Team | I'm Still Here | ||
| The Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County provides support to persons with dementia and their families and care partners primarily through counselling and support groups. Learn more about our amazing team of Family Support Coordinators > | I'm Still Here, A research-based drama on living with dementia will be presented by The Estelle Craig ACT 11 STUDIO on Friday, June 17 at 7 pm at St. Pauls United Church in Midland. Download the poster for more information > |
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| Self-Defense Workshop in support of the Alzheimer Society | Living safely in your community | ||
| Join us for a 2-hour instructional course geared at street-proofing and self-defense techniques on May 9 at Roberta Place in Barrie. All proceeds will be donated to the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County. Find out more > | Finding Your Way is a comprehensive resource that can help you balance the risks of living with dementia and enjoying a healthy and safe lifestyle. Read on > |
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| Online resources | ||
| About dementia Upcoming educational events 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease Living with dementia Volunteer |
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| Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County |
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Since 1985, the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County has been dedicated to providing help for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their caregivers.