Your June 2022 ASHPE Newsletter is Here!

June 2022 E-Newsletter

#OURCONNECTIONSMATTER

Now more than ever, it is so important for us to stay connected! Find out about upcoming programs and fundraisers as well as news, resources and more below.

Connect with us online!

www.alzheimer.ca/hpe

Facebook.com/AlzheimerHPE

Instagram.com/AlzheimerSocietyHPE

VIEW OR COMPLETE OUR

ONLINE REFERRAL FORM

HERE

Self referrals encouraged!

You can also access the form at www.alzheimer.ca/hpe

Upcoming Local Programs

JUNE USED BOOK SALE - THIS WEEK ONLY AT THE BAY VIEW MALL!

8:30 am - 4:30 pm each day. Daily deals - all proceeds support ASHPE

THE FIRST LINK LEARNING SERIES

The First Link Learning Series offers a comprehensive overview of dementia, coping strategies, resources and support systems. Throughout the series participants are offered the opportunity to share and connect with others embarking on the dementia journey. Contact us to be notified about upcoming sessions, or to register for a session below by E-mailing tania.kerik@alzheimerhpe.ca or call us at 613-962-0892!

First Steps for Care Partners

This course of the First Link Learning Series provides an introduction to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and is intended for the care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dementia. Topics covered include: types of dementia, changes in the brain, coping strategies, planning for the future, managing risks and community resources.

Next sessions: July 4, 11, 18, 25 10 am - 12 pm

Care Essentials

This course for family caregivers and care partners offers problem solving strategies related to communication, responsive behaviours, caregiver burnout and expected changes in mid-stage progression of the illness.

Next sessions: July 6, 13, 20, 27 1 pm - 3 pm

Options for Care

This course for family caregivers and care partners assists the participants to evaluate their current caregiving needs and explore other available care options, including in-home care, adult day programs and long-term care.

Next sessions: August 11, 28, 25 (1 PM - 3 PM)

Care in the Later Stages

This course helps family caregivers and care partners understand what to expect in the later stages of dementia. This module will also explore how participants can provide comfort to the person as well as review the experiences of grief and loss.

Next sessions: Nov 10, 17, 24 (1 PM - 3 PM)

Other Resources and Information

Throughout the month of May, our community worked together to show those living with dementia and their care partners that they do not walk this journey alone. Together, our Walkers walked and fundraised along the way, collectively raising over $77,000 across our region! Thank you for your hard work and commitment. Our Walkers helped raise crucial funds and awareness to meet the growing demand in life-changing programs and services that our community relies on. SEE YOU IN 2023!

A huge thank you to all walkers, donors, volunteers, sponsors and supporters!

A huge thank you to all volunteers who helped make "Walk Day" possible!

June is National Indigenous History Month

& June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day

We courage everyone to take the time to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, contributions, and impact the past, current, and future generations of the First Nations, Inuit, Métis peoples have and will make.

If you are in need or are looking for additional resources and fact sheets regarding dementia within the Indigenous Communities, please go tohttps://www.i-caare.ca/factsheets or visit Canada.ca/National-Indigenous-History-Month

June is Pride Month

The Alzheimer Society stands united with the LGBTQ2S+ community and continuously strives to foster an environment that is a safe space for all clients to be their true selves so they can receive the best dementia support possible.

When providing care to a person living with dementia, whether you or they self-identify as part of the LGBTQ2S+ community, or not, there are many steps you can take to ensure that you are creating a safe space. Need more information?

Call-to-Action #1: Access resources now.

URL #1: https://alzheimer.ca/on/en/help-support/lgbtq2s-dementia

June is Seniors Month

June is Seniors Month in Ontario. It’s a time when we recognize our amazing older Ontarians and the contributions they have made in communities across the province! The 2022 theme is Stay Active, Connected, and Safe:

Stay active: Get information on programs and services to help seniors stay physically and mentally healthy.
Stay connected: Find social, cultural, learning, volunteer and recreational programs to help seniors stay socially connected.
Stay safe: Get information on vaccines, community supports and protection from financial scams and fraud to help seniors stay safe.

Learn more at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/celebrating-seniors-ontario

June is Stroke Awareness Month

A stroke is the most common cause of vascular dementia. This #StokeAwarenessMonth, learn how to recognize the symptoms of a stroke so you can act quickly, make a difference in recovery and lower the risk of dementia, should a stroke ever happen to you or someone you know. Learn more about strokes and vascular dementia at https://bit.ly/as-vascular-dementia.

June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Take some time this week to think about the older folks you know, and if you have any concerns about the possibility of them being abused in any fashion, please take the responsibility of reporting your concerns to an appropriate community contact"

Read the full "Senior Scene" Belleville Intellgencer article from Shell-lee Wert, Community Care for South Hastings Executive Director here: https://www.intelligencer.ca/news/local-news/senior-scene-get-to-know-the-seniors-in-your-life

Learn more about Elder Abuse Awareness Day at:

https://eapon.ca - Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario

Sunshine Corner

This Father's Day - we encourage you to reflect, share and celebrate all things "dad". Read Ngozi's story about becoming a caregiver for her father in her 20's here:

https://alzheimer.ca/en/ngozis-story

THE MEAGHER AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN HOME DEMENTIA CARE: Stay tuned for your opportunity to nominate a PSW!

Does your Personal Support Worker go above and beyond the call of duty? We want to give Hastings’ most loved personal support worker a thank you and all you have to do is fill out the nomination form and send it to us or email the basic information. Nomination forms coming soon!

The Meagher award is given to a Personal Support Worker who has been nominated for making an extraordinary contribution in home dementia care.

This Meagher Legacy

Jean Meagher was a founding member of the Alzheimer Society of Belleville-Hastings-Quinte, working tirelessly to build support groups and resources to help families traveling the Alzheimer journey. She was inspired by her husband’s illness, seeing the need for herself and for others to learn more about the disease and to share ideas for coping with the challenges that Alzheimer’s disease brings.

The care that William received at home allowed Jean to pursue her dreams of creating an Alzheimer Society chapter, to support others living with dementia and to give herself a much-needed break. The Meagher family realized that the home care workers rarely received the recognition they deserve and wished to create a tribute to their work.

The result is an award, named after Jean and William Meagher, to be presented to a candidate who is a qualified Personal Support Worker (PSW), caring for someone with dementia in the home (not an institution) in Hastings County or Brighton. The award consists of a prize and learning resources about dementia.

NOMINATIONS AND MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!