October 2021 E-Newsletter |
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Contact us today to learn more about our programs, services, and resources that are available to you. Call us at 1-800-361-8036 (Toll-Free)
In the interest of public safety, we continue servicing clients by phone, email, and Zoom regularly. Meetings, support groups, individual support, education, social recreation and training programs are ALL still taking place – virtually!
For up to date information on the status of in-person programming please contact our First Link Care Navigator or your Education & Support Coordinator
Please note the ASHPE Picton office is moving to it's new location October 2021
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Save the Date: Friday November 12th, 2021
Kay Stafford Caregiver Education Day
Friday November 12, 2021 - FREE Event
Zoom, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm (WITH BREAKS)
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Quote from Care Partner regarding Kay Stafford Day:
" It was particularly comforting to know that I am not alone in this situation of caring for a loved one who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. The day passed quickly and I was thankful for the written material provided that I could review at a later time."
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U-First for Care Partners Course
When: October 25th & 26th, 2021,
9:30 am - 12:30 pm each day
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U-First for Care Partners Course
When: October 25th & 26th, 2021
U-First!® for Care Partners is a new education program for family and friends who are providing direct support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment.
It is suggested you have completed Care Essentials from the First Link Learning Series before this training - contact us for more information
This 6 hour education program will help you to:
- Enhance well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes
- Reduce responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework
- Improve collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge, language and approach to care.
Who Should Attend?
U-First!® for Care Partners is for family and friends of people experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment who provide direct support for that person in an unpaid role.
What’s involved in the program?
- Interactive learning approach that has participants reflect on their experiences, engage with new content, practice using a variety of methods including case studies and plan for how they will implement what they have learned.
- Learners receive a Participant Workbook and a U-First!® Wheel to use during the program and keep as useful resources for applying their learning
- Suggested Pre-requisite: Care Essentials course and understanding of PIECES- contact us for more information
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Minds in Motion
Next Session: Thursday November 4th, 2021:
10 am - 12 pm
For persons living with dementia and their partners in care - sign up today by e-mail or call.
Join ASHPE staff Sharon Osvald on the first Thursday of the month for a Minds in Motion wellness program. Light exercises, activities, discussion and more - in a safe, open environment. E-mail Sharon.osvald@alzheimerhpe.ca
THANK YOU BELLEVILLE YMCA FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN FACILITATION
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Sharon Osvald of ASHPE presented for the Belleville Public Library for World Alzheimer's Day (Sept 21), discussing dementia and memory loss. Did you miss it or want to review?
WATCH THE RECORDING HERE:
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Alzheimer Society Programs In Ontario
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NON-IMPACT AEROBICS
THURSDAYS – October 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) online with Jennifer! Non-Impact Aerobics uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want the support of being seated throughout the class. Wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
This program is offered 2x weekly, on Tuesdays (10:00 – 11:00) and Thursdays (11:00 – 12:00). Please sign up for your days of choice.
Click here to register for Tuesdays.
Click here to register for Thursdays.
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Other Resources and Information |
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A SPECIAL OFFER EXCLUSIVE TO ASHPE CLIENTS AND CARE PARTNERS!
Leave a message with Brandy to register today!
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Seniors who identify in the LGBTQ2S+ community have experienced discrimination in different moments of their lives, as well as in the healthcare system. The homophobia they face limits their ability to be their true selves and share their identities, voice their concerns to health care practitioners, and use healthcare services.
This hesitation can lead to social isolation and loneliness in seniors that negatively effect their wellbeing and may result in depression, substance abuse, health problems, and more.
At the Alzheimer Society, we continue 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.
If you are a care partner of a person living with dementia, or you are a person living with dementia, that identifies in the LGBTQ2S+ community, there are many resources available to you such as:
If you are in need of support, please don’t hesitate to contact your local Alzheimer Society at 613-962-0892
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Dental Care For Low Income Seniors
Learn how to access free, routine dental care for eligible seniors 65 years or older, through the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. The program is designed to support low-income seniors.
Beginning August 1, 2021, eligibility thresholds for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program will be updated for: single seniors, from $19,300 to $22,200 senior couples with a combined annual income, from $32,300 to $37,100 Apply starting July 1, 2021 to be assessed under the new income thresholds.
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OAS Pension Changes for 75+
The Federal Government is increasing the OAS pension for seniors aged 75 and over as part of Budget 2021. The increase will be implemented in two stages:
- A taxable one-time payment of $500.00 in August 2021 to seniors who are 75 and over as of June 30, 2022; and
- A permanent 10% increase to the monthly OAS pension for seniors aged 75 and over, beginning in July 2022.
The purpose of the one-time payment is to meet the immediate needs of OAS pensioners aged 75 and over until the permanent increase to their pension is implemented in July 2022. No action is required by seniors, who will automatically receive the payment if they are eligible. You will find additional information that may be helpful here.
Additionally, in July 2021, the OAS benefit will automatically increase 1.3% for all seniors, bringing the maximum monthly OAS pension amount to $626.49, up from $618.45
View full notice details HERE
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Quinte Gardens Cooking Show |
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AUTUMN FAVOURITE: PUMPKIN PIE!
View the recipe for Quinte Gardens much loved Pumpkin Pie here
View the video demo from Chef Jesse by clicking the link below:
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New report suggests 75 per cent of dementia cases are undiagnosed, with 'tsunami' of new diagnoses on the horizon - CTV, Sept 20, 2021
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Community Support & Fundraising |
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NEXT BOOK SALE:
Nov. 2nd, 3rd, 4th 2021
Bay View Mall
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
*SUBJECT TO CHANGE - SUBJECT TO COVID-19 GUIDELINES
*Masks, social distancing , hand sanitizer and other covid-19 protocols will be in place
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Once registered you will :
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Be entered into the Early Bird Draw for an Epicure gift basket (for tickets purchased before Oct 27th!)
- Be entered into the exclusive “door prize” draw:
- Including a two-night stay at the Ramada by Wyndham; $300 gift card to We Thrive Wellness Centre; and a gift card for iFloat in the County!
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Be Provided with the link to watch “ASHPE Presents” at 6 pm on November 10th 2021
- Including an exclusive, special guest performance from MISS EMILY
- PLUS –Learn about what we have been up to and where we are headed for 2022 at ASHPE. We’ve missed you!
- Receive a link to access to the Unforgettable Experience Gala live streamed from Toronto from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm including:
- A chance to bid on online auction items with Layne the Auctionista!
- Performances by Sean Jones and special guests
Enhance your evening event with a charcuterie board (traditional or sweet) purchased for $25 from one of these participating local restaurants:
- Zehr’s Bakery & Deli (Bancroft)
- The Hidden Goldmine Bakery (Madoc) - sweet
- Signal Brewery (Corbyville)
- The Lark (Belleville)
- The Gables Restaurant (Brighton)
- The Grind and Vine (Trenton)
- Sarah’nDipity Eats & Treats (Bloomfield) - sweet
- The Agrarian Market (Picton)
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PLUS - EVERYONE can get involved in our Facebook Auction - "40 Items for 40 years", launching Publicly for all November 1st as part of our gala on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimerHPE
Auction Runs Nov 1 - 10, 2021, facebook.com/ALZHEIMERHPE
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A huge thank you to Favot's Foodland in Bancroft for raising over $700 in August by collecting donations at the checkout.
THANK YOU NORTH HASTINGS COMMUNITY!
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Thank you to everyone who supported us for World Alzheimer Month and World Alzheimer Day with donations & fundraisers |
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THANK YOU Friendly Manor Nursing Home in Deseronto for raising over $180 for our local programming for World Alzheimer Day! |
$310 was raised during the Arabella Retirement Living World Alzheimer Day Cruise Night on September 21st! Thank you to all who make this possible! |
Many thanks to our friends at West Gate Lodge for once again supporting World Alzheimer Month with a fundraising raising nearly $200 for our local Alzheimer Society! |
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Local businesses and community organizations received their Dementia Friendly Communities support decal this fall. Thank you to all participants! To register for Dementia Friendly Communities training for your team please contact jennifer.loner@alzheimerhpe.ca
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Downtown Belleville received their Dementia Friendly Communities on World Alzheimer Day! Thank you helping make our downtown more inclusive for all those living with dementia and memory loss. |
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IG Wealth Management was proud to receive their supporter decal for the Dementia Friendly Communities Program. IG Wealth Management is a strong support of the Alzheimer Society here in Canada! |
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The Tweed Walk For Alzheimer's will be postponed until May 2021, but that has not stopped the Kiwanis Club of Tweed from supporting ASHPE in a big way this fall. Fund Development Coordinator Sandra Barnes was honoured to receive a cheque for $1000 from the Kiwanis Club, with over $1000 in addition donated from members of the club.
THANK YOU! Watch for an article in Tweed News - coming soon!
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October is the “Month of Gratitude”, and to celebrate we have a special announcement! One of the many families that we support has made a generous donation to the Alzheimer Society Hastings Prince Edward. To extend its reach, we’re launching a special Matching Campaign for the month of November! The dollars raised will enhance the support groups we provide to ensure “You are NOT alone”, and we’ll reach out to our care partners to let them know “We CARE about you”!
The couple were inspired to donate because they “both realized through first-and second-hand experience how burned-out caregivers can get. They often feel overwhelmed and unappreciated in trying to care for a loved one with such a debilitating affliction. The person they know and love is still there in many ways, but they become a stranger too, and a caregiver can come to feel very lost in their attempts to help them. They need to know that resources are available to them to help, and both of these programs can help with that”.
If this story inspires you to show your Gratitude for the resources and supports that ASHPE offers, please contact our office at 613-962-0892. Whether you’re choosing to make a one-time donation, a monthly donation, or decide to leave a legacy, you’ll make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Thank YOU!
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... after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it is:
GIVING TUESDAY - TUES. NOV 30th, 2021
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Become a Monthly Donor. Support people living with dementia.
Support people living with dementia all year round by becoming a monthly donor.
Your monthly gift will help provide weeks, months, and years of social recreation programs like Minds in Motion®, support, and education opportunities for people living with dementia, their care partners, and their families.
Join the growing community of committed individuals and helping a family connect to supports and services by becoming a monthly donor today
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Angela Meraw
Interim Executive Director
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Maureen Corrigan
Retiring Executive Director
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Petra Lepage
First Link Care Navigator
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Sarah Krieger
Education & Support Coordinator
- Bancroft Office
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Sharon Brewster
Education & Support Coordinator
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Ben Wright
Education & Support Coordinator
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Sandra Barnes
Fund Development Coordinator
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Tania Kerik
Intake & Administrative Assistant
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Karen Partridge
Education & Support Coordinator
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Sharon Osvald
Education & Support Coordinator
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Lorraine Ross
Education & Support Coordinator
- Picton Office
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Jennifer Loner
Public Education & Dementia Friendly
Communities Coordinator
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Amelia Huffman
Marketing/Communications
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