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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. The various courses include First Steps, Care Essentials, Options for Care, and Care in the Later Stages. Call 613-962-0892 to register for an upcoming session near you.
First Steps For Care Partners and/or People Living with Dementia
This course of the First Link Learning Series provides an introduction to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This program is for care partners and/or persons living with dementia with various group formats available. Topics covered include: types of dementia, changes in the brain, coping strategies, planning for the future, managing risks and community resources.
Next sessions: March 2024
contact: lisaann.millar@alzheimerhpe.ca
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.
Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 - 1:30 - 3:30 PM
contact: Vero Ladd, veronique.ladd@alzheimerhpe.ca
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.
March 11, 18, 25 - 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
contact: Vero Ladd, veronique.ladd@alzheimerhpe.ca
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.
April 10, 17, 24 - 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
contact: Vero Ladd, veronique.ladd@alzheimerhpe.ca
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