The Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region has launched a new program for care partners of people living with Young Onset Dementia (dementia diagnosed prior to age 65). This will be a facilitated group intended to connect people who are caring for a person living with Young Onset Dementia. The intent of the program is to offer a place where care partners can access support and engage socially.

Join us Wednesday, June 3/20, 7:00 - 8:30pm.

Now online Zoom: connection details will be emailed to you once you have registered.
www.alzheimerniagara.ca/online

Join us on Thursday, May 28, 2020 - 2:30 - 4:00pm for "Maintaining a Healthy Brain" presented by Angela Cancellara, Education Coordinator for the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region & Heartland Forest. 

• Learn about normal aging and memory
• Explore ways to keep your brain healthy
• Explore community partners that can help you stay engaged

Register today!
Now online zoom
Connection details will be emailed to you once you have registered
www.alzheimerniagara.ca/online

For care partners of a family member that has had a recent admission to Long Term Care. Topics to be discussed:

• When and how to visit your loved one in Care
• Meaningful visits and communication
• Working with Long Term Care staff
• Loss & grief

To register online zoom: www.alzheimerniagara.ca/online
Connection details will be emailed to you.

If you, a friend or family could you some support during the COVID 19 crisis, the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia Lambton while closed to the public continue to support our clients by offering the following programs in modified ways:

* System Navigation

* Advocacy

*Counselling and Support

*Support Groups

*Education and Information

*Active Living Programs

*Respite

*Activity Kits 

Next Steps and Care Essentials offers an opportunity for families and friends of individuals with a diagnosis of dementia to learn more about dementia, develop caregiving strategies, and become familiar with community resources and supports. 

• Week #1: Overview of Dementia, Diagnosis & Healthy Brain Strategies
• Week #2: Communication & Environmental Strategies
• Week #3: Understanding & Managing Challenging Behaviours
• Week #4: Difficult Discussions, Role Changes & Self Care

May 19, 22, 26, & 29, 2020
1:30 - 3:30pm
Now online zoom - connection details will be emailed to you once you have registered:
www.alzheimerniagara.ca/online

What is self-care and why is it important? Providing care for someone with dementia can take a tremendous toll on the health of the caregiver. In this session we will discuss some of the ways you can preserve you own health and well-being. Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 from 10am - 11am. Visit: www.alzheimerniagara.ca/online to register - connection details will be emailed to you.