Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority is banning plastic bags from recycling. As of June 1, any recycle boxes/carts that contain plastic bags will NOT be picked up. Plastic bags with a recycling symbol are banned also. This ban applies to Windsor & Essex County single family homes, townhouses/condos, apartment buildings, businesses, institutions and industry.
Are you in need of support? It is normal to feel some stress and anxiety during these challenging times. Call 519-355-1380 to speak with a Community Navigator from Chatham-Kent Employment & Social Services who will help connect you with local supports and services.
In crisis? Please call Crisis Services Canada 1-833-456-4566 toll free, 24/7
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.
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:
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.
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.
If you are a parent feeling isolated or you’re looking for activity suggestions for your young children during this difficult time please know Chatham-Kent Children's Services have staff from their Developmental Services Department available to support you!
