National Directory for Canadian Families

Support Groups

Provides support to persons with dementia and their family and friends Offers individual and family counselling in the individual"s home or in other desired locations Facilitates a number of support groups on a regular basis Provides individual and system-wide advocacy

Support Groups

Client service has moved virtual until further notice Calls and support groups are virtual or on the phone Education sessions available via zoomProvides support to persons with dementia and their family and friends Offers individual and family counselling in the individual"s home or in other desired locations Facilitates a number of support groups on a regular basis Provides individual and system-wide advocacy

Support Groups

Services dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias. works closely with other community resources, such as Providence Care outreach teams, the Family Health Team, Community Care for Seniors to make referrals to appropriate resources Provides information and education to persons, family members, caregivers and the general public regardin Alzheimer"s disease and other dementia"s works with neighbouring Societies in presenting public forums, a caregiver retreat and a workshop for persons living with Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias has a wide variety of brochures and information pamphlets, along with a lending library An Education and Support co-ordinator will make home and office visits to discuss a family"s challenges with dementia and help plan for future needs

Support Groups

Services dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias. works closely with other community resources, such as Providence Care outreach teams, the Family Health Team, Community Care for Seniors to make referrals to appropriate resources Provides information and education to persons, family members, caregivers and the general public regardin Alzheimer"s disease and other dementia"s works with neighbouring Societies in presenting public forums, a caregiver retreat and a workshop for persons living with Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias has a wide variety of brochures and information pamphlets, along with a lending library An Education and Support co-ordinator will make home and office visits to discuss a family"s challenges with dementia and help plan for future needs

Support Groups

Services dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias. works closely with other community resources, such as Providence Care outreach teams, the Family Health Team, Community Care for Seniors to make referrals to appropriate resources Provides information and education to persons, family members, caregivers and the general public regardin Alzheimer"s disease and other dementia"s works with neighbouring Societies in presenting public forums, a caregiver retreat and a workshop for persons living with Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias has a wide variety of brochures and information pamphlets, along with a lending library An Education and Support co-ordinator will make home and office visits to discuss a family"s challenges with dementia and help plan for future needs

Support Groups & Community Mental Health Centers

COVID19 - Supporting the most vulnerable community members impacted by dementia through regular support telephone calls and email for those who have email, face-to-face meetings including home and office visits. Reaching out to the community by initiating support calls and monitoring office telephones Monday - Friday. If emotional support is required as a result of living with or caring for someone with dementia, contact the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth at 519-271-1910 or EMAIL.Advocate and promote the development of support services, education, and research for those affected by Alzheimer"s disease or other dementia and their caregivers.Services include confidential home or office visits, family support, training classes, Bereavement Group, Caregiver Education, Caregiver one-on-one counselling, Caregiver Support, Caregiver Support Group, First Link Navigation, In-Home therapeutic recreation, Minds in Motion/Social Recreation, Person living with dementia (PLWD) support group, PLWD Education (Taking Control of our Lives and Learning the Ropes) Public Education & Awareness and presentations to assist businesses to support employees caring for a loved one.Volunteer opportunities are available in a number of areas. Fundraising activities include the annual Soup"s On in January, the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer"s in May, and World Alzheimer"s Day events in September. Memorial donations may be made at any time.

Support Groups

Monthly support groups are held in various communities: Clinton, Exeter, Goderich, Grand Bend, Listowel, Seaforth, St. Marys, Stratford, and Wingham. Information and discussion to help care partners and family to support individuals living with Alzheimer"s disease or other dementias. Additional groups are specific to care partners of a person living with dementia in long term care, and a bereavement support group for care partners who have lost a loved one in the dementia journey. Provides support services for client and care partner.

Support Groups

Information, resources, education, support and counselling to individuals affected by Alzheimer"s disease or related dementiaPrograms and services: First Link Care Navigation Adult Day Program Weekend Overnight Stay Care Program Education Support resources and resource lending library Finding Your Way and Dementia Friendly Communities Training Minds in Motion Referral Form for Physicians First Link Learning Series

Support Groups

First Link to information and support for individuals and families who are living with dementia, mild cognitive impairment or are at the greatest risk of developing dementia.Services focus on: dementia education support and counselling services health and wellness activities

Support Groups

First Link to information and support for individuals and families who are living with dementia, mild cognitive impairment or are at the greatest risk of developing dementia.Services focus on: dementia education support and counselling services health and wellness activities

Support Groups

Provides education, support and resources to persons with Alzheimer"s disease and related dementias and to their families * supports research * maintains local support groups * strives to end the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer"s disease and related dementias in the regions of Halton and Hamilton Services include: * forwarding of applications for the National "Safely Home" program for persons at risk of getting lost * resource centre, information presentations, support groups and counselling for persons with dementia, spouses, relatives, caregivers, professional groups * referral to related services including respite care, transportation, alternate housing, long-term care * diversity outreach to build links with ethnic groups in the community CARERS program: eight group sessions focused on the development of effective problem solving skills and tools which help to improve communication and manage dementia related behaviour * guidance and coaching is offered by clinical staff * for more information see here

Support Groups

First Link to information and support for individuals and families who are living with dementia, mild cognitive impairment or are at the greatest risk of developing dementia.Services focus on: dementia education support & counselling services health & wellness activities

Support Groups

Provides services for individuals with Alzheimer"s disease and other related dementias, and their families. First Link - a partnership program to provide direct referrals that link individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer"s disease or related dementias to a community of learning, services, and support as early as possible in the disease process Behavourial Supports Ontario - provides enhanced and integrated services meeting the needs of older adults with responsive behaviours Counselling - for those who have questions about dementia, are concerned they may have dementia, have been diagnosed, or are caring for someone with dementia Cognitive Assessment - can be administered in the office, with or without a referral from your primary care provider Support Groups - to share experiences and learn new coping strategies Day Program - provides a safe and stimulating environment for those affected by Alzheimer"s disease and related dementias In-Home Respite Care - a non-emergency support program that is tailored to meet individual needs in their own home Education Programs - to assist with the distribution of information to people living with dementia, formal and informal care partners, students and the general public Lending Library - available for those who are interested in learning more about Alzheimer"s disease or related dementias through books, videos and resource guides Finding Your Way - will provide a safety kit which contains tools to help ensure the safety of the individual, while allowing them to maintain their independence and dignity MedicAlert - a national program designed to help identify those who are lost and assist in a safe return home In-Home Mobility Monitor - offers a safe alternative to monitoring the person in your care when in your home Chatham Day Program36 Memory LaneMon-Sat 9:30 am-3 pmWallaceburg Day Program212 Elizabeth StTue-Fri 9:30 am-3 pm

Support Groups

COVID-19 (September 7, 2021): Visitor screening and mask required for office visits. Family support and advocacy for those with Alzheimer Disease or other related dementia aims to alleviate personal and social consequences support and counselling available as one-on-one or family groups Day Support Program provides relief for caregivers education and supports research

Support Groups

Provides information, education and support for people with Alzheimer"s disease and related dementias and their caregivers.Services include: support groups including ongoing monthly support group meetings, early stage, parental and spousal individualized and family support addressing specific issues free public lectures and information sessions throughout the year stress management strategies Making Memories drop in program Volunteer Companion program (respite) caregiver wellbeing centre includes a lending library of books, videos and publications of interest to families, professionals, students and the public volunteer training centre - use for community groups (capacity 20 people)Satellite Office in Shelburne is located at the Mel Lloyd Health Centre, 167 Centre Street