Thursday 18 December 2014
Thursday 11 December 2014
Alive Inside now on Netflix
Please note that Alive Inside: the documentary about the Music and Memory program founded by Dan Cohen, is now available for Netflix subscribers. The following is from the Alive Inside website:
ALIVE INSIDE is a joyous cinematic exploration of music’s capacity to reawaken our souls and uncover the deepest parts of our humanity. Filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett chronicles the astonishing experiences of individuals around the country who have been revitalized through the simple experience of listening to music. His camera reveals the uniquely human connection we find in music and how its healing power can triumph where prescription medication falls short.
This stirring documentary follows social worker Dan Cohen, founder of the nonprofit organization Music & Memory, as he fights against a broken healthcare system to demonstrate music’s ability to combat memory loss and restore a deep sense of self to those suffering from it. Rossato-Bennett visits family members who have witnessed the miraculous effects of personalized music on their loved ones, and offers illuminating interviews with experts including renowned neurologist and best-selling author Oliver Sacks (Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain) and musician Bobby McFerrin (“Don’t Worry, Be Happy”).
ALIVE INSIDE is a joyous cinematic exploration of music’s capacity to reawaken our souls and uncover the deepest parts of our humanity. Filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett chronicles the astonishing experiences of individuals around the country who have been revitalized through the simple experience of listening to music. His camera reveals the uniquely human connection we find in music and how its healing power can triumph where prescription medication falls short.
This stirring documentary follows social worker Dan Cohen, founder of the nonprofit organization Music & Memory, as he fights against a broken healthcare system to demonstrate music’s ability to combat memory loss and restore a deep sense of self to those suffering from it. Rossato-Bennett visits family members who have witnessed the miraculous effects of personalized music on their loved ones, and offers illuminating interviews with experts including renowned neurologist and best-selling author Oliver Sacks (Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain) and musician Bobby McFerrin (“Don’t Worry, Be Happy”).
Myth Busting: Restraints
The BP Blogger is a myth busting newsletter that provides evidence-based information on various care issues to the long-term care sector. It was created by Mary-Lou van der Horst, Seniors Health Project Consultant with the Schlegel Centre for Learning, Research and Innovation in LTC, in collaboration with Regional Geriatric Program Central, Seniors Health Knowledge Network, and RIA.
For all issues of BP Blogger, go to: bit.ly/1sjcq1Z
Monday 1 December 2014
Wednesday 26 November 2014
Chronic Pain Management Workshop
Based on the Arthritis Self-Management Program, it discusses the pain cycle and why pain should never be ignored. Participants will learn pain management techniques including physical, emotional and cognitive approaches to minimize pain. This workshop is an opportunity for participants to take an active role in reducing the impact of pain in their lives..
For more information about arthritis or to find other education programs and services available to you, please contact Joanna Li at jli@arthritis.ca or click here to view our calendar.
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Tuesday 18 November 2014
Christmas Holiday - Centre Closed
The Adult Day Programs at South Vancouver Neighbourhood House and Beulah Gardens will be closed from December 25th to January 2nd to observe Christmas and New Years. The programs will reopen on Monday January 5th, 2015.
Friday 14 November 2014
Beulah Early Close Time November 17
Early Closure Reminder
Beulah ADP will be closing at 2:00pm on Monday November 17 to accommodate a staff event.
Friday 7 November 2014
Arthritis Education Event
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: Vancouver
What are the risk factors? How do you self-manage? What treatment options are available? Other questions? Dr. Jason Kur, Rheumatologist, has the answers for you. The Arthritis Society is hosting this free presentation with information on how you can continue to lead active and productive lives.|
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Wednesday, November 26, 2014
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Time:
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7:00 –
9:00pm
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Venue:
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Italian
Cultural Centre
3075 Slocan Street, Vancouver – Room #5 | |
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Cost:
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Admission
is free, but donations gratefully accepted
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Register:
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For more information about arthritis or to find other education programs and services available to you, please contact Joanna Li at jli@arthritis.ca or click here to view our calendar.
Alzheimer Society of B.C. News
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Advocacy
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Freda's
Story: Living Alone and Finding Help on the Dementia
Journey
More seniors in British Columbia live alone than ever before.
Many do not have a close support network. The Alzheimer Society of B.C., with
help from the Notary Foundation of B.C., has developed "Freda's
Story: Living Alone and Finding Help on the Dementia Journey", a new booklet
to help people who live independently without a close support network. Read
more.
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Support
and Education
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Caregiver
Support Groups: Making a Meaningful Impact
Evaluating the impact of our education and support services is
an important step in ensuring the quality and value of what we offer families
living with dementia. In 2013-14, we conducted a province-wide evaluation of our
caregiver support program in partnership with an external consultant. A summary
report of the evaluation results is now available to download from our
website.
Tele-Workshops in November
Learn from home. Take part in the
Alzheimer Society of B.C.'s free one-hour tele-workshops. It's easy to
participate, wherever you are in the province!
Celebrating the Holidays Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 7 p.m. PST This tele-workshop looks at ways to modify transitions to make the holidays more manageable and suggests ideas to include the person with dementia in preparing for and participating in celebrations. It also offers strategies to minimize stress for both the person with dementia and the caregiver. Read more. Living Safely with Dementia Thursday, November 27, 2014, 7 p.m. PST Are you concerned about the safety of your family member—both inside and outside of the home? This tele-workshop discusses potential safety hazards and offers tips and strategies for maintaining a safe environment. Family caregivers will also learn about wandering behaviours, prevention strategies and important steps to take if the person becomes lost. Read more. |
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Research
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Read our Annual Report Together, We're Changing the Dementia
Journey to learn about the ways the Alzheimer Society of B.C.
supports research.
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Events
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Team Up
with Gordie Howe and Help Us Put Alzheimer's on Ice!
Scotiabank
Hockey for Alzheimer's is going to be a tournament to remember for
years to come! Trevor Linden is making an appearance at the Gordie Howe and Friends
Luncheon on Friday, November 14 and tickets are now available to the
public. A minimum donation of $1,000 will get you a ticket to this fabulous
event where you can rub shoulders with NHL Alumni. For more information please
contact Melanie Munroe at mmunroe@alzheimerbc.org
or purchase
your ticket today.
Get Ready, Get Set, Walk for Memories!
On Sunday, January 25, 2015, walk in your community and join
the fight against Alzheimer's disease and other dementias at the 2015 Investors Group Walk for
Memories. Register online before November 30 for a chance to win
great prizes and download the new Investors Group Walk for
Memories mobile app for easy fundraising. Register
today.
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Making
a Difference
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People
Across the Province "Do Their Thing" for Alzheimer's
The Bodger family organized the second annual Georgina Falt
Mind Games and Music Trivia Fundraiser and brought in over $4,000 for the
Society. Read
more about their event and find out how you too can "Do Your Thing" for
Alzheimer's!
2014 Ascent for Alzheimer's Team Members Return!
All six members of the team took it "Poli, poli"—"Slowly,
slowly"—up Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa, and completed their journey on
September 30, 2014. The team to date has raised over $88,000 in support of the
Alzheimer Society of B.C. Interested in joining the 2015 team? Apply
today.
MKGG Teams of Seven with One Goal: End Alzheimer's!
On September 28, 166 hikers forming 21 teams took part in our
3rd annual Mt. Kilimanjaro
Grouse Grind for Alzheimer's (MKGG) event at Grouse Mountain.
Participants were rewarded for their efforts by joining the Summit Celebration
at the peak of the mountain, which included lunch hosted by Grouse Mountain,
massages, yoga and an interactive drum circle. Want to hike with us in 2015? Register
today!
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Thursday 6 November 2014
Tuesday 4 November 2014
ADP Closed for Remembrance Day
Reminder Notice:
The Adult Day Programs at South Vancouver Neighbourhood House and Beulah Gardens will be closed on Tuesday November 11 in order to observe Remembrance Day.
Tuesday 21 October 2014
MHCC Launches First-Ever Canadian Inventory of Recovery-Oriented Resources
In
order to facilitate better knowledge sharing and help accelerate the adoption of
recovery-oriented practices, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) has
just launched a new tool on its website.
Visit the Canadian Recovery Inventory
The Canadian Recovery Inventory makes available in both English and French more than 1,000 recovery-oriented policies, programs, practices, and research articles, as well as personal accounts. It allows users to search by keyword, resource type, topic, geographic location, and language to find resources relevant to their needs and interests. This inventory will help service providers, administrators, governments, policy makers, family members, and people with lived experience, and anyone interested in the topic to learn more about recovery and how to make it a reality across Canada’s mental health system.
The concept of recovery refers to the journey of living a satisfying, hopeful, and contributing life, even with on-going limitations from mental health problems and mental illnesses. The Mental Health Strategy for Canada identifies recovery as central to improving health outcomes and quality of life for people living with mental health problems or mental illnesses and their families. Recovery oriented approaches to mental health have been championed by people with lived experience and their families for decades and is now embraced by many policy makers and providers.
Stakeholders from across the country identified the need for this inventory of recovery-oriented resources and many have already contributed to it. You can submit additional resources to the Inventory and help make sure that it is up to date and reflective of the evolving recovery landscape in Canada.
Submit a resource to the Canadian Recovery Inventory.
October 5 to 11, 2014 is Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW). Visit the MIAW website to find out more about this annual national initiative organized by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health and this year’s FACES who are sharing their stories of recovery.
Visit the Canadian Recovery Inventory
The Canadian Recovery Inventory makes available in both English and French more than 1,000 recovery-oriented policies, programs, practices, and research articles, as well as personal accounts. It allows users to search by keyword, resource type, topic, geographic location, and language to find resources relevant to their needs and interests. This inventory will help service providers, administrators, governments, policy makers, family members, and people with lived experience, and anyone interested in the topic to learn more about recovery and how to make it a reality across Canada’s mental health system.
The concept of recovery refers to the journey of living a satisfying, hopeful, and contributing life, even with on-going limitations from mental health problems and mental illnesses. The Mental Health Strategy for Canada identifies recovery as central to improving health outcomes and quality of life for people living with mental health problems or mental illnesses and their families. Recovery oriented approaches to mental health have been championed by people with lived experience and their families for decades and is now embraced by many policy makers and providers.
Stakeholders from across the country identified the need for this inventory of recovery-oriented resources and many have already contributed to it. You can submit additional resources to the Inventory and help make sure that it is up to date and reflective of the evolving recovery landscape in Canada.
Submit a resource to the Canadian Recovery Inventory.
October 5 to 11, 2014 is Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW). Visit the MIAW website to find out more about this annual national initiative organized by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health and this year’s FACES who are sharing their stories of recovery.
Friday 17 October 2014
Alzheimer Society: First Link Bulletin
The November 2014 edition of the First
Link Bulletin is now available, which outlines the programs
and workshops that the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is offering in November and
December.
If you cannot view the bulletin through the link, please visit the First Link page on our website at http://www.alzheimerbc.org/We-Can-Help/First-Link.aspx. There is a link to the bulletin on the right sidebar of the page.
If you cannot view the bulletin through the link, please visit the First Link page on our website at http://www.alzheimerbc.org/We-Can-Help/First-Link.aspx. There is a link to the bulletin on the right sidebar of the page.
Tuesday 7 October 2014
Upcoming Education Opportunities
Getting to Know
Dementia
Monday October 20, 2014 1:00 – 3:00 pm, Vancouver Resource Centre, 300-2425 Quebec Street, Vancouver
This session is only intended for people experiencing early symptoms of dementia, as well as family members or friends who are currently supporting a person with a recent dementia diagnosis.
This introductory session reviews basic information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and the impact of receiving a diagnosis. Participants will learn about the different types of support available throughout the dementia journey, including an introduction to programs and services offered by the Alzheimer Society of BC.
Transition to Life in Residential Care Facilities
2 Thursdays: October 16 & 23, 2014 6:00-9:00 pm, Vancouver General Hospital, Jim Pattison Pavilion
Family caregivers will gain information on :
Monday October 20, 2014 1:00 – 3:00 pm, Vancouver Resource Centre, 300-2425 Quebec Street, Vancouver
This session is only intended for people experiencing early symptoms of dementia, as well as family members or friends who are currently supporting a person with a recent dementia diagnosis.
This introductory session reviews basic information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and the impact of receiving a diagnosis. Participants will learn about the different types of support available throughout the dementia journey, including an introduction to programs and services offered by the Alzheimer Society of BC.
Transition to Life in Residential Care Facilities
2 Thursdays: October 16 & 23, 2014 6:00-9:00 pm, Vancouver General Hospital, Jim Pattison Pavilion
Family caregivers will gain information on :
- Decision-making and strategies for easing the transition of a family member to a care facility
- The role of the health authority and their case managers
- Assessing long-term care facilities for placement
- Working effectively with a care team
You must pre-register for all education sessions by calling 604-675-5150 or emailing info.vancouver@alzheimerbc.org.
Regular Health Monitoring for Older Adults: Clinical Evidence
From the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health, this Rapid Response Report examines the clinical evidence regarding regular health monitoring of adults over the age of 65 to reduce the frequency of hospital visits or delay admission to long-term care.
http://cadth.ca/media/pdf/htis/sep-2014/RB0729%20Regular%20Health%20Monitoring%20Final.pdf
Source: Info Long-Term Care
http://cadth.ca/media/pdf/htis/sep-2014/RB0729%20Regular%20Health%20Monitoring%20Final.pdf
Source: Info Long-Term Care
Eating: Dos and Dont's For Assisted Eating
Good practice for quality dementia care.
From the Victorian Government (Australia) Department of Health, this brief document provides useful information for assisting residents with eating.
This checklist is part of the A-Z of strategies, checklists and tools. These contain practical ideas, checklists and educational tools for particular issues. With over 40 entries, A-Z lists everything from activities to promote living with meaning and purpose, to family involvement, gardens, lighting, pain relief, spirituality, staff development, wayfinding and windows.
Source: Info Long-Term Care
Monday 6 October 2014
Monday 29 September 2014
October Calendars for South Vancouver Adult Day Program
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Wednesday 10 September 2014
Thursday 4 September 2014
September Calendars for South Vancouver Adult Day Program
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Thursday 31 July 2014
Wednesday 30 July 2014
Monday 14 July 2014
Alzheimer Society Education Events
Please note the upcoming education opportunities in the Vancouver area:
Family Caregiver Series
August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 9:30-12:30 p.m. Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
For family members who are caring for a person with dementia. Covers understanding dementia, understanding communication, understanding behaviours, planning for the future and navigating the health care system.
You must pre-register by calling 604-675-5150 or emailing info.vancouver@alzheimerbc.org
August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 9:30-12:30 p.m. Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
For family members who are caring for a person with dementia. Covers understanding dementia, understanding communication, understanding behaviours, planning for the future and navigating the health care system.
You must pre-register by calling 604-675-5150 or emailing info.vancouver@alzheimerbc.org
Dementia Dialogue – Caring from a Distance August 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
How do we care for someone from a distance or support the main caregiver? Explore challenges, feelings and strategies with other long distance caregivers.
You must pre-register by calling 604-675-5150 or emailing info.vancouver@alzheimerbc.org
How do we care for someone from a distance or support the main caregiver? Explore challenges, feelings and strategies with other long distance caregivers.
You must pre-register by calling 604-675-5150 or emailing info.vancouver@alzheimerbc.org
Heads Up: An Introduction to Brain Health
August 12 7-8:30 p.m. West End Community Centre
Healthy aging is important for everyone, and it is essential not to forget the health of your brain as well! This workshop encourages participants to actively engage in protecting and maintain their brain. Learn strategies and set goals for improving the health of your mind, body and spirit.
You must pre-register by calling the West End Community Centre at 604-257-8333
August 12 7-8:30 p.m. West End Community Centre
Healthy aging is important for everyone, and it is essential not to forget the health of your brain as well! This workshop encourages participants to actively engage in protecting and maintain their brain. Learn strategies and set goals for improving the health of your mind, body and spirit.
You must pre-register by calling the West End Community Centre at 604-257-8333
Monday 7 July 2014
Thursday 26 June 2014
Monday 9 June 2014
Free Public Lecture: Elder Abuse and Cultural Diversity
To mark World Elder Abuse Awareness
Day
The Simon Fraser University
Gerontology Research Centre
&
The International
Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse
Cordially invite you to a free public
lecture
Monday, June 16, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Room 1425, Simon Fraser University Harbour
Centre Campus
515-West Hastings Street, Vancouver,
BC V6B 5K3
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