Monday, 7 March 2016

Upcoming Dementia Education in March 2016

Life in Residential Care
For caregivers with a family member in a care facility or will be in care within the next few months. Focuses on the process of adjustment after a person has moved into care. Learn about changes this transition can bring, how to enhance your visits, and strategies for working effectively with the care team.

Saturday, March 12th, 9:30-12:30 pm. Mount Pleasant Neighborhood House, 800 East Broadway (1 block East of Fraser) – Vancouver B.C.

Dementia Dialogue – Visiting: Activities to stay connected with the person with dementia
For family/friend caregivers.

How to Enhance Your Visits
•    What are some things that make visiting a challenge?
•    What makes a “good” visit?
•    What do you hope to get out of your visits with the person with dementia?

Thursday, March 31st, 2-4 p.m. Italian Cultural Centre, 3075 Slocan Street, room #5 - Vancouver B.C.

No cost but registration is required.  To register or for more information contact: 604-675-5150 or info.vancouver@alzheimerbc.org
*Space is limited, reserve your spot soon!

*Save the date: Our next Family caregiver series starts April 19th.  


Julie Cameron, First Link Support & Education Coordinator
Alzheimer Society of B.C.
300-2425 Quebec Street
Vancouver, B.C. V5T 4L6
Direct Line: 604-675-5154
www.alzheimerbc.org