South Vancouver ADP November 2017 Calendar & Newsletter

South Vancouver ADP November 2017 Calendar & Newsletter

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Recruitment for Music and Literature Study at UBC

Beulah ADP November 2017 Calendar & Newsletter

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"I don't know what to say..." As a caregiver, some of the most important conversations you’ll have with the person you care for will also be the most difficult. Join us for this brainXchange webinar where an expert panel will discuss some of the most challenging conversation topics for caregivers and suggest strategies to help. The webinar will be followed by a Q&A where you can ask your questions directly to the panel. Register now (it’s free)! "I don't know what to say..." Beginning Difficult Conversations Wednesday October 25 at 6 p.m. EDT Learn More This integrated webinar event is brought to you by the brainXchange in partnership with Parkinson Canada, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada and the Alzheimer Society.

Advance Care Planning

Alzheimer's & Dementia

October 11, 2017

High blood pressure may increase dementia risk for women Women who develop high blood pressure in their 40s may be more vulnerable to dementia later in life, a new study shows. Researchers reported that the increased risk could be as high as 73 percent. While additional research is necessary, the findings suggest that high blood pressure may play a role in brain health earlier than previously thought. Men in this study did not have a similar risk from high blood pressure in their 40s, which also deserves further investigation.

Music and art can enrich the lives of people living with Alzheimer's Music and art allow for self-expression and engagement, even after Alzheimer's or another dementia has progressed. Studies have shown music may reduce agitation and improve behavioral issues common in the middle-stages of the disease, and art can provide an opportunity for self-expression.

Proper grooming can help person living with dementia maintain self-esteem Helping a person living with dementia maintain his or her appearance can promote positive self-esteem. These tasks may become frustrating for a person living with Alzheimer's in the later stages of the disease, but planning can help simplify the process.

BC Association of Community Response Networks

Provincial Learning Event

Tuesday, October 17, 2017 - 10:30 a.m.

Engaging Patients in Health Care Improvements

The Patient Voices Network

If you have used health care in BC, and have great ideas on how the system can be improved, join us for a lively discussion of possibilities available and how you can get involved today. The Patient Voices Network is a community of patients, families and caregivers working with health care partners to improve BC’s healthcare system. By including the voice of the patient in these discussions, more informed decisions can be made, and problems resolved more effectively.

Guest Presenter Jami Brown is the Network’s Engagement Leader for Patient and Public Engagement - Fraser Valley Region. Prior to joining the Network, she led the communications and engagement strategy for the largest provider of seniors housing in British Columbia, Retirement Concepts, and spent 10 years at Fraser Health leading a multidisciplinary team focused on creating healthier communities.

To join the call dial Toll Free 1-877-353-9184 or local 604-681-0260 and use pass code 9239214#.

Everyone is welcome to join the call.  Contact info@bccrns.ca with any questions.

BeulahADP October 2017 Calendar & Newsletter

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South Vancouver ADP October 2017 Calendar & Newsletter

South Vancouver ADP October 2017 Calendar & Newsletter

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