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.

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/dementia/images/a2z/checklist13.pdf

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.

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/dementia/strategies/

 

Source: Info Long-Term Care

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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

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

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

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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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