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

Register now for a webinar on a new superfood: pulses!

Did you know a diet rich in pulses can help you manage diabetes better? 2016 is the International Year of Pulses! Join the Canadian Diabetes Association online next week for a webinar to learn about how pulse veggies, such as dry beans and lentils, can help you better manage your diabetes. When: Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 2 p.m. EST and 8 p.m. EST What: The “Pulses: A New Superfood?” webinar will feature certified diabetes educator Sarah Blunden, who will talk about the health benefits of pulses and how they can easily be integrated into anyone’s diet. Space is limited. Register for free today! The Canadian Diabetes Association hosts interactive webinars throughout the year. For more information about our upcoming and past webinars, please visit diabetes.ca/webinars. Happy Learning, Canadian Diabetes Association

South Vancouver ADP March Calendar and Newsletter

South Vancouver ADP March Calendar and Newsletter

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Walk & Talk Diabetes Program: Burnaby Neighbourhood House

Get active and explore walking together! Step into spring and join us for the Canadian Diabetes Association’s FREE eight-week Walk & Talk activity-based program focused on diabetes prevention and self-management. Each session includes: A short educational talk by a health-care professional or knowledgeable community member. Topics discussed include walking safely, healthy eating, active living, staying motivated, and setting personal goals. A 45-minute, low-impact walk around the neighbourhood in a supportive and non-competitive environment. Prizes and incentives for all participants! FREE | 55+ (Older adults/seniors) Limited spots available and registration is required. Please register through the Burnaby Neighhourhood House. Register by phone: 604-431-0400 Date: Wednesdays, March 9 to April 27, 2016 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Location: Burnaby Neighbourhood House, 4460 Beresford Street, Burnaby, BC For more information, contact: Franca Lattanzio Email: franca.lattanzio@diabetes.ca Tel: 604-732-1331, ext. 2320 Community Partner:

Beulah March Calendar and Newsletter

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Living My Culture

Reblogged from Info Long-Term Care

A new service from the Canadian Virtual Hospice, Living My Culture is a website featuring an extensive video series from the voice of Indigenous people, sharing their beliefs and perspectives on palliative care.

There are videos of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals talking about traditions, rituals, spirituality, expectations of care and a variety of other related topics.

This resource can be accessed here: http://bit.ly/1VEwbQP

The Big Listen: Share and Record Your Stories: Vancouver Public Library

Opening Our Community: A Dialogue About Dementia

DABC - Provincial Budget Announcement - PWD Changes

A notice from the Disability Alliance of B.C. about the provincial changes to the Person With Disability benefit rates and changes to the Bus Pass Program:

Community Update

September 1^st Increase to PWD benefit rates

and changes to the Bus Pass Program

Dear Community Partner,

The February 16^th 2016 provincial budget contained some significant changes for people receiving the Persons with Disabilities benefit (PWD) which will start on September 1^st 2016. Below is a description of the changes taken from communications from the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation (MSDSI):

·         People with the PWD designation will receive a $77 per month increase to their support allowance.

·         PWD recipients will no longer be able to purchase an annual bus pass for a $45 annual fee.

·         PWD recipients who want to continue receiving a subsidized bus pass through the Ministry will pay $52 per month, plus an annual $45 administration fee. The $52 will be deducted from people’s monthly cheque.

·         After September 1^st, individuals who decide they don’t want to have the $52 a month bus pass can turn it in at any time and get the $77 increase for the following months.

·         PWD clients who qualify for the Special Transportation Subsidy (STS) will longer receive an annual lump payment. They will receive the $77 a month increase: $66 of this amount will replace the STS annual lump sum payment.

·         PWD clients who have been receiving the STS annual payment will have a pro-rated amount in their April cheque. It will be pro-rated for 5 months (April - August).

·         There is no change to the BC Bus Pass Program for low-income seniors or for income assistance recipients aged 60-64. The Ministry will continue to provide a subsidized pass to eligible seniors for the annual $45 administration fee.

Rate amounts after September 2016 (single person; we have no information about couples and family rates):

$983.42          (no bus pass or Special Transportation Subsidy)

$931.42          (with bus pass)

$983.42          (includes Special Transportation Subsidy)

This information is as we understand the September 1^st 2016 changes. We will update this as we receive more information.

Disability Alliance BC (DABC) is very disappointed with these changes. This rate increase is clearly inadequate and we are concerned about the impact the elimination of the $45 annual bus pass program will have for PWD recipients.

Jane Dyson, Executive Director

Robin Loxton, Advocacy Access Program Director 

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Public Community Forum on Preventing Elderly Abuse

Video Series: Dementia and Caregiving

Reblogged from: Info Long-Term Care

The Government of Canada has recently developed and released on the Web a video series intended for seniors and family caregivers of loved ones living with dementia.

The videos include vignettes of people sharing their personal experiences of caregiving and the importance of their social connections. Common themes throughout the videos include coping with feelings of loneliness, feeling overwhelmed and maintaining balance and self-care as a caregiver.

Each video is about 4 minutes in length and is accompanied by a transcript.

This resource can be accessed by clicking here: http://bit.ly/1S0rrGU

Parkinson Society: Communication & Swallow Workshop

Communication & Swallow Workshop comes to Coquitlam This full day workshop will focus on the communication and swallowing challenges faced by people with Parkinson's (PwP). The interactive and participatory format will allow attendees to practice treatment techniques and gain insight from a registered speech-language pathologist. This workshop is open to those already experiencing communication & swallowing challenges, as well as those who wish to be proactive in their treatment. A catered lunch will be provided. Facilitator: Sherri K. Zelazny, MA RSLP Registered Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified LSVT® Practitioner Date: Friday, March 18, 2016 Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm (registration begins at 8:30am) Location: Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex | 633 Poirier Street, Coquitlam [map] Capacity 40 attendees (To ensure the best learning experience, a minimum of 25 participants will be required 7 days prior to the event date. Please be advised that if these numbers are not met, we will be unable to proceed with the workshop and all registrants will receive a full refund.) Fees: Member $40 | Member (Couple) $70 Non-Member $50 | Non-Member (Couple) $90 REGISTER NOW Registration for this event will close on Wednesday, March 9, 2016. Unable to make this event? We will be offering a number of Communication & Swallow Workshops across the province in 2016. Learn more about events nearest to you. For more information contact Caroline Wiggins at: 604.662.3240 or 1.800.668.3330 | cwiggins@parkinson.bc.ca

South Vancouver Adult Day Program February Calendar

South Vancouver Adult Day Program February Calendar