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.

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.

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 :

• 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

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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South Vancouver Adult Day Programs Annual Report 2013-2014

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

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