Friday, March 16, 2012
New Renfrew County Learning Series sessions
Has your family member been diagnosed with dementia? The Alzheimer Society’s new Learning Series sessions are now available in Renfrew County for family members and friends caring for a person with dementia. Each session builds upon the learning from the one before, and discusses different topics to help care partners.
All sessions are free but pre-registration is required due to limited space. For session details on “First Steps”, “Adapting to Brain Changes”, “Next Steps For Families”, and “Care Essentials” as well as information on which of the series would be best for you, contact the Alzheimer Society’s program staff in Renfrew County at 1-888-411-2067.
Upcoming Learning Series sessions:
First Steps – Three consecutive sessions in Pembroke: Tuesdays: April 17, 24 & May 1, 2012. An introduction to dementia for both the person with dementia and family caregiver to learn more about: Adapting to brain changes; Planning Ahead; and Building a Circle of Support.
Adapting to Brain Changes – Evening sessions in Arnprior on April 18 and in Renfrew on April 25. An introduction to dementia for care partners only to learn more about: Changes in the Brain; Adapting to Change, Medication Strategies; and Maximizing Brain Health.
Next Steps For Families – One full day sessions in Pembroke, Arnprior, Barry’s Bay, Renfrew, and Deep River starting in May/June. An introduction to dementia for care partners only to learn more about: Adapting to brain changes; Planning Ahead; and Building a Circle of Support.
Care Essentials – One full day sessions in Pembroke, Arnprior, Barry’s Bay, Renfrew, and Deep River in August. Participants will learn more about: What to Expect; Communicating Effectively; Responding to Behaviour Changes; and Supporting Daily Activities.
For more information on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias or the programs offered by the Alzheimer Society, visit www.alzheimer.ca/ottawa or call 1-888-411-2067 in Renfrew County.
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