Winter 2020 Program Guide

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First Link EducationFirst Link Learning SeriesThe First Link Learning Series (FLLS) is a progressive learning series for people living withdementia and their care partners to learn, with and from each other, strategies for living well withtheir diagnosis and/or their role as a care partner. It is designed to promote peer support andempowerment. The FLLS is offered over the course of the dementia journey (learning in time andover time as content is relevant to learners’ situations). Each series consists of a number ofmodules relevant to that stage in their lives.No fee to participate - donations appreciated.For more information or to register, please call 519-742-8518 ext. 2090.First Steps for People Living with DementiaAn introductory series for people living with dementia. Provides an opportunity to learn and sharewith others who are in the early stages of dementia.Fridays, Feb 7 to 2810 am - 12 pmAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington831 Frederick St. KitchenerFirst Steps for Care PartnersAn introductory series for care partners that focuses on understanding & supporting a person livingwith dementia. This series covers learning about dementia, adapting to changes in the brain,enhancing communication, assessing and managing risk and planning ahead.Thursdays, Mar 5 to 266 pm - 8 pmAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington69 Huron St, GuelphCare EssentialsCare Essentials is a series that covers issues commonly faced by care partners supportingsomeone with dementia. Learn strategies to enhance communication and understanding andresponding to behaviours.Tuesdays, April 7 to 286 pm - 8 pmAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington1145 Concession Rd. CambridgeCare in the Later StagesThis series looks at preparing for and making decisions related to end-of-life. Focus is on comfort,quality of life and self-care.Tuesdays, April 14 to 2810 am – 12 pmAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington831 Frederick St. Kitchener14
Groups for Care PartnersEnhancing Care (EC) for Ontario Care Partners – a programdeveloped in partnership with the Sinai Health SystemReitman Centre including Reitman Centre CARERS Programand Reitman Centre TEACH Program.This program was made possible through funding from the Ministry of Healthand Long-Term Care.Contact Claire Brown, Social Worker, at 519-742-8518 ext. 4001, to book anEC Program intake appointment to find the group that will best support you as a care partner.Online group opportunities are also available.TEACH ProgramTEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) is a 4-week program thatfocuses on common caregiving themes including:Self-careHealthcare system navigationRelationship changesFuture planning• Coach care partners in practical communication and coping skills.• Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners.Space is limited to 8 participants - intake assessment required.Wednesdays, Feb 19 – Mar 1110 am - 11:30 amWednesdays, April 8 – 2910 am - 11:30 amMondays, Mar 30, April 6, 20 and 271 pm - 2:30 pmCARERS ProgramAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington831 Frederick St. KitchenerClaire Stewart Medical Centre,525 Dublin St. Mount ForestAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington1145 Concession Rd. CambridgeCARERS (Coaching, Advocacy, Respite, Education, Relationship, Simulation) is an 8-weekprogram that focuses on the practical skills and emotional supports needed to care for peopleliving with dementia.• Teaches problem-solving techniques and a structured approach to address problems.• Coaches care partners in communication skills through the use of simulation.• Provides strategies for keeping a meaningful relationship with the person living with dementia.Space is limited to 6 participants - intake assessment required.Tuesdays, Jan 21 – Mar 106 pm - 8 pmComing in SpringTuesdays, May 5 – June 2310:20 am - 12:20 pmAlzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington69 Huron St. GuelphVictoria Street Senior Centre,150 Albert St. W. Fergus15
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