About this Event
This 4-week workshop is for informal care partners supporting persons living with dementia. Across the sessions, participants will learn more about the progression of the disease and cognitive effects, changes to communication & behaviour, and how to support daily activities and meeting needs for the person and themselves as care partners. Topics
covered are:
Week 1: What to Expect (Oct 6th)
First in our four-part series, this session will provide an overview of the progression and symptoms of dementia and discuss how you can support remaining abilities for the person living with dementia.
Week 2: Communicating Effectively (Oct 13th)
Second in our four-part series, this session explores communication changes in dementia and strategies for effective communication.
Week 3: Responding to Behaviour (Oct 20th)
Third in our four-part series, this session will explore whole person care, behaviour changes and how to use problem solving solutions in your caregiving journey.
Week 4: Supporting Daily Activities (Oct 27th)
Fourth in our four-part series, this session will help care partners explore meaningful activities, ways to support daily living and will discuss local resources available.
These sessions will be hosted at: Pickeirng Public Library (1 The Esplanade Pickering, ON)
A reminder email will be sent out closer to the first session of the workshop.
For Support please contact the Community Education Team at [email protected]
Event venue & nearby stays
Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade South, Pickering, Canada
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