Dementia 101 for Care Partners (4-Week Weekly Series)

This four-part series offers care partners of persons living with dementia an opportunity to explore an overview of the dementia journey in an interactive and supportive atmosphere. Each live session features a workbook and helpful follow-up resources to support all learning types.

Week 1: What is Dementia? (June 1st)

First in our four-part series, this session will provide an overview of symptoms, responding to a diagnosis, treatment and being a care partner.

Week 2: Adapting to Brain Changes (June 8th)

Second in our four-part series, this session explores changes in the brain, adapting to change and maximizing brain health.

Week 3: Planning Ahead (June 15th)

Third in our four-part series, we will talk about common risks people living with dementia may face and how to manage these by planning ahead. We will talk about making legal and financial plans.

Week 4: Building a Circle of Support (June 22nd)

Last in our four-part series, this session will help care partners learn how to recognize stress, manage stress and build a circle of support.

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These sessions will be hosted at: Cedarcroft Place Retirement (649 King St E Oshawa, 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]

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Host or Publisher Alzheimer Society of Durham Region