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Revenue Canada: Tax Benefits

Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

Learn about Tax benefits that may help to support persons living with dementia, care partners, and seniors.

Learn more about:
- Disability Tax Credit
- Caregiver Tax Credit
- Medical Expenses
Driving and Dementia

Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

One of the first and toughest issues families and caregivers will face when they receive a diagnosis of dementia is the question of driving safety.

Join us for this session where we look at:
- Driving skills evaluation
- Deciding when to stop driving
- Getting support for someone who has been asked to stop driving
- Alternate transportation options in Niagara
PAC Normal Aging Vs. Not Normal Aging

Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Place: Alzheimer Society Niagara Region (403 Ontario Street, St. Catharines)

Description:

This is Part 1 of a 2-part series: Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care

This workshop helps learners understand and recognize the differences between “normal” and “not normal” aging. The learner will develop better observational skills to recognize and intervene effectively when behavioural challenges occur. Learners will also develop new skills related to approach, cueing, and the ability to connect with people affected by dementia.
PAC Hand Under Hand

Date: Thursday, February 9, 2023
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Place: Alzheimer Society Niagara Region (403 Ontario Street, St. Catharines)es)

Description:

This is Part 2 of a 2-part series: Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care

This workshop focuses on Positive Approach to Care "care partnering" techniques, including Positive Physical Approach™ (PPA) and Hand Under Hand™ (HUH). These newly learned skills enable care partners to shift from simply "dealing with the behaviors" to creating a positive and caring environment. Learners develop observational skills needed to recognize signals of “unmet needs and growing distress” in the person they care for and respond in a way that reduces anxiety and improves quality of life.
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Environment

Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

The home is an important place for everyone. For the person with dementia, a familiar environment can help them connect with the past and maintain a sense of who they are. But, some practical changes may need to be made to keep the home dementia-friendly.

Join us and learn ways to promote independence and support wellbeing.
Music and the Brain

Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

Music is powerful! For people living with dementia, music can help improve their thinking, perception, mood and behaviour. For care partners, music provides connection to loved ones and can help to decrease stress.

Together we will learn how the brain responds to music and its many benefits.
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease

Date: Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, which is a term to describe the loss of cognitive functioning. Join us as we:
- Gain a greater understanding of the process of diagnosis
- Increase your knowledge of the stages and progression of Alzheimer's disease
- Learn about community services and supports
Understanding Vascular Dementia

Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

Vascular Dementia is the second leading form of dementia, accounting for up to 20% of all cases. Join us as we discuss:
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Minimizing risk factors
- Supportive strategies for daily living
Understanding Dementia with Lewy Bodies

Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

Lewy body dementia is a type of progressive dementia that can lead to problems with thinking, movement, behaviours and mood. Join us as we discuss:
- An overview of dementia with Lewy bodies
- Common behavioural and mood changes
- Strategies care partners can use to help reduce behaviours and support their loved one
Understanding Frontotemporal Dementia

Date: Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Place: Online Zoom Meeting

Description:

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) brings progressive changes to personality, language, decision making, behavior, and movements. Join us as we discuss:
- Types of FTD
- Assessment and treatment
- Symptoms and supportive strategies
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