The Dementia Society is here to help!
The Make a connection initiative helps people living with dementia and their caregivers socialize and enjoy meaningful interactions, both virtually and in person. You can make a new friend and treat yourself to a restful break from your daily routine. To remove technical barriers and make a virtual connection, we also offer free tablets, Amazon Echo Shows (smart display and voice command device), along with personalized technical training from Connected Canadians mentors.
Connect with a volunteer
Enjoy a regular and COVID-safe visit with a new friend. These social meetings with our multilingual volunteers can also take the pressure off family and caregivers. Connect with our volunteers in-person or virtually based on individual comfort and needs. Talk, read, listen to music, play games, watch movies or even go on walks with your new friend…the connection goes on!
Matching with a volunteer is simple. Fill in the brief questionnaire below, and our staff will connect with you shortly.
Connect with Technology and Personalized Support
To help remove barriers, The Dementia Society offers the technology and support to help you build virtual connections.
Borrow a tablet
Request an Internet-enabled tablet (iPad or Samsung device, as available) at no charge with our technology lending program! Connect with a Dementia Care Coach, family and friends or enjoy our free virtual events with your free tablet. You can also access unlimited resources online— just fill in our simple form below.
Watch the video to learn more about our free tablets and personalized tech training!
Receive a free Amazon Echo Show
We offer free Amazon Echo Show, a smart display and voice command device, to assist people living with dementia and their caregivers with their daily routine. (Supply is limited, don’t delay) .
This device encourages autonomy in people living with dementia by helping them do simple tasks using voice command — the video display only makes the work more fun! Set alarms and timers, check your calendar or news, make video calls and stream TV and music with the voice command feature. It also makes controlling other smart home devices easy.
Get Personalized Technical Training
Receive on-going personalized technology support from The Dementia Society and a Connected Canadians mentors . This free service helps you to learn and gain confidence using the latest technology and smart devices. The service is available both, online and in-person.
Check the free technical training box in the Make a Connection form and you’re ready to dive into the tech-world! You can also email Zoe Kirschner to directly book a free training session with our experts.
For questions or assistance getting started, contact Zoe Kirschner at (613) 690-2819.
