Dementia Education
In-person Event

Supporting Dementia

About This Program

The workshop provides caregivers with information about dementia symptoms that may occur as the disease progresses.

Caregivers will learn strategies for supporting people with the disease. They will also be able to get information and support, discuss their experiences and express their emotions in a safe environment. The sessions are based on a positive approach and are designed to help caregivers maintain and strengthen their skills and abilities.

The following topics will be covered:

  • The progression of dementia
  • Communication and behaviour management strategies
  • Strategies for enhancing caregiver resilience.

The training consists of two sessions of two hours each.

You can also view a video of this program.

Details

Presented By

The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

Date and Time

mercredi 8 et 15 mars 2023
10h00 à 12h00

Cost

No charge

Location

South OttawaEast Ottawa

Get Directions

Village Bruyère

889 ch Hiawatha Park Rd Orleans, Ontario K1C 0A9

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Désolé, cet événement est annulé pour mars. Nous allons reprogrammer. Merci pour votre compréhension.

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