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  • Communication

    Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
    Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Place: Online via Zoom

    Description:

    Dementia can affect communication in several ways, including how people express themselves and understand what is being communicated to them. This webinar will focus on communication changes that can occur with dementia and communication strategies to support people living with dementia.

    Join us as we discuss:

    • Communication basics
    • How dementia affects communication
    • Communication tips and strategies

  • Navigating Care: When is it Time to Consider Long-Term Care?

    Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026
    Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    Place: St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatic Centre, Irene Locke Room (425 Carlton St., St. Catharines)

    Description:

    When is it time:

    • To introduce services
    • To consider Long-Term Care

    How to introduce services:

    • Communication strategies
    • Preparation and what to expect

  • Meaningful Activities

    Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
    Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Place: Online (Zoom)

    Description:

    Meaningful activities are important part of our lives and can enhance our quality of life. This webinar intends to help care partners of a person living with dementia to develop, adapt, and encourage participation in meaningful activities.

    We will discuss:

    • What are meaningful activities?
    • Tips and strategies to support the person living with dementia to engage in meaningful activities
    • Practical ideas on how to spend quality time together by drawing upon the person’s strengths

  • Driving and Dementia

    Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
    Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Place: Online (Zoom)

    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

  • Dementia Friendly Communities

    Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
    Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
    Place: MacBain Community Centre, Coronation Room (7150 Montrose Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 3N3)

    Description:

    Join us on World Alzheimer’s Day as we discuss what it means to be a Dementia Friendly Community. Together we'll explore the common symptoms of dementia, dementia friendly communication/interaction strategies, and supportive environments for people living with dementia.

    Light refreshments provided

    Funded through New Horizons Grant

  • Income Support During Illness

    Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
    Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Place: Online (Zoom)

    Description:

    Guest speaker Mirium Mitchell, Citizen Services Specialist, Client and Community Services Directorate, from Service Canada, will discuss:

    • Employment Insurance (EI) Sick, Caregiving, and Compassionate Care Benefits
    • Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPP-D)
    • Canadian Dental Care Plan
    • Canada Disability Benefit
  • Are you a returning friend who has registered for an Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region program in the past (including public forums & support groups)?*

  • The Alzheimer Society Niagara Region is committed to providing the highest quality of support and services to our community. To help us understand better the population we serve, we are requesting additional demographic information. Gathering this information not only helps us tailor our programs to meet the unique needs of our community, but it also plays a crucial role in our ability to apply for and receive funding through Ontario Health and private grants, which require detailed demographic data to support our initiatives. As a healthcare custodian, we are responsible for collecting, managing, and protecting this information in compliance with all applicable privacy standards. Your participation in providing this data helps ensure that we can continue delivering effective, person-centered care to those impacted by dementia.

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