Resources about Physical Activity and Dementia

For people living with dementia and care partners 

Supports for Exercise 

• Being Active at Home: Advice for starting or transitioning to at-home physical activity
• It's Time to Get Active: Physical Activity Guidelines for Dementia
• On-line physical activity programs:
  • Exercise videos that include seated options
  • Fall prevention exercises
• Alzheimer Society of Ontario: Minds in Motion Program

For exercise providers

• Later life training. Planning for I can: Exercise intake assessment for people living with dementia.
• Dementia Inclusive Choices for Exercise: Online training to support the design, content and delivery of exercise programs so that they meet the needs and preferences of persons living with dementia and their care partners.

For a full list of resources, please visit Dementia Wellness Canada.