Care and support - Community support and services - Education and social support services

Everyone's experience will be different when receiving a diagnosis of dementia. Some people may want to learn as much as they can about dementia right away, whereas others will want to take the learning slower. When you are ready to receive support, either educational or social, there are many services in the community that will be there for you. This is not something that you can do alone. Reach out to others who can help.

Source: The information above comes from Mobile Interprofessional Coaching Team (MICT): Focus on Seniors Mental Health. (2009). Different types of support. Kingston, Canada: MICT.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get information about dementia? Click for answer

You can get information about dementia from your local Alzheimer Society. The Alzheimer Society can provide you with information about:

  • Learning about dementia
  • Living with dementia
  • Healthy living
  • Planning for the future
  • Treatment options
  • Research opportunities
  • Community resources

This information can help you to feel more in control of the situation now and help your family to have more confidence in supporting you.

Are there educational workshops I can attend as a person with dementia? Click for answer

Your local Alzheimer Society provides educational workshops to help you learn about and address issues you may be experiencing and to plan how you will face dementia. It will be an opportunity to connect with others in a similar situation and to understand different perspectives. People with dementia and care partners can attend these sessions together. Topics may include:

  • What is dementia
  • Adapting to brain changes and brain health
  • Planning ahead
  • Building a circle of support and coping strategies
  • Community resources

Contact your local Alzheimer Society to learn more.

Are there educational workshops I can attend as a partner in care? Click for answer

Your local Alzheimer Society provides educational workshops to help you learn about dementia, address issues you may be experiencing and how you can support a person living with dementia. It will be an opportunity to connect with others in a similar situation and to understand different perspectives. People with dementia and care partners can attend these sessions together. Topics may include:

  • What is dementia
  • Adapting to brain changes and brain health
  • Planning ahead
  • Building a circle of support and coping strategies
  • Community resources

Contact your local Alzheimer Society to learn more.

Where can I get emotional support from others living with dementia? Click for answer

One of the best ways to get support regarding dementia is to connect with other people who are experiencing the same thing.

Refer to the How to meet others affected by dementia section of this website for more information.

Where can I get emotional support from other partners in care? Click for answer

One of the best ways to get support regarding dementia is to connect with other people who are experiencing the same thing.

Refer to the How to meet others affected by dementia section of this website for more information.

Helpful links and resources

Local Health Integrated Network 
Responsible for planning, integrating and funding local health care, improving access and patient experience.

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