I am a Community Member
You may live near a person living with dementia, or be in a group with common interests.
Summary of what a Community Member is:
Interested in finding out more about how dementia affects a person living with dementia and what you can do to be supportive, we can help. We are happy to help you understand dementia and how to support someone in your community.
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Resources
Where can I find a list of resources to help me with care planning?
Here are four separate resource links that provide you with website addresses you may want to explore. These documents refer to Care Partner checklists. Please click here (Seeds of Hope Family Learning Series—HelpForDementia) to find the checklists associated with each stage.
Resources for Early-Stage Planning
Resources for Middle-Stage Planning
Resources for Late-Stage Planning
Resources for End-of-Life Stage Planning
What educational materials and emotional support are available?
The Alzheimer Society in your community can provide educational resources to help you learn more about the disease, referrals to help you access the practical support you need, and one-on-one and group support to help you cope with the emotional impact of the disease. Contact your local Alzheimer Society. Alternatively, try typing your question into the search bar above.
Is there anyone or anything that can give me a break in caregiving?
Ask family members and friends for their help and support. Take advantage of community programs that provide respite and relief from caregiving, practical help with meals or housework and assistance with the care of the person with Alzheimer's disease. And plan ahead for both the immediate future and the long term. These are just some of the things care partners can do to make their lives a bit easier.
Contact your local Alzheimer Society for help connecting to services such as support groups, counseling and information resources. Use the search bar above to find a Community Care Access office of Alberta Health Services close to you. They can provide information about publicly funded respite options.