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Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) is a neuro-degenerative disorder that is caused by a severe thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. Parts of the brain may be damaged as a result of this deficiency,…

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Grief Support Series

Living with grief may not always be comfortable, but it gives us an opportunity to honour the depth of our connections and the significance of what is changing in our lives.…

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Late Stage: Growing Seeds of Hope Session 1

A hope therapist will help you understand the importance of hope on your journey as a care partner. Find out how to maintain hope, the importance of self-care, and how…

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Grief Support Series

Living with grief may not always be comfortable, but it gives us an opportunity to honour the depth of our connections and the significance of what is changing in our lives.…

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Making the holiday season successful.

The holiday season can be particularly stressful for care partners and people living with dementia. Unfamiliar places, large groups of people, noise and a hectic pace can increase anxiety for…

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Emergency Preparedness with the Hon. Lisa Raitt

What you don't know could harm you. Join us as we welcome the honourable Lisa Raitt as she shares her experience with being a care partner. Learn how you can…

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Preventing Dementia in Indigenous People’s by Aging Well: Advice from older Indigenous peoples

Older Indigenous adults, people diagnosed with dementia, care partners, knowledge keepers and health care providers shared their experience for healthy brain aging. This fact sheet combines a summary of their…

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After the Move: Communicating and working with the staff

The caregiving role does not end with the move; however, it evolves and is different in some respects. It can be daunting and difficult at first - what do I…

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Grief Support Series

Living with grief may not always be comfortable, but it gives us an opportunity to honour the depth of our connections and the significance of what is changing in our lives.…

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Building Connections – 2017 Report to the Community

This past year, the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories provided more help for today and more hope for tomorrow to more individuals and families than ever before. We…

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