The purpose of this report is to highlight the inspiring stories of how the CIDC projects have overcome obstacles to support their communities during COVID-19.
The Grief Support Program offers individual, family and group services. All new clients attend an appointment with a counsellor to determine which counselling services would be most helpful. Daytimes and limited evening appointments are available. All counsellors have specialized training and skills in grief and bereavement care. Services are offered in a safe, supportive and healing environment. All new clients are invited to attend an information single group session while waiting to be seen. These sessions provide information on grief and loss and provide support with bereavement experiences. Clients are able to receive support and information but not asked to participate unless they want to ask questions.
Designated Supportive Living services are provided by Alberta Health Services and are available once you or your loved one have contacted and been assessed by a Case Manager. For more information on privately run Supportive Living options, visit Alberta Health - Supportive Living Guide or speak with your healthcare team DSL care and supports are organized into 3 levels: DSL 3 - individuals require 24/7 health care aide support due to physical mobility and mild cognitive functioning issues DSL 4 - individuals require 24/7 health care aide and licensed practical nurse support due to chronic health conditions and physical mobility challenges and may also have mild to moderate cognitive function issues. DSL 4 Dementia - individuals require 24/7 health care aide and licensed practical nurse support due to severe cognitive function issues. Individuals may also have chronic health conditions and physical mobility challenges.
In this presentation, the objectives are, describe the challenges faced within long-term-care to providing supportive end-of-life care among frail residents within the last year or so of life. Present evidence-based approaches to providing supportive end-of-life care in the long-term-care setting. Discuss development and implementation of a frailty pathway within long-term care
Join us for an insightful webinar on the different roles nutrition can play in the Alzheimer's journey. In this session, we will explore the role of dietitians in providing compassionate care and expert guidance for individuals, as well as their devoted care partners. Discover the truth behind common nutrition myths and gain valuable insights into optimizing dietary choices to enhance overall well-being and quality of life. Learn how dietitians can be your trusted partners in enriching lives, empowering minds, and making a significant difference throughout your journey.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the importance of language and be provided with resources for accessing a 2SLGBTQI+ common language glossary. We will then focus on seniors and the context of historical discrimination experienced by many 2SLGBTQI+ seniors. We will examine disparities related to 2SLGBTQI+ seniors mental health and physical health, based on literature and based on the experiences of these elders. We will then apply what we've learned to 2SLGBTQI+ elders who are experiencing dementia/mild cognitive impairment, with the goal of leaving with multiple clinical pearls.
Dr. Tammy Hopper will share tips and strategies to help you as a care partner communicate more effectively with your family member living with a dementia. Tammy will share examples of what you can do in the early/middle stages when communication starts to change, and she will provide tips as the disease progresses and communication becomes more challenging. This session will be helpful for all care partners.
Join us to celebrate World Alzheimer Day!
In this presentation, Dr, Power will review everyday challenges that have been magnified by the coronavirus pandemic, both for people living with dementia and those who support them. He will outline his framework for supporting those living with dementia and offer ways in which the well-being of both those living with the diagnosis and their supportive partners can be enhanced through these difficult times. In the process, he will describe successful strategies for coping with isolation and the anxiety caused by recent world events. There will be adequate time for discussion at the end of the talk.