Don’t Get Knocked Off Course
Based on an article by Gwen Randell-Young in The Sherwood Park-Strathcona County News, this Motion Graphic Video illustrates the unpredictability of life and the need to continue on during times … Continued
Topic: Care Partner
Family Dynamics and Caregiving
Providing care for a family member can bring out the best – and the worst – in everyone involved. People can come together to support each other, or the stress … Continued
Asking for Help
Family and friends are often uncertain about how to help. They may not fully be aware of the support that a care partner needs. When someone says, “If there is … Continued
Sources of Support
Most communities have agencies and services that can help you. Services for people living with dementia and their care partners vary across each province. You can find out what services … Continued
Learning to Balance
“Life is like a box of chocolate. You never know what you are gonna get.” Forrest Gump Everyone, at some point in their life, will face a challenge. Resilience is … Continued
Middle Stage Dementia
The middle stage of dementia is also called “moderate dementia.” In this stage, thinking and memory become more challenging as dementia progresses. People who share insight into their dementia may … Continued
Questions for Reflection
Click on the icon below to download and print a brief self-reflection activity sheet. The purpose of this tool is to help you think about what you have learned and … Continued
Questions for Reflection
Click on the icon below to download and print a brief self-reflection activity sheet. The purpose of this tool is to help you think about what you have learned and … Continued
My Personal Action Plan
Whatever your personal goal might be, an action plan can help you get to where you need to go. Completing a personal action plan can greatly enhance your motivation and … Continued
Care Partner Reflections: Into the Future
Healing can take many forms as life gradually returns to normal. You will embark on this new start in life at your own pace. Here, we have two stories from … Continued