Alzheimer Society Peel provides free educational meetings
on topics such as diagnosis, care, and research.
We offer an annual conference for caregivers, both family and professional, which focuses on caring for persons with Alzheimer's disease. Our Speakers Bureau provides knowledgeable volunteer and staff presenters for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Our Resource Centers are available for those interested in further information. We have an excellent collection of books, publications, and videos in many languages available for borrowing or for
study at our offices.
We produce a quarterly newsletter for our members and for health care professionals in Peel.
Scholarships are provided annually to students attending community college programs in fields connected to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.All education and outreach services are provided free of charge through both our Mississauga and Brampton offices.
Schools Program
Our Schools Program provides specially trained presenters who explain Alzheimer's disease to fourth and fifth-grade school students. This program has been well received in both public and separate schools.
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EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
Education Programs
Enhancing Care
As part of our commitment to public awareness around Alzheimer's disease and related dementias the Alzheimer Society Peel
offers public, family and caregiver group educational presentations
with the Alzheimer Society Peel Education Coordinator.
Educational presentations are available to groups on such topics as:
- Warning Signs of Alzheimer's disease and How to Get a Diagnosis
- Community Services Available
- Communication Strategies in Dementia Care
Presentations can be given to work places over a lunch hour; or community groups in the evenings.
Topics are varied, according to the needs of the group.
As an example, groups can include workplaces, seniors centres, churches, service clubs, fitness
groups and high schools.
Please call April Begg-Goodis, Education Coordinator at 905-278-3667ext. 208 for further information.
ENHANCING CARE
ARE YOU A MANAGER CONCERNED WITH:
Increasing the motivation of your staff
Measuring and improving the quality of care for your facility
Broadening your staff education, teamwork and communication
Meeting Alzheimer Canada's Guidelines for Care
Enhancing Care is a program which assists in improving the dementia specific care your
facility provides.
Guidelines for Care:
Specialized Training and Education for Caregivers
Support for Caregivers
Individualized Assessment
Individualized Care Planning
Meaningful Programs and Activities
Specialized Human Resources
Supportive Physical Design
Transportation
Decision-making: Respecting Individual Choice
Prevention of and Response to Abuse
Use of Restraints
For more information please contact Education Coordinator,
April Begg-Goodis at 905-278-3667 ext. 208
