Leeds-Grenville Programs & Services Safely Home Program Support Groups Caregiver Support Services Help Finding Community Services Resources Centre and Loaning Library Public/Professional Education Public Awareness & Information Displays Newsletters Public Awareness Campaigns Membership                                                                                                          My Creative Self:Living with Dementia Through Art Got The Tools, I'm Ready To Cook! - Men's cooking course   Safely Home Program People with Alzheimer’s disease lose the ability to recognize familiar places, to communicate or to remember their own name or address. They may leave home, become confused and get lost. In partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Canada and the RCMP, Safely Home is a program designed to help find the person who is lost and assist in their safe return home. For more information, or to register online to Safely Home click here. You may also contact us for informational brochures or a paper application. Support Groups Caregiver Support Groups: Alzheimer Disease does not only affect the person who is diagnosed but also affects their spouses, children, grandchildren, friends and neighbours. This group has been designed to help family/caregivers share their experiences, discuss creative caregiver solutions and explore new coping strategies. Early Stage Support Groups for Individuals with Dementia: This support group has been specifically designed for individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer Disease or related dementia. Support groups provide an opportunity for those with mild memory loss to meet others who are experiencing similar difficulties and exchange information in a welcoming and supportive environment. 'Just For You' Support Group: This support group has been specifically designed for individuals who have been living with Alzheimer Disease or related dementia for some time. This support group provides an opportunity to meet others who are experiencing similar difficulties and exchange information in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our support groups are offered in a variety of locations and times each month, please refer to the schedule on our Events page for more details. For more information on the support groups that we offer please contact us.  Return to Top Caregiver Support Services Support is available to assist people who prefer to talk one-on-one rather than in a group setting. One-on-one support is designed to address individual needs and concerns in a confidential and supportive environment. Please contact us to book an appointment. Help Finding Community Services We can help you find the appropriate community programs and services in order to help you through your journey with Alzheimer Disease. Resources Centre and Loaning Library Our library offers a wide variety of books, VHS tapes, DVD’s and magazines to help people learn more about Alzheimer Disease and related disorders. Those seeking more information can also take home brochures, pamphlets and fact sheets on numerous Alzheimer’s and dementia related topics from our resource centre. Return to Top Public/Professional Education Speaking engagements can be requested by businesses, schools and community groups. Our staff can design an education program to suit your interests and needs. For more information, please contact us.  Public Awareness & Information Displays Displays with information about Alzheimer Disease and related dementias can be requested by businesses, schools and community groups to exhibit at a variety of functions. Newsletters Mailed three times per year, our newsletter keeps you up-to-date on our society's activities, Alzheimer research, education and caregiver tips. Our Alzheimer Up-date - Physician's Only newsletter provides medical information and resources to all local physicians. If you are interested in receiving a newsletter please contact us.   Public Awareness Campaigns The National Alzheimer Society has recently introduced a public awareness campaign called Heads Up for Healthier Brains. The campaign focuses on health promotion and improving the brain’s ability to sustain long-term health. By maintaining a healthy lifestyle, you may be helping to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer Disease. For more information on the Heads Up for Healthier Brains Campaign please contact us. Return to Top Membership Membership strengthens our society, entitles you to voting privileges at our Annual General Meeting, a membership card and a newsletter mailed three times per year. My Creative Self: Living with Dementia Through Art Art therapy is a tool that enables individuals with dementia to express themselves while being part of a support group. Each week participants will have the opportunity to get creative with things such as; clay, paint,wood working, photo's etc. Got The Tools, I'm Ready to Cook! - Men's Cooking Course Our goal is to provide an opportunity for gentlemen who have never set foot in the kitchen to gain basic kitchen/cooking skills. Therefore, when they need to step up and help in the kitchen they will know what they are doing and can provide the best for their loved one living with dementia.  Men like to eat, but more importantly they like to provide the best for their loved one, through this course they are now more capable to do just that!  For more information on Got The Tools, I'm Ready to Cook, check out our Events page. Return to Top