The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

Email dhenderson@DSORC.org
Website http://www.dementiahelp.ca

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  • How To Become A Better Caregiver By Understanding the Power of the Number 3 by The Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County

    Online

    Caring for someone with dementia can create many challenges for the inexperienced caregiver.  Join seasoned caregiver and dementia advocate Ron Beleno as he discusses in this session:  How to Interpret the Challenges that Caregivers Encounter  Becoming a Conscious Calculating Caregiver  How to Harness the Power of 3 or More Choices to Get Better Results  Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-become-a-better-caregiver-by-understanding-the-power-of-the-number-3-tickets-151483580467   Our […]

  • The Supporting Dementia learning series by The Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County

    Online

    The Supporting Dementia learning series is for caregivers of persons with dementia. This learning series will provide caregivers with information about symptoms that may accompany the progression of dementia. Caregivers will have the opportunity to learn strategies for support. This learning series will provide caregivers with information, support, and an opportunity to discuss experiences and […]

  • Financial Information for Caregivers by The Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County

    Online

    This online session will touch on a variety of financial topics pertinent to those who are fulfilling a caregiver role for a family member.  The presentation is a discussion of a few medical/health tax credits, including the disability tax credit and caregivers credit. Also a brief talk about managing finances in retirement, trusts and their use, and the power of […]

  • Dementia Basics LIVE Q&A by The Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County

    Online

    WHAT IS IT?  A six-part education series that provides an overview of dementia and associated management strategies.  WHO IS IT FOR?  Recommended for friends, family, and caregivers of people living with dementia.  HOW DOES IT WORK?  The curriculum was designed by physician specialists and is informed by current research and best practice. Sessions are facilitated […]

  • Design for Dementia – Home Edition by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

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    For people living with dementia, there is no “one size fits all” home environment. But with some simple accommodations, your home can be optimized to be safer and more navigable for a person living with dementia, to help maximize wellbeing, dignity and aging in place.  Hosted by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County, Occupational […]

  • Mindfulness for Caregivers by Dementia Society Of Ottawa And Renfrew County

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    Cultivation Therapy Services is offering a weekly meditation series to support the unique needs of caregivers. These sessions will be brief (15 minutes) and include mindfulness exercises that caregivers can easily incorporate into a busy day. Participants will have an opportunity to pause, restore and recenter their energy and support overall wellbeing. Session themes: Easing […]

  • Supporting Dementia by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew

    Online

    The Supporting Dementia learning series occurs over two two-hour sessions:  Part 1 - July 22, 2021 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m  Part 2 -July 29, 2021, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.    The Supporting Dementia learning series is for caregivers of persons with dementia. This learning series will provide caregivers with information about symptoms that may […]

  • Teepa Snow Online Caregiver Support Series by Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

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    The Dementia Society is excited to offer a five-session online series designed for those who provide support to their loved ones living with dementia. The series provides an educational forum using Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care and is co-facilitated by Teepa Snow certified Coaches and Consultants. The sessions are intended to be interactive and […]

  • Considerations for Long Term Care by Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

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    This education session is co-facilitated by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County and care-coordinators from the Home and Community Care LHIN (Local Health Integration Network). The session is intended to guide caregivers through key aspects of the decision making process as they consider whether or not to move their family member in long-term […]

  • Supporting Dementia by Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

    Online

    The Supporting Dementia learning series is for caregivers of persons with dementia. This learning series will provide caregivers with information about symptoms that may accompany the progression of dementia. Caregivers will have the opportunity to learn strategies for support. This learning series will provide caregivers with information, support, and an opportunity to discuss experiences and […]

  • Dementia Basics-November/December 2021 by Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

    Online

    A six-part education series that provides an overview of dementia and associated management strategies About this event WHAT IS IT? A six-part education series that provides an overview of dementia and associated management strategies. WHO IS IT FOR? Recommended for friends, family, and caregivers of people living with dementia. HOW DOES IT WORK? The curriculum […]