This workshop provides an overview of the relationship between dementia and epilepsy, as well as the various types of seizures. It will focus on how to notice signs of a seizure and what to do if a seizure occurs. This workshop is a collaboration between the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and NeuroBridge, a University of Toronto medical student club dedicated to bridging neuroscience education and community engagement.
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This presentation will review the genetics of Alzheimer’s disease and Frontotemporal dementia.
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This presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal, reversible causes for these changes, and a general understanding of dementia. It also will cover the different types of dementia, progression, and knowledge of dementia symptoms and their impact on the person living with dementia. |
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Explore the concept of ambiguous loss, develop coping strategies and gain understanding of feelings of grief when caring for a person with dementia.
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Enhance your knowledge of Developmental Disabilities (DD) and Dementia.
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This session will cover strategies to support persons living with dementia and their family or care partner(s). This webinar looks to address the challenges that come with the adjustment to moving to Long Term Care, to reflect on the importance of validating feelings, and learn strategies that support communication with the family members of people living with dementia. |
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This interactive presentation discusses the risk factors of dementia and how healthy lifestyle changes can help improve and maintain the health of the brain. |
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This workshop will provide care partners with an overview of Alzheimer’s disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease.
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Losing someone who had dementia can be a unique and complex experience for those who cared for them. This presentation will explore these issues, identify various approaches to grief, and suggest ways for care partners to cope with loss.
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Too often, clients shared that they wish they had learned what they would learn later in their journey but much earlier, expressing how key insight on the dementia experience would have improved their overall dementia journey.
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“What’s First?” – A Workshop for People Diagnosed with Dementia or Experiencing Changes in Cognition
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“What’s First?” – A Workshop for People Diagnosed with Dementia or Experiencing Changes in Cognition
Too often, clients shared that they wish they had learned what they would learn later in their journey but much earlier, expressing how key insight on the dementia experience would have improved their overall dementia journey.
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U-First!® for Care Partners is a new education program for family and friends who are providing direct support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment.
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This workshop will provide care partners, members of the general public, and professionals with an overview of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. |
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Goals of this presentation include understanding the risk factors associated with developing dementia, recognizing how lifestyle plays a role in your risk of developing dementia, and taking action to support brain health. |
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Goals of this presentation include understanding the risk factors associated with developing dementia, recognizing how lifestyle plays a role in your risk of developing dementia, and taking action to support brain health.
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Explore the unique challenges of celebrating holidays and special occasions. Gain practical planning tips, including strategies to promote meaningful communication with person with dementia. |
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UHN Caregiver Talks: An overview of the Genetics of Dementia – What to think about when thinking about testing.
