Webinars

Learn about dementia from anywhere by participating in one of our live webinars – all you need is a computer, tablet or phone!

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You can sign up for upcoming webinars below, or review our on-demand video content about a range of different topics about living with dementia. You can also subscribe to receive regular webinar updates.

The most recent webinars were: Driving with dementia on October 8 and Making activities dementia friendly on October 1.

View our videos in Punjabi and in Cantonese.

How to register

To participate, click on the webinar time that works for your schedule – you'll be provided with instructions on how to sign in. If you register at least 24 hours before a session, you'll also receive an email reminder.

**Please note that we now use ZOOM to present our webinars. For the best experience, please download Zoom app in advance of the meeting. How to connect and join a Zoom meeting.**

Upcoming webinars

Webinar I Preparing for end-of-life on the dementia journey 
Wednesday, October 15 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PT

As dementia progresses, a person living with the disease will eventually transition from advanced dementia, to end-of-life. 

In this webinar, we will compassionately explore: 

  • The physiological signs of dying 
  • Key decisions to be made 
  • Ways to discuss end-of-life wishes in advance  
  • Strategies to maintain connection throughout the end of the dementia journey

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Lived experience panel | Dementia unscripted 
Wednesday, October 22 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PT

Join us for an open, honest dialogue with people who are redefining what it means to live well with dementia and mild cognitive impairment.  

In this candid conversation, you'll hear how our panellists: 

  • Embrace life fully 
  • Navigate change with resilience 
  • Find joy even in the face of adversity 

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to ask your pressing questions and dive deep into what living well with dementia truly means.  

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Webinar I Getting your affairs in order: Health-care, legal and financial planning 
Wednesday, October 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PT

Early in the dementia journey, it can feel overwhelming to think about what lies ahead.  

In this webinar, we will discuss: 

  • Why it’s important to plan before communication and decision-making become more difficult  
  • How to begin planning early 
  • The key legal, health-care and financial decisions to address 

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Webinar I Personal planning & representation agreements 101 
Wednesday, November 5 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PT

Have you planned for support, incapacity or end-of-life needs in the past, and had plans change due to a dementia diagnosis? Or, maybe you haven’t yet made plans and are looking to start?   

Join this webinar to learn more from Nidus, a BC-based, non-profit charity with expertise in Representation Agreements, personal planning and related legislation. You’ll learn answers to questions like: 

  • What are your legal options for getting the support that you need with making decisions about health care, personal care, financial and legal matters? 
  • What can you do if you’ve made a plan in the past, but it’s no longer feasible? 

Don’t miss this chance to understand how the people you trust can have the legal authority to help you when you need it most.  

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You can also subscribe to receive regular webinar updates.
To learn more about other virtual education opportunities, click here.

For more information

If you have additional questions about our webinars and whether they're suitable for your needs, call the First Link® Dementia Helpline or email learnfromhome@alzheimerbc.org.

On-demand content

We host regular webinars on a range of topics related to living with dementia. You can access a selection of videos from previous webinars divided by theme.

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On-demand content

Dementia education

Learn about the different educational programs that we offer to help educate and empower people living with dementia and their families and friends.

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First Link® Dementia Helpline

The First Link® Dementia Helpline is for anyone affected by dementia, whether professionally or personally. Get the support you need, when you need it. Calling the Helpline has all the benefits of a referral from your health-care provider.

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