Focus on First Link^®

The right supports at the right time

After a dementia diagnosis, people often feel confused and scared. They don’t know where to get help or even that help is available. First Link® closes that gap and provides a lifeline to individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.

As a First Link® Care Navigator, Pamela Leeder works on the frontlines of dementia care. Her role is to determine her clients’ needs, create a plan of care, and connect them to the right supports. This could include assisting with navigating the health care system, sharing practical information about living with the disease, and providing referrals to counselling, support groups and other services.

“Those who connect with First Link® in the early stages of the disease often have better coping skills and are better prepared for the future,” says Pam. “Just knowing they have someone to call who will take the time to listen and answer their questions makes a significant difference.”

For more on First Link® visit alzheimer.ca/First-Link