Education Hour Programs - Online
Join us for free online learning sessions on ZOOM! Public Education Coordinators Jeanette Sears and Jessica Lawson cover the topics we are most often asked about - Dementia Basics, Brain Health, and our new LIVING WELL series! View our list of topics and dates - and register today
For more information about our education programs, contact:
Huron: Jeanette Sears or call 519-482-1482 | 1-800-561-5012
Perth: Jessica Lawson or call 519-271-1910 | 1-888-797-1882
See our upcoming Memory and Aging Programs here.
Living Well: Bereavement Education - June 2
Tuesday, June 2 1:30 pm
Our Living Well Series invites Huron & Perth community partners to share their resources and programs. Special guest Sally Brodie, Educator with Huron Hospice, will provide information on Bereavement and the Grief Process. This knowledge helps equip participants for life's changing journey. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012
Your Journey of Support - June 3
Wednesday, June 3 10:00 am
Join Jeanette Sears and Jessica Lawson from the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth to discuss resources available for people and families living with dementia in Huron and Perth counties. Find out how you can benefit from what we have to offer. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.
Communication Tips - June 9
Tuesday, June 9: 1:30 & 7:00 pm
Learn how communication changes due to dementia can affect day-to-day experiences – and some starting points to improve connections. Join us on ZOOM.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Chemistry and Happiness - June 16
Tuesday, June 16: 1:30 pm
Learn more about four key brain chemicals: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. Discover what they do, how they impact dementia, and how to boost levels for our emotional health. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012
Brain Health – June 23
Tuesday, June 23 1:30 pm
Join us to discuss ways to incorporate healthy brain choices into your everyday life - including some of the latest research on nutrition and exercise. Everyone can benefit – you are never too young or too old! Join us on Zoom. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012
Dementia Overview – July 2
Thursday, July 2 1:30 pm
A dementia diagnosis is life-changing - but you don't have to deal with it alone. We have education and resources designed for you. This session is a starting point in understanding what dementia is, what to expect, and next steps in your journey. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.
Living Well: Ontario Caregivers Organization - July 7
Tuesday, July 7 1:30 pm
Our Living Well Series invites Huron & Perth community partners to share their resources and programs. Emily Ayenew joins us from the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO). At some point, many of us care for someone we love. Whether you see yourself as a caregiver or not, the support you provide matters. This presentation highlights your important role and connects you to OCO’s free programs, services and resources. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
What is MCI? - July 9
Thursday, July 9 1:30 pm
This session answers common questions about Mild Cognitive Impairment: What is MCI? How is it different than dementia? What resources are available at the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth? Join us on Zoom. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012
Dementia and Travel – July 14
Thursday, July 14 1:30 pm
Practical tips and supportive strategies for planning safe, meaningful outings and travel experiences for people living with dementia and their care partners. Learn how to reduce stress, prepare for changes, and continue enjoying community connection and shared experiences with confidence. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
10 Common Signs of Dementia - July 16
Thursday, July 16 1:30 pm
10 Common Signs of Dementia: Should I be Worried? – Learn to identify common early signs of dementia and explore the differences between age-related memory changes. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012
Care-Partners: Dealing with the Feelings - STARTS July 22
Wednesdays, July 22 1:30 - 3:00 pm
Becoming a caregiver is a significant change, leaving little time to process. This program supports care-partners in managing the emotional aspects of their role. Take time to equip yourself for this journey with this 4-week program. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
- July 22: What is a Care-Partner?
- July 29: Care-Partner Stress
- August 5: Grief and Loss
- August 12: Guilt and Other Tough Emotions.
For more information, email Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
Types of Dementia – July 23
Thursday, July 23 1:30 pm
What is the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia? This session introduces the most common types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease, Vascular, Lewy Body, Frontal Temporal, and mixed dementia. Join us on Zoom. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
Understanding Brain Changes – July 30
Tuesday, July 30 1:30 pm
Dementia-related brain changes affect abilities, relationships, and family roles. This session explains brain stages and progression, helping families understand and adapt. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
Your Journey of Support - August 5
Wednesday, August 5 10:00 am
Join Jeanette Sears and Jessica Lawson from the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth to discuss resources available for people and families living with dementia in Huron and Perth counties. Find out how you can benefit from what we have to offer. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.
Communication Tips - August 6
Thursday, August 6 1:30 pm
Learn how communication changes due to dementia can affect day-to-day experiences – and some starting points to improve connections. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012.
Driving and Dementia – August 18
Tuesday, August 18 1:30 pm
Learn about the impact dementia can have on driving abilities, warning signs to watch for, and strategies for having supportive conversations about driving safety. This session will also explore community resources, transportation alternatives, and ways to support independence and mobility through changing needs. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Health – Sept 10
Thursday, September 10 1:30 pm
Join us to discuss ways to incorporate healthy brain choices into your everyday life - including some of the latest research on nutrition and exercise. Everyone can benefit – you are never too young or too old! Join us on Zoom. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012
Aging and the Senses – Sept 17
Thursday, September 17 1:30 pm
This session explores sensory changes that may occur with aging, reflects on what a person may experience physically as they age, and illustrates the impact of dementia on these changes. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.
World Alzheimer's Day Lunch & Learn – Sept 21
Monday, September 21 12:00 pm
Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.
For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.