Education Hour Programs - Online

Join us for free online learning sessions on ZOOM! Alzheimer Society Huron Perth Public Education Coordinators Jeanette Sears and Jessica Lawson will cover the topics we are most often asked about - Dementia Basics, Brain Health, and more. View our list of topics and dates - and register today!

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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.

Dementia Overview – April 14

Tuesday, April 14 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.

What is MCI? - April 21

Tuesday, April 21 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

Living Well Series: Hearing and Dementia - May 4

Monday, May 4 2:00 pm

Special guest Danielle Bromley, Hearing Specialist, presents how hearing loss impacts brain health and dementia risk. 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 - May 5

Tuesday, May 5 1:30 & 7:00 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 1:30 pm session
Click here to register for the 7:00 pm session

For more information, email Jeanette or Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012

Types of Dementia – May 12

Tuesday, May 12 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 1:30 pm session
Click here to register for 7:00 pm session


For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.

Brain Changes – MAY 19

Tuesday, May 19 1:30 & 7:00 pm 

This session explains common cognitive changes people with dementia experience. We will describe these changes as a shift in perception - a shift in the way many people with dementia see and navigate the world. Join us on ZOOM.

Click here to register for 1:30 pm session
Click here to register for 7:00 pm session

For more information, email Jessica or Jeanette or call 1-800-561-5012.

Research and Medication Update - May 26

Tuesday, May 26 1:30 pm

Join us for a discussion and Q&A time regarding the latest research and medication options in the dementia field. Join us on ZOOM. Click here to register.

For more information, email Jessica or call 1-800-561-5012

Living Well Series: Bereavement Education - June 2

Tuesday, June 2 1:30 pm

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

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.