Education Hour Programs - Online
Join us for our free online learning sessions on ZOOM! Alzheimer Society of Huron Perth Public Education Coordinators Jeanette Sears and Christy Bannerman 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!
Brain Changes: 8 A's of Dementia - June 7, Evening
Tuesday, June 7: 7- 8:00 pm - EVENING SESSION
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.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Changes: 8 A's of Dementia - June 8, Morning
Wednesday, June 8: 10 - 11:00 am - MORNING SESSION
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.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Dementia 101 - June 9
Thursday, June 9: 12 - 1:00 pm
A dementia diagnosis is live 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. If you only attend one education session, make it this one!
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email christy@alzheimerperthcounty.com or call 519-271-1910/ 1-888-797-1882.
Communication Tips - June 21, Evening
Tuesday, June 21: 7 - 8:00 pm - EVENING SESSION
Learn how communication changes due to dementia can affect day-to-day experiences – and some starting points to improve connections.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Communication Tips - June 22
Wednesday, June 22: 10 - 11:00 am - MORNING SESSION
Learn how communication changes due to dementia can affect day-to-day experiences – and some starting points to improve connections.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482/1-800-561-5012.
Medication and Research Updates - June 23
Thursday, June 23: 12 - 1:00 pm
Join Christy to learn about what is new in dementia medication and research.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email christy@alzheimerperthcounty.com or call 519-271-1910/ 1-888-797-1882.
Dementia 101 - July 5
Tuesday, July 5: 10 - 11:00 am
A dementia diagnosis is live 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. If you only attend one education session, make it this one!
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Health Academy: Nourish - July 7
Thursday, July 7: 10 - 11:00 am
Our new Brain Health Academy series takes a deeper dive into lifestyle choices to boost your brain health. “Nourish” looks at the best food options to keep our brain functioning at its best.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email jeanette@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Health 101 - July 7
Thursday, July 7: 1:30 pm.
Learn how 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!
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
What is Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)? - July 12
Tuesday, July 12: 10 - 11:00 am
Learn What MCI is and how is it different than dementia. We will also discuss resources available at the Alzheimer Society of Huron County.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email admin@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Health Academy: Replenish - July 14
Thursday, July 14: 10 - 11:00 am
Our new Brain Health Academy series takes a deeper dive into lifestyle choices to boost your brain health. “Replenish” explores sleep, rest, and mindfulness – how “stilling the mind” boosts our brain functioning.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email jeanette@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Focus on Care-Givers - July 14
Thursday, July 14: 12 - 1:00 pm
Join Christy and share your concerns: Feeling fatigued? Frustrated? Guilty? Let's talk!
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email christy@alzheimerperthcounty.com or call 519-271-1910/ 1-888-797-1882.
Brain Health Academy: Connect and Engage - July 21
Thursday, July 21: 10 - 11:00 am
Our new Brain Health Academy series takes a deeper dive into lifestyle choices to boost your brain health. “Connect and Engage” looks at the importance of social connection and a sense of discovery as key elements in brain health.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email jeanette@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.
Brain Health Academy: Move - July 28
Thursday, July 28: 10 - 11:00 am
Our new Brain Health Academy series takes a deeper dive into lifestyle choices to boost your brain health. “Move” looks at the overwhelming evidence that staying active is a key ingredient to a healthy body, and a healthy brain.
This session takes place online using Zoom and requires you to pre-register by clicking here. For more information, email jeanette@alzheimerhuron.on.ca or call 519-482-1482 / 1-800-561-5012.