Find Support in Muskoka

Online Drop-ins for caregivers & persons living with dementia

• Fridays, 11:00 am - noon

To register please call 705-645-5621

Caregiver support groups

Support groups connect family and friends caring for a person with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia, to education and information on coping strategies in a safe place, where they can also share challenges and successes.

Online support group meetings are held each Thursday from 1:30-3:00 PM.
To register please call 705-645-5621

Minds in Motion

Watch a short video about Minds in Motion.

Dates and locations vary with each session. For more information or to register contact the Minds in Motion Coordinator at mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca or call 705-645-5621.

Are you anxious to get outside and socialize with others? Join our in-person, OUTDOOR Minds in Motion program. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays in Humphrey, Huntsville and Bracebridge.

Humphrey - 10:30 am - 12:00 noon
July 27th, Aug 17, Sept 7th 

Huntsville - 10:30 am - 12:00 noon
Aug 3rd, Aug 24th and Sept 14th 

Bracebridge - 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm 
July 20th, Aug 10th and Aug 31st

To register contact Lynda at mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca

Congregate dining program (Company of Good Cheer)

*This program is temporarily suspended due to COVID.

Company of Good Cheer is for caregivers, people with dementia, family friends and neighbours to come together once a month for dinner, support, understanding and lots of good humour. These are offered once a month in Gravenhurst, Bracebridge and Huntsville.

Individual support

To help you navigate through the changes, whether you are a person with dementia, a family member, or caregiver, we have created a number of brochures with details about what to expect.

For people who have been newly diagnosed with a form of dementia:

If you are newly diagnosed, we strongly recommend that you visit us for information about counseling, programs and services, and support.

Other Useful Online Resources:

• First Steps outlines a step-by-step plan to help people who are newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
• What to Expect gives an overview of the stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
• Shared Experiences is a brochure with advice written by people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

For caregivers and family members:

There are many ways caregivers and family members can get the support they need. Whether you’re looking for advice, someone to listen, or general information, there is a level of support for whatever you need.

One of our highly experienced support counselors can help you talk through your feelings and concerns in a more intimate setting. We are a great resource for local support and services.

Other Useful Online Resources:

• First Steps: For Families of Those Recently Diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease outlines steps family members can take to prepare for the Alzheimer’s journey ahead.
• Reducing Caregiver Stress provides suggestions to support caregivers in giving the best possible care and also to take care of themselves