Get connected to a program in Niagara Region

Our goal is to connect persons living with memory changes and their care partners to services as soon as possible. The first step is to complete our online referral or drop-in at a Brain Wave Café or Support Group.

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Take the first step now and make a referral to the Alzheimer Society:

Drop-in Programming

We offer drop-in programs that anyone can attend immediately.

Our Brain Wave Cafés provide a friendly place for people concerned about cognitive change & dementia and care partners to meet up on a regular basis for a coffee, conversation and fun.

Support Groups for care partners run once monthly (excluding statutory holidays) and are open to anyone.

Other Programming

We have a wide variety of support, education and social recreation programs. All programs (with the exception of Drop-In Programs above) require a referral be made through our First Link® program. First Link® assesses each referral for eligibility and connects the individual and their family to appropriate community supports in addition to a range of programs and services that we offer.

Eligibility Criteria

  • A person who exhibits symptoms of dementia (e.g. changes in cognition and function)
  • A family member caring for someone exhibiting symptoms of dementia

First Link®

First Link® is the gateway to dementia specific information, supports & resources in your community. Our First Link Coordinator and/or First Link Navigator will personalize programs and services to best meet your needs.

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Other community services

The Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region can help you navigate our local health infrastructure and link you with other community support services which may be helpful to you.

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Referral Form Family

Making a referral is easy, fill out the form below and let us take care of the rest. You will receive a call from our staff who will create an individualized care plan including education, support and social recreation programs.

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Referral Form Agency

Healthcare providers looking to refer their clients to the Alzheimer Society can complete our online referral form below. Our First Link team will connect your clients to appropriate services including education and counselling.

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