Dementia is a condition that not only affects memory but also the overall well-being of individuals. It can lead to isolation, confusion, and a sense of loss of self. Dementia-friendly day programs, designed to support cognitive wellness, have...
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Sessions begin Oct. 4 at Clearbrook Mennonite Brethren Church A new weekly Adult Cognitive Wellness Program is set to start Tuesday, Oct. 4 at Clearbrook Mennonite Brethren Church in Abbotsford. The program is for adults 50 and older who are...
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A new program for seniors with mild to moderate cognitive impairment is being offered at South Surrey’s Peninsula Retirement Residence. Developed by the residence’s Corry-Ann Neilands, with founders of The Adult Cognitive Wellness Centre, it aims...
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Originally published Jan 11, 2021 – McMaster University – Aspects of dementia including aggression, agitations, anxiety, and psychosis can have a significant impact on the lives of dementia patients and their caregivers. Agitation...
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The BCCPC dementia project enters a new phase this month with the launch of the programs in partnership with four pilot sites in the North Okanagan, Greater Victoria and the Lower Mainland. The project builds on the success of community-led...
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One thing that has become readily apparent during the coronavirus lockdown is how reliant we are upon technology. Another fact made even more obvious is that nothing replaces good old-fashioned face-to-face contact. It’s been extremely hard for...
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Marissa Stalman is facilitating a virtual peer-support group for people living with dementia and their caregivers. (Contributed) My Fears and Frustrations: Living with Dementia During a Pandemic is a free one-hour virtual peer-support group. READ...
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Massi Bakhshian, RN, was born in the small city in Iran with parents who taught her kindness, love and leadership at a young age. Weeks after she immigrated to Canada in 1999, Bakhshian volunteered in a nursing home in Coquitlam, B.C. This role...
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Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Every June 15, nations call attention to one of our most vulnerable populations, our elders. It is a day for advocacy, love, and awareness. It’s such an important topic that the United Nations marked it...
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The beginning of June also marks the beginning of Seniors’ Week. From June 1-7, we celebrate all the wonderful older adults in our community. Normally, we would have in person celebrations and parties, special activities, and more to celebrate...
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The COVID-19 outbreak has upended life as we know it. Still, for many seniors who rely on essential programming for their health and well-being, the show must go on! At the Adult Cognitive Wellness Centre, we are proud to be able to offer virtual...
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One of the significant programs that we are able to offer through the Adult Cognitive Wellness Center is our dementia friendly day program. In fact, this program is one of the main reasons we created the center. We have recognized through our...
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