Supporting those living w/ dementia & care partners in Elgin, Middlesex & Oxford (https://nitter.cf/t.co/RMXQ5FU0xX)
Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford
Joined November 2010
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Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
With a wide range of opportunities available, there's something for everyone! 🙌 Join us and volunteer with AlzSWP!
Sign up now 👉 alzswp.ca/volunteer/
#VolunteerOpportunity #AlzSWP #Community #Volunteer #Dementia #Alzheimers #Volunteering
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
My lovely wife Kate showing how to be dementia-friendly.
@AlzheimerBC @thekatecraven
Keeping up with instructions can be challenging, especially for people living with dementia.
This #PSA shows the importance of demonstrating clear instructions.
Learn more ways you can become dementia friendly at Alzheimer.ca/DementiaFriendl…. #DementiaFriendlyCanada
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
We are pleased to announce the launch of the #DementiaFriendlyCanada project’s PSA series ‘Ways you can be dementia friendly’.
This video speaks to the importance of reducing distractions. Learn more and view all the videos, visit Alzheimer.ca/DementiaFriendl….
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
“I wouldn’t have the quality of life I have if I hadn’t come to King’s. It gave me something to aim for. It keeps my brain working,” Ron Robert, #MatureStudent with Alzheimer’s, will cross the stage during Fall Convocation. #APlaceToBecome @AlzCanada kings.uwo.ca/about-kings/med…
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
A new province-wide survey from @Brains_CAN, in partnership with the @AlzheimerOnt, found programs and services provided by the province’s 27 Societies deliver savings of $1.3 billion for Ontario’s health-care system. @AlzSWP
news.westernu.ca/2022/01/alz…
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
We are celebrating our 40th episode with music. Listen to Lisa’s discussion with musical artist Simon Law and enjoy music from @_VoicesInMotion @AlzSWP @thebitovemethod
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Today is World Alzheimer's Day. Why does music trigger memories? BrainsCAN postdoc, @swatswam is studying the brain's connection between memories and music to help those with #dementia.
#WorldAlzDay #WorldAlzheimersDay #WorldAlzMonth #WesternU brainscan.uwo.ca/news/2021/u…
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
The webinar “Dementia-Friendly Canada: Creating Inclusive and Supportive Communities” introduces the Dementia-Friendly Canada project and speaks to its goals and focus group findings, introduces resources and summarizes next steps. vimeo.com/531870319
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
It's never been more important to look after your overall health. Did you know that being physically active & reducing your alcohol consumptions are 2 ways you can help mitigate your risk of developing #dementia? To learn more, visit: bit.ly/34i3uFX
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Today, every view of this video helps create positive change. All you need to do is watch it and Bell will donate 5¢ more to Canadian mental health initiatives. Retweet to help spread the word! #BellLetsTalk
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
During the COVID-19 pandemic, optimizing virtual care services has emerged as a high priority in health care and can enhance the delivery of care provided to older adults and caregivers. Download this new guidance document: loom.ly/uy1JLk8 @SeniorsON @CaregiverON
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Every day, we have the opportunity to be more thoughtful, respectful, supportive toward people living with ‘invisible’ challenges.
(image: @tonyhusband1) #Alzheimers #dementia #mentalhealth @mama_hipster @hcextrak @HeartsatPlay @uuganaa_v2 @jandis_price @sherry_bath @DawgMother
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Tips for Long-Distance #Caregiving nia.nih.gov/health/8-tips-lo… by @Alzheimers_NIH
#Alzheimers #dementia @WendyPeters @llendonmar46 @MermaidJKL @Margybklyn1954 @corren_love @CL2Empower @Carmenr1Carmen @beretta_gio @AsieduEdmund @TechnoFails @whiskeylegsn5th @DrFerdowsi @RuthSorbello
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
3 December, International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
#IDPD2020
@WHO @wyldementia @UN4Ageing @AlzDisInt @AlzheimerEurope @DementiaAllianc @SalzburgGlobal @UN @mason4233 @3NDWG @LEAD_Coalition @Dementia_Action @EFID_nef @WorldDementia @STRiDEDementia @Onthoumensbe
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Ballerina Marta C. Gonzalez - who lived with dementia - is taken back to her days dancing in Swan Lake thanks to the power of music.
This clip shows what an important tool music can be for people with dementia. So beautiful to see! 💙🎶
@DespertarMusica
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Couldn't be more excited to be joining @lililiu_ca, @AlzheimerOnt, @CanadaDementia, @caryacalgary, @AlzheimerBC, and @AGEWELL_NCE in hosting an online #NationalForum on #community #alertsystems for #seniors at risk of going #missing Thursday November 26, 2020 at 2:30 PM ET.
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
In line with new evidence from @TheLancet Commission on #Dementia prevention, intervention & care, ADI is pleased to launch our new infographic on dementia risk factors. Download now: alz.co.uk/info/risk-factors
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Fan favorite @NBCThisisUs is back! We spoke with @jonhuertas about how younger-onset Alzheimer's will play into the upcoming season of the show. Read our interview on the ALZ blog: alz.org/jonhuertas #ENDALZ #ThisIsUs Photo Credit: Diana Ragland
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
Firefighters Harris and Dykes accept a huge donation from @enbridgegas ! The "Project Zero" donation of 264 Combination smoke and CO alarms. Project Zero is aimed at helping Fire Departments ensure residents have access to smoke and CO alarms in our communities! @myFM_News941
Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners retweeted
35% of carers across the world have hidden the diagnosis of dementia of a family member according to our 2019 survey. This #WorldAlzMonth, #LetsTalkAboutDementia to break the stigma that persists around #dementia everywhere. Learn more in our 2019 report: bit.ly/2ZruLnd
