Support Groups
Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories
- Description
- Offers in person and online opportunities for family members and care partners to talk with others going through the same situations when dealing with a loved one who has Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
Service provides:
- in person and online opportunities for family members and care partners to talk with others going through the same situations when dealing with a loved one who has Alzheimer's disease or dementia
Includes:
- trained leaders who facilitate discussion among group members
- opportunity to share experiences and offer support, practical suggestions, and encouragement to one another
- specialized groups such as for persons with memory impairment, adult children, and male care partners, may be available
- support groups for people living with Young Onset Dementia (diagnosed under age 65) and their family members
- Eligibility
- Yes, Service targeted to:
- people living with dementia
- family members and care partners of a person who has Alzheimer's disease or dementia
- Application Process
- Service Access: See below, To access service:
- contact for information or to register
Referral Process: No
Waiting Period: No,
- Toll Free
- 1-866-950-LINK (5465)
- Web Site
- http://www.alzheimer.ab.ca
- help@alzheimer.ab.ca
- Languages
- English; French
- Fees
- Fee: No
Fee Reduction: No
Membership Fee: No - Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: N/A -
Other disabled access: N/A - - Agency Information
- View Agency Profile
- Last Verified On
- November 14, 2024
- Location
- Yellowknife
- Hours of Operation
Program hours vary.