Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories
28 episodes
3 months ago
Welcome to ”Cognitive Connections: Conversations on Dementia” hosted by Carrie Candy from the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories. Explore dementia, its challenges, and progress in this space of connection. Whether you’re living with dementia, a care partner, healthcare professional, or simply curious, tune in for meaningful discussions.
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Welcome to ”Cognitive Connections: Conversations on Dementia” hosted by Carrie Candy from the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories. Explore dementia, its challenges, and progress in this space of connection. Whether you’re living with dementia, a care partner, healthcare professional, or simply curious, tune in for meaningful discussions.
Cindy McCaffrey, co-founder of YouQuest, a charity that operates a wellness day program for individuals under the age of 65 living with dementia. Cindy shares her personal journey with her husband's diagnosis of young onset dementia and how it inspired her to create a program that provides socialization, stimulating activities, and respite for care partners. She discusses the challenges faced by young onset dementia patients and their families, the importance of peer support and community, and the need for more awareness and support in the workplace. Cindy also highlights the role of recreational therapists in YouQuest's program and the positive impact of physical activity and social engagement on individuals with dementia.
Resources:YouQuest:https://youquest.ca/Young Onset Dementia: https://alzheimer.ca/en/about-dementia/other-types-dementia/young-onset-dementiaLeave a Legacy: https://alzheimer.ca/ab/en/take-action/ways-donate/leave-legacyCare Partner resources: https://alzheimer.ca/en/help-support/im-caring-person-living-dementiaReducing stigma: https://alzheimer.ca/ab/en/take-action/change-mindsThe Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories: https://alzheimer.ca/ab/enPhone Number: 1-866-950-5465
Help For Dementia
Welcome to ”Cognitive Connections: Conversations on Dementia” hosted by Carrie Candy from the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories. Explore dementia, its challenges, and progress in this space of connection. Whether you’re living with dementia, a care partner, healthcare professional, or simply curious, tune in for meaningful discussions.
