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Getting to know Dementia: A Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet describes the types of symptoms associated with dementia, the forms of treatment available, and information on how to plan for one's future while managing this condition. (English)

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English, Chinese - Traditional, Punjabi

Caring for a Person with Dementia (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Someone from a specific health profession or program usually gives this resource to the person who needs it and reviews it with them. Before using this information, please review it with someone from that profession or program.

Dementia is defined as a progressive and degenerative disease caused by a number of different conditions. Occupational Therapy can help identify and improve the ability of people with dementia to perform daily activities. This pamphlet provides many useful suggestions for how a home can be made safer for those suffering from this condition. (English) Colour

Alzheimer's Disease: Dispelling the Myths [English] Permalink Public

The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Over the years, many myths have evolved about what Alzheimer’s disease is, who gets it and how it affects people who have it. These myths can add to the stigma attached to the disease and stand in the way of our ability to understand and help people with it. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...

Alzheimer's Disease: Head's Up for Healthier Brains [English] Permalink Public

The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The brochure provides information on what you can do to maintain or improve your brain health. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...

Alzheimer's Disease: Ways to Help [English] Permalink Public

The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This brochure provides an overview about ways to help. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...

Alzheimer's Disease: Getting a Diagnosis [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides information on getting a diagnosis for dementia. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...

Alzheimer's Disease: Caregiving Options - Considering Long - Term Care [English] Permalink Public

The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This brochure provides an overview on considering long - term care. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...

Alzheimer's Disease: Benefits of Early Diagnosis [English] Permalink Public

The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This brochure provides an overview about early diagnosis. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...

Keep your Brain Healthy - for South Asians [English] Permalink Public

This brochure provides an overview about dementia, signs to recognize it, and how to keep a healthy brain and lifestyle to improve brain health. Provides a South Asian Dementia Helpline number for Punjabi-speaking dementia patients to receive culturally sensitive support. (English) Colour

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English (265983), Hindi (265992), Punjabi (265991)

Go The Distance Virtual Day Programs [English] Permalink Public

Go the Distance is for older adults who cannot attend a regular Day Program in person. (English) Colour

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English (266801), Punjabi (267149)