Alzheimer Society of Muskoka, First Link Program

Alzheimer Society of Muskoka

Service: First Link Program, Alzheimer Society of Muskoka

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Record #: MUS1553

Last Modified: 27 Nov 2023

Last Full Update: 06 Oct 2022

Description

Description (Service)

Helps people living with dementia and their family make informed choices so they can live better with dementia at every stage of the disease

Assist you with identifying and accessing the information, supports and services that meet the individual's unique needs
Facilitates connections to education, programs and services offered by the Alzheimer Society of Muskoka as well as other health care and community service providers.

Provides:

one-on-one counselling
caregiver support groups
support groups for persons newly diagnosed
referral to community resource by phone, drop in, or home visit
First Link Learning Series

Learning Series courses include:

First Steps for People with Dementia and Caregivers
Next Steps for Families and Friends
Care Essentials
Options for Care
Care in the Later Stages

Each course builds upon the previous one to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of dementia, coping strategies, resources and support systems. Call for information and schedule of courses

Other services provided include:

presentations to clubs, service groups and churches
training to professional staff
company of good cheer dinner program
weekly drop-in program
support groups
Minds in Motion program
music i-pod program
lending library
resource centre, robotic animals, activity kits etc.

Service Details

Public Comments	First Link Care Navigation and Supportive Counselling Services are offered by phone, in person and online.
Hours	Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
Areas Served	Muskoka District ; Parry Sound ; South East/South West Parry Sound District
Eligibility	Anyone living with Alzheimer, family members, caregivers.
Application	By phone or email, no referral required.
Languages	English; French
Fees	None

Address and Location

Located In Community	Bracebridge
Address & Map	440 Ecclestone Dr Unit 17A Bracebridge, ON Canada P1L 1Z6 View Google Map
Intersection	Ecclestone Dr and Lagoon Ln
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	705-645-5621
Toll Free Phone	1-800-605-2075, Muskoka District and South Parry Sound only
Fax	705-645-4397
E-Mail	admin@alzheimermuskoka.ca
Website	alzheimer.ca/muskoka
Social Media	Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alzheimersocietyofmuskoka
Primary Contact	Pam Leeder, First Link Care Coordinator; Email: pleeder@alzheimermuskoka.ca
Alternate Contact	Martha Coburn, Office Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator	Emily Tingey, Community Engagement Coordinator; Email: cec@alzheimermuskoka.ca
Mailing Address	440 Ecclestone Dr Unit 17A Bracebridge, ON Canada P1L 1Z6

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