Alzheimer Society of Perth County
Site: Alzheimer Society of Perth County
Service: First Link Learning Series
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: PER2386 | Last Modified: 02 Nov 2020 | Last Full Update: 16 Jun 2020 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | COVID19 - continuing to support the most vulnerable community members impacted by dementia through regular support telephone calls and email for those who have email * suspended face-to-face meetings including home and office visits * reaching out to the community by initiating support calls and monitoring office telephones daily * if emotional support is required as a result of living with or caring for someone with dementia to contact the Alzheimer Society of Perth County at 519-271-1910 or email at info@alzheimerperthcounty.com. Progressive information series designed to assist individuals living with dementia and their caregivers to understand their new diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other dementia. Topics include: what is dementia, future planning * communication & memory enhancing strategies * introduction to community services including long-term care The Learning Series is an opportunity to share and connect with others embarking on a similar journey. It consists of 4-8 hours of learning and education. |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | COVID19 Office closed until further notice due to COVID-19 concerns Office hours: 9 am-4:30 pm * Series is held at various times including evening and weekends. |
| Areas Served | Perth County |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Call for information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Stratford |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | C H Meier Blvd and Ontario St (Hwy 7) |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-271-1910 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-797-1882 |
| Fax | 519-271-1231 |
| info@alzheimerperthcounty.com | |
| Website | www.alzheimerperthcounty.com |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlzheimerSocietyofPerthCounty Twitter: twitter.com/alzperth |
| Primary Contact | Sheri Gilhula, Public Education Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Perth County; Phone: 519-271-1910 ext 25 * Listowel Office 519-418-1911; Email: sgilhula@alzheimerperthcounty.com |
| Alternate Contact | Amy Robinet, Operations Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Perth County; Phone: 519-271-1910 ext 22; Email: arobinet@alzheimerperthcounty.com |
| Primary Executive | Debbie Deichert, Executive Director, Alzheimer Society of Perth County; Phone: 519-271-1910; Email: ddeichert@alzheimerperthcounty.com |