
Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan
@ruraldementiask
This initiative aims to enhance social inclusion of older adults with #dementia and their care partners in rural #Saskatchewan.
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Join us for Understanding Dementia - A Community Presentation: January 24, 2023 @ 7 pm Online via Zoom Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3F2ITHp Featuring Dr. Andrew Kirk MD, FRCPC. Made possible by Conexus Credit Union.



1 in 5 Canadians have cared for a person living with dementia, according to Alzheimer Society of Canada. While being a care partner can be rewarding, it can also feel overwhelming and cause added stress. Access tools to help you navigate your journey as a care partner: forwardwithdementia.ca/help-your-part…


As part of Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan, communities in Yorkton, Melville, and the surrounding rural areas are working towards better meeting the needs of people affected by dementia. Read how in our latest blog: bit.ly/3iRgbCl

"It reduces that feeling of being very isolated and alone.” Dr. Debra Morgan looks back on building rural memory clinics in Sk from scratch on U of S CoM Office of the Vice-Dean Research #ResearchersUnderTheScope. ow.ly/jkbo50MMeps @UsaskCCHSA Alzheimer Society of Canada RaDAR SARM #dementia #alzheimers

Did you know it's #BrainAwarenessWeek? Research shows that no matter your age, there are actions you can take to improve your brain health. This Dementia Connections article highlights possible risk factors and ways we can keep our brain healthy: dementiaconnections.org/train-your-bra…


Here's your invitation to #CAG_2023: Community EngAGEd Teaching, Research & Practice, from our CAG President, Brad Meisner Brad Meisner buff.ly/3yYdy5U Student Connection


Each May during the #IGWalkForAlz, Canadians work together towards one common goal: a world without Alzheimer’s. Will you join them? Register by April 30th to entered to win our early bird a prize valued at $1000! Visit walkforalzheimers.ca IG Wealth Management Alzheimer Society of Canada



In the #Yorkton area April 5-May 23? A unique art exhibit is taking place at the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery. Drawing on their lived experience with dementia, artists used various media - painting, music and more - to share their story. Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan godfreydeanartgallery.ca/belong-where-y…


After attending an Alzheimer Society presentation, a Saltcoats community member took the information to heart and worked to make a difference for residents affected by dementia. Read about it, along with other Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan updates, in our latest blog: bit.ly/3A9hPUT

Amazing news! The Canadian Red Cross expands it's #FriendlyCalls program to reduce Social Isolation & #Loneliness, with a focus on supporting older adults, Indigenous peoples, front line workers, parents, & caregivers. Sign-up/learn more at 1-833-979-9779 or redcross.ca/friendlycalls


This project is a part of Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan

A picture perfect day for travelling from #USask to Yorkton for a Dementia Supports in Rural Sask meeting ☀️ Thank you Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan for hosting, great to connect with everyone! Alzheimer Society SK SaskAbilities Godfrey Dean Art Gallery Cognitive Kitchen Parkland_Valley City Of Yorkton

