Dementia Supports in Rural Saskatchewan (@ruraldementiask) 's Twitter Profile
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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Alzheimer Society of Canada (@alzcanada) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Keeping up with instructions can be challenging, especially for people living with dementia. This #PSA shows the importance of demonstrating clear instructions. Learn more ways you can become dementia friendly at Alzheimer.ca/DementiaFriend…. #DementiaFriendlyCanada

Alzheimer Society SK (@alzheimersk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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.

Alzheimer Society of Canada (@alzcanada) 's Twitter Profile Photo

You are not alone. The Alzheimer Society is your First Link to support, from initial diagnosis and throughout your journey with dementia. alzheimer.ca/FirstLink #alzheimersawarenessmonth #firstlink

You are not alone. The Alzheimer Society is your First Link to support, from initial diagnosis and throughout your journey with dementia. alzheimer.ca/FirstLink
#alzheimersawarenessmonth #firstlink
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If you’re newly diagnosed with dementia, take the first step to find help in your community. Connect with the Alzheimer Society – your First Link to knowledge, expertise and support. #alzheimersawarenessmonth #firstlink alzheimer.ca/FirstLink

If you’re newly diagnosed with dementia, take the first step to find help in your community. Connect with the Alzheimer Society – your First Link to knowledge, expertise and support. #alzheimersawarenessmonth #firstlink alzheimer.ca/FirstLink
Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (@aging_institute) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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…

Alzheimer Society SK (@alzheimersk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

USask Medicine (@usaskmed) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"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

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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…

Alzheimer Society SK (@alzheimersk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Research shows there is a link between sensory loss and dementia. Join us for our Healthier Brains Community Presentation to learn more: Monday, March 27 at 7 pm CST Online via Zoom Featuring Dr. Paul Mick MD, FRCSC, MPH Register here: alzheimer.ca/sk/en/node/1539

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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

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 

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FamilyCaregivers (@familycarersab) 's Twitter Profile Photo

April 4th is Canada's Caregiver Day and May is Caregiver Month. Even before the COVID-19 Pandemic Comparison of the 2012 and 2017 Statistics Canada GSS Caregiving reveals Canadian family caregivers were becoming more stressed! caregivercare.ca

April 4th is Canada's Caregiver Day and May is Caregiver Month. 
Even before the COVID-19 Pandemic Comparison of the 2012 and 2017 Statistics Canada GSS Caregiving reveals Canadian family caregivers were becoming more stressed! caregivercare.ca
RaDAR (@radar_usask) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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…

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.

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godfreydeanartgallery.ca/belong-where-y…
Alzheimer Society SK (@alzheimersk) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

CISP_ICPS (@cisp_icps) 's Twitter Profile Photo

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

Amazing news! The <a href="/redcrosscanada/">Canadian Red Cross</a> expands it's #FriendlyCalls program to reduce Social Isolation &amp; #Loneliness, with a focus on supporting older adults,  Indigenous peoples, front line workers, parents, &amp; caregivers. Sign-up/learn more at 1-833-979-9779 or redcross.ca/friendlycalls
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"Protecting and supporting family caregivers is the next social determinant of health #SDOH the industry must address." Carallel carallel.com/article/suppor… The Roadmap: Leykum 2022 Improve Health Outcomes Through Recognizing and Supporting Caregivers bit.ly/3NWSupn

"Protecting and supporting family caregivers is the next social determinant of health #SDOH the industry must address." <a href="/carallel_corp/">Carallel</a>  carallel.com/article/suppor… 
The Roadmap: Leykum 2022 Improve Health Outcomes Through Recognizing and Supporting Caregivers bit.ly/3NWSupn