Dementia Resources from Around the World

Dementia Resources from Around the World

Baycrest Health Sciences, Ontario, Canada

Website: http://www.baycrest.org/educate/dementia-resources/

From the website:

This webpage provides access to a selection of the best available senior friendly web resources on Dementia. It is designed for both individuals experiencing symptoms of the disorder and their caregivers. The selected websites provide information on Dementia including risk factors, sign & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, strategies to cope with daily life challenges and available support groups.

The information is available in multiple formats (i.e. video, PDF, pamphlets, games) to make it accessible to everyone. The websites included on the site were evaluated and analyzed to ensure they provide reliable and valid information on Dementia.

Life Reboot with Dr. Lori A. Doan

Dr. Lori Doan, Ph.D.

Positive Psychology, Life Coach, Author, Speaker, Cognitive Psychologist

Life Reboot

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Phone: (204) 227-0551

Website: http://www.drloridoan.com/index.html

Workshops, speaking engagements, groups, coaching.

Ex: Who Are You and What Have You Done With My Mother?

How to Care for a Family Member with Dementia Without Losing Yourself in the Process

Manitoba Seniors' Guides and Publications

 Website: http://gov.mb.ca/shas/publications/index.html

Seniors Guides and Publications - Manitoba, Canada

The Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat produces a number of publications on a wide range of topics of interest to seniors, their family members and caregivers.  Please review the list of publications and note which are available on-line only and which are available in print as well. Click here to order publications online.

• Manitoba Seniors' Guide 2015/16 (175 pages)
  
  
• Caregiver Recognition Act Report 2013-15
  
  
• Resources for Caregivers 2015, Inventory of Manitoba Services and Supports
  

• Manitoba Elder Abuse Strategy

• A Guide for the Caregiver (48 pages)

• Safety for Seniors Fact Sheets (6 pages)

• Age Friendly Manitoba (12 pages)

• Emergency Information for Seniors (32 pages) - online only

• A Legal Information Guide for Seniors (72 pages)
  
  
• Questions to Ask Your Doctor and Pharmacist (35 pages) - online only
  
  
• Deceased Estate Handbook

Partner Publications:

• Older and Wiser Driver (online only)
  • Older and Wiser Driver Online Rating Form (online only)
    
    
• Aging in Place - Housing Options for Older Manitobans (online only)

• Profile of Manitoba Seniors 2010 (online only)

Minds in Motion

The Minds in Motion® Winnipeg program combines physical activity, socialization and mental stimulation for people living with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease, or another dementia,
to enjoy with a family member or community care partner.

At the Minds in Motion® program you will…

• Be physically active
• Meet and socialize with other people living with dementia and their care partners
• Enjoy mentally stimulating activities to enhance your brain health
• Receive emotional and educational support about dementia and services, as needed

Is the Minds in Motion® program for me?

The Minds in Motion® program is designed for people with early to mid-stage symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Early symptoms of dementia may include memory
loss, confusion, communication difficulties and changes in mood and behaviour.

What can I expect?

The two-hour weekly program runs for eight weeks and is divided into the following components:

• A certified fitness instructor leads the physical activity session (up to 50 minutes)
• Alzheimer Society of Manitoba staff and volunteers lead the mental stimulation session (up to 50 minutes)
• Participants enjoy a healthful refreshment break while socializing with other participants

For more information, please contact:
Maria Mathews
Minds in Motion® Program Manager
204-943-6622 (in Winnipeg)
1-800-378-6699 (in Manitoba)
MMathews@alzheimer.mb.ca

Caring for a Husband with Dementia: The Ultimate Survival Guide

Book for caregivers.

Caring for a Husband with Dementia: The Ultimate Survival Guide (2015) is written by Winnipeg author Angela G. Gentile.

Contact Angela for a copy of the book: angela.gentile@shaw.ca

Caring for a Husband with Dementia The Ultimate Survival Guide

Authored by Angela G. Gentile
Foreword by Marie Marley

A dementia diagnosis can frighten and devastate all who are affected. When a husband is diagnosed with dementia, his wife is at risk of becoming the "hidden patient." Sometimes the responsibilities of caring for a husband with dementia causes stress leading to caregiver burnout. Caregiving wives may feel trapped, obligated or compelled to go it alone at the expense of their own well-being. Others find many rewards in caring and give of themselves to a fault - "until death do us part." Asking for help can be difficult for caregivers, for many reasons. 

Gaining knowledge about dementia and its emotional impacts can provide comfort and improve confidence. Practical tips and solutions can offer hope in challenging situations. This survival guide and workbook is a vital companion for caregivers. You will refer to "Caring for a Husband with Dementia" often on your caregiving journey.

About the author:

Angela G. Gentile, M.S.W., R.S.W. is a clinical social worker who specializes in aging. She has helped hundreds of people who are struggling with the challenges aging can bring. Angela is passionate about challenging ageist myths and stereotypes and exploring what it means to age well. She considers herself a realistic optimist but she still can't tell her left from her right. 

Publication Date:

Mar 17 2015

ISBN/EAN13:

150556557X / 9781505565577

Page Count:

180

Binding Type:

US Trade Paper

Trim Size:

6" x 9"

Language:

English

Color:

Black and White

Related Categories:

Health & Fitness / General

www.AngelaGGentile.com

Care Training Resources (Dementia Care)

Care Training Resources (Dementia Care)

From the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org)
(USA based)

Being a caregiver doesn't come with an instruction manual, but there are resources available to help.  Online care training and certification, free e-learning workshops, books and DVDs on caregiving.

Website:  http://www.alz.org/care/alzheimers-dementia-care-training-certification.asp#DVDs

Caregivers Portal - From Government of Canada

Manitoba - Information for Caregivers (Provincial information from seniors.gc.ca)

Website:  http://www.seniors.gc.ca/eng/sb/caregivers/mb/index.shtml

Includes:  Financial Information, Care Options, Powers of Attorney, Health Information, Mental Health Information, Dementia

Caregivers - Mayo Clinic

Caregivers of aging parents, including those with dementia will find some helpful tips here on the Mayo Clinic website.

Website:  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregivers/MY00395

Keywords: caregiving, Alzheimer's, dementia, depression, burden, caregiver stress

Caregiver Guides (Free Book Downloads)

Caregiver Guide:  Tips for Caregivers of People with Alzheimer's Disease
Free Guide:  http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/caregiver-guide-tips-caregivers-people-alzheimers-disease

Caring for a Person with Alzheimer's Disease - a free 104 page handbook.
Free Handbook:  http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/caring-person-alzheimers-disease

Caring for Norah (Book)

The book, Caring for Norah: How we struggled with Alzheimer Disease, was written by Norah's husband, Daniel Heinrichs in 1996 and has been revised in 2000.  It is intended for the use of caregivers to persons with Alzheimer's or other related diseases.

4 copies are available at the Winnipeg Library.

There is also an online copy available, for free, here:
http://www.drpincott.com/pdf/CaringForNorah.pdf

www.AngelaGGentile.com

The 36-Hour Day (Book)

The 36-Hour Day:  A Family Guide to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer Disease, Related Dementias, and Memory Loss (5th edition)

By Nancy L. Mace and Peter V. Rabins (2011)

Link to book on Amazon.ca:  http://www.amazon.ca/The-36-Hour-Day-Alzheimer-Dementias/dp/1421402807/ref=dp_ob_image_bk

Numerous copies available at the Winnipeg Public Library.

Check out this YouTube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlF_mOrcd1Y

www.AngelaGGentile.com

Coping With Your Difficult Older Parent (Book)

Coping With Your Difficult Older Parent:  A guide for stressed-out children.

By Grace Lebow, Barbara Kane and Irwin Lebow (1999)

This book has been recommended to many adult children who are frustrated and find the demands of caregiving overwhelming due to a demanding, difficult parent. 

For more information, go to this link:  http://www.harpercollins.com/browseinside/index.aspx?isbn13=9780380797509

4 copies available at the Winnipeg Public Libary.

Also available to purchase online, for Kobo e-readers.

www.AngelaGGentile.com

Support Services to Seniors

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, Manitoba

Website:  http://www.wrha.mb.ca/community/seniors/

From the website:

Support Services to Seniors offer community-based programs for seniors that promote health and well-being and assist seniors to continue to live in the community. These services are offered throughout the Winnipeg health region by a variety of community agencies.

Types of Support Services to Seniors:

• Congregate Meal Programs
• Community Resource Councils
• Conseil des francophones 55 +
• Senior Centres
• Tenant Resource Programs
• Rupert's Land Caregiver Services
• Creative Retirement Manitoba
• Meals on Wheels of Winnipeg
• Manitoba Association of Multipurpose Senior Centres
• Medication Information Line for the Elderly (MILE)
• Dental Programs
• Canadian National Institute for the Blind
• Healthy Aging Resource Teams (HART)

Caregiver's Guide to Understanding Dementia Behaviours

Caregiver's Guide to Understanding Dementia Behaviors
Family Caregiver Alliance
(Based out of the USA)

Website:  http://www.caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/content_node.jsp?nodeid=391

Includes:

10 Tips for Communicating with a Person with Dementia

Handling Troubling Behaviour

Wandering

Incontinence

Agitation

Repetitive Speech or Actions (Perseveration)

Paranoia

Sleepnessless or Sundowning

Eating Nutrition

Bathing

Additional Problem Areas

Primary Caregiver Tax Credit

Update: May 29, 2015 - http://news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html?archive=&item=35012

This credit recognizes the vital support caregivers provide to those needing care. Manitoba’s Primary Caregiver Tax Credit provides a refundable credit of up to $1,400) a year to people who act as primary caregivers for spouses, relatives, neighbours or friends who live at home in Manitoba. For this tax credit, people requiring care must be assessed at Level 2 or higher under the Manitoba Home Care Program guidelines. They are assessed based on the amount and type of care required for tasks like bathing, dressing, eating meals, mobility and receiving medical care. Level 1 requires minimal care in most cases and is not eligible.

More information about the Primary Caregiver Tax Credit is available:

Application requests:  Call Central Intake at 204-788-8330 and provide name and mailing address. 

Completing the application and status inquiries:  Call Manitoba Health at 204-788-6646.

For information on completing the Log Records:  Call Taxation Assistance at 204-948-2115.

Processing time is currently 8 weeks.  Original applications are required.  A caregiver only needs to apply once regardless if they are claiming for more than one year.
Website:  http://www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/caregiver.html

Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/faq.html#question2

More info: http://www.alzheimer.mb.ca/handouts/Manitoba%20Primary%20Caregiver%20Tax%20Credit.pdf

Caregiver Solutions Magazine

Website to a free, online copy of the Caregiver Solutions Magazine (Canadian):  http://www.solutionsmagazine.ca/

Paper copy also available through We Care Home Health Services:  www.wecare.ca

Caregiving with Confidence (Formerly Rupert's Land Caregiver Services)

Caregiving with Confidence (Formerly Rupert's Land Caregiver Services)
168 Wilton Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3M 3C3

Phone:  204-452-9491

Website:  http://caregivingwithconfidence.org/

Caregiving with Confidence supports informal caregivers in Winnipeg.

Services include a  Support Group for Caregivers every second Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at 168 Wilton Street.

Common misspellings:  Rupertsland, Ruperts Land

A Guide for the Caregiver

Download the 48-page document called A Guide for the Caregiver: Information and Resources for Caregivers of Older Adults (2014) here:

http://www.gov.mb.ca/shas/publications/docs/caregiver.pdf

The Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat developed this booklet in consultation with community organizations and caregivers.  Some of its content is based on the book, "Keys to Eldercare in Manitoba" by Jan Cooper (St. Boniface Hospital Auxillary, 1990).

For copies of the guide please contact the Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat at (204) 945-6565 in Winnipeg, toll-free 1-800-665-6565 in Manitoba; email seniors@gov.mb.ca or visit www.gov.mb.ca/shas.

Manitoba Seniors' Guide

Seniors' Guide 2015/2016, Age Friendly Manitoba


Download or view the guide, here:
http://www.gov.mb.ca/shas/publications/docs/seniors_guide.pdf

Useful information about programs and services in Manitoba that are of interest to older adults.

Includes:  Frequently called numbers and support lines, Active Living, Finances, Addictions and Gambling Support Services and Programs, Seniors Organizations, Caregiving and End of Life Care, Employment, Retirement, Congratulatory Messages, Award Programs, Celebratory Days, Consumer Information and Protection, Health and Wellness, Housing, Human Rights, Legal Matters, Resources for Seniors with Diabilities, Lifelong Learning, Newcomer Senior Programs and Services, Safety and Secuity, Transportation, Veterans Services and Benefits

PROVINCE LAUNCHES
NEW SENIORS’ GUIDE

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Guide Offers Quick Access
To Resources for Seniors:  Minister Crothers

The Manitoba government is launching a new edition of the Seniors’ Guide, Healthy Living and Seniors Minister Deanne Crothers announced today at the Creative Retirement Manitoba Centre in Winnipeg.  

“We’re always striving to provide more information to help Manitoba seniors,” said Minister Crothers.  “The Seniors’ Guide was first printed more than 30 years ago and not surprisingly, it is still one of the province’s most popular publications.  This guide is filled with helpful information so that seniors and their families have quick access to information that can enhance their health, independence and well-being.”

The minister said the new edition of the guide provides information on health and wellness, active living, lifelong learning, housing, transportation, financial security, legal matters, home safety, caregiving, emergency services and much more.  She encourages older Manitobans and their families to keep a copy handy for referral on these important topics.

“The senior years are exciting and challenging,” said Dave Schellenberg, chair, Manitoba Council on Aging.  “Our council believes it is important to have access to as much information as possible to help us better understand and enjoy life.”

For a free copy of the Seniors’ Guide, contact the Manitoba Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat  at 1610–155 Carlton St., Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3H8, or call the Seniors Information Line at 204-945-6565 or 1-800-665-6565 (toll-free) or visit www.manitoba.ca/shas.  The guide is also available online at www.gov.mb.ca/shas/publications/docs/seniors_guide.pdf.

Where Next? A Path for Caregivers

Where Next? A Path for Caregivers

Winnipeg, Manitoba

1.  A collaborative community of caregivers and eldercare services. 
2.  A series of five Caregiver Classes that brings services and strategies to the caregiver. 
3.  Public awareness of the impact of caregiving in the community and the workplace through speaking engagements and articles found on the internet.

Website: http://wherenxt.blogspot.ca/