Early Stage Support Groups - For individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
Condition Specific Support, Mental Health - Adult & Senior, and Seniors Services
Provided by Alzheimer Society of BC
These groups are there for people who want to inform themselves with current information that will help improve quality of life with the disease. A tele-support group is also offered.
For people in the early stages of dementia, the early stage support groups provide an opportunity to:
- Learn about living with dementia and its progression
- Share feelings and common experiences
- Exchange practical coping strategies
- Participate in discussions
- Encouraging early planning and encouraging people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias to actively engage in protecting and maintaining their physical and emotional health
All of the support groups operate on the Information and Mutual Aid Model.
For information about Early Stage Support Groups in your area, please contact your local Alzheimer Society of BC Resource Centre or see the First Link Bulletin for a list of upcoming dementia education and support programs in your community.
For those who are unable to attend a support group in person, the tele-support group offers the opportunity to meet with others by phone. See contact information below.
Website: https://www.alzheimer.ca/en/bc/We-can...
250-860-0305 (Tele-support Group Information)
Toll Free: 1-800-634-3399
Public email: swezner@alzheimerbc.org
Website: http://www.alzheimer.ca/en/bc/We-can...
Service is available in English.
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Alzheimer Society of BC:
Just the closest matches listed. Click to see more!- First Link Dementia Helpline - To provide access to services and support for individuals with dementia and their families/care partners
- Dementia - Helpline, Resources, Brochures, and Publications
- Family Caregiver Support Groups - For caregivers of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
Availability
Service area: Province-wide
Service Types Provided
Condition Specific Support
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
- Condition Specific Support: Alzheimers/Dementia
- Older Adult / Seniors
- Peer Support: Mental Health
Ways to Access
- Provided at multiple locations
- Provided by phone
- Provided in a group in-person
- Provided online: email / video / on-line
The listing of this service in Pathways is not a recommendation or endorsement by Pathways.