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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.