Medications for Dementia Care: Learn about different types of medications and how they are used in dementia care, key things to understand about your care partner's medication routine and information on how dementia causes brain changes that affect behaviour Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to noon at Capilano Mall, Room 203, 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. 604-982-3320
Personal Planning Webinars: Learn the steps to plan ahead. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 1:30-3 p.m. at Capilano library, 3045 Highland Blvd. Register at 604-987-4471 x8175. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 1:30-3 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court. Register at 604-929-3727 x8166.
Celebrate National Seniors Day: Parkgate library will host an interactive display of information on services and resources for seniors Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to noon at 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Find out how to link with services that address your needs. A variety of community agencies will be available for conversation. 604-982-3320
Brain-Body-Balance Connection: A unique program designed to strengthen the brain, body and balance Thursdays until Dec. 4, 1-3 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. The first half of the class will be physical exercises and the second part will include discussion and games on how to sharpen memory and boost brain power as you age. Suitable for the active senior. $7 drop-in.
Transition to Residential Care A session designed to help family caregivers who are considering residential care options for a person with dementia Thursday, Oct. 2, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at North Shore Resource Centre, 212-1200 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Explore the challenges families face when making decisions about residential care and review some strategies for preparing for the transition. [email protected]
Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email [email protected]
