CARERS Program
Alzheimer Society of Toronto

A 10- week program for family caregivers of people with early and mid-stage demenita. An Accredited program of the Sinai Health System Reitman Centre CARERS Program, this is a fully integrated, comprehensive dementia care program that introduces the innovative use of standardized patients - actors trained to simulate real-life situations - so that caregivers, guided by expert clinical coaches, will learn how to deal with common challenging situations.

Goals of the Program:

  • Enhance practical skills for caregivers
  • Improve caregivers' coping and problem-solving skills
  • Enhance caregivers' confidence in dealing with challenges
  • Improve caregivers' social interaction and social support

Outline of the Program:

Weeks 1 and 2 (Sept 27 and Oct 4 from 2:00 to 4:30 pm) - Assess and Define the Problem
Weeks 3 to 6 (Oct 11, 18, 25  and Nov 1 from 2:00 to 4:30 pm) - Group Education
Weeks 7 to 10 (Nov 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 2:00 to 4:30 pm) - Skills Training using simulated situations with professional actors and expert coaching

There will be special programming for your family member with dementia on-site.

COST: This program is FREE. 
For further information, please contact Ekta Hattangady at 416-640-6322 or by email:ehattangady@alzheimertoronto.org

Date:
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Address:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto
20 Eglinton Ave. West, 16th Floor
Toronto, ON M4R 1K8

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