Seniors Canada On-line
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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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A to Z Index
The A to Z Index presents a list of sites that relate to a specific subject. For example, if you were looking for anything to do with 'injuries' you would click on the letter 'I', then click on the subject 'injuries'. This would give you a list of all sites that have been assigned the subject 'injuries'.
"Alzheimer's disease"
No information found for Yukon Territory on this subject.
The following links, however, may be of interest:
Canada
Alzheimer Care
Caregiving information and support for caregivers of people with Alzheimer Disease and related dementias from the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Alzheimer Care: Assessing a Long Term Care Facility
This Web page offers helpful advice on choosing a long term care facility that's right for your needs.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Alzheimer Care: Caregiver Support
Caregiving information and support for caregivers of people with Alzheimer Disease and related dementias from the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Source : Alzheimer Society
Alzheimer Care: Finding Help
Whether you're a family, volunteer or paid caregiver, you may feel you could use help at some time. This Web page lists resources which can assist you with your responsibilities.
Source : Alzheimer Society
Alzheimer Care: Late Stage and End-of-life Care
While providing comfort and dignity to the person with Alzheimer Disease is the priority throughout the disease, it will be especially important during the late stage and end-of-life care.
Source : Alzheimer Society
Alzheimer Disease
This site describes Alzheimer's Disease, who it affects, what is known about the causes, the warning signs, how the disease is diagnosed, and the stages of the disease. Also find answers to common questions, information on related dementias, a resource section and much more.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Alzheimer Disease: 10 Warning Signs
Alzheimer Disease -- what it is, warning signs, diagnosis and causes. The latest information from the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Alzheimer Society of Canada
The latest information on Alzheimer Disease, related dementias, caregiving, support, research, treatment, and Alzheimer Society of Canada programs and services.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Alzheimer Wandering Registry Program for Veterans
The Alzheimer Wandering Registry Program is a nationwide identification program developed by the Alzheimer Society of Canada (ASC) and the RCMP to help people with Alzheimer Disease return safely home after wandering.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer Disease?
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer Disease requires time and energy. It can be a demanding task. Knowing and recognizing the signs of stress in yourself or someone you care about is the first step towards taking action. This brochure includes 10 signs of caregiver stress, and 10 ways to reduce caregiver stress.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
At Home with Alzheimer's Disease
The safety and security of someone living at home with Alzheimer's Disease can be significantly improved by making minor, low-cost changes in a house or apartment. These practical adaptations will be of help to both the Alzheimer patient and their caregivers.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Caring for Someone With Alzheimer Disease? Take Care of Yourself Too! (PDF Format)
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer Disease requires time and energy. It can be a demanding and stressful task. Knowing and recognizing the signs of stress in yourself or someone you care about is the first step in taking action.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Communicating Effectively with Persons who Have Alzheimer's Disease (PDF Format)
In response to the challenges of communicating with persons with Alzheimer's Disease, professionals and researchers have proposed a number of compensatory strategies for improving communication. These strategies include accommodating to the reduced capacities of the person with AD and modifying the environment.
Source : Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Dementia and Alzheimer's
This Veteran's Affairs site explains the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. As well as the top ten warning signs and how to help your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia.
First Steps: For Families of Those Recently Diagnosed With Alzheimer Disease
If you will be the primary caregiver or an involved family member of a person diagnosed with Alzheimer Disease, there are things you can do that might might live a little easier. The information in this brochure can help.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
First Steps: For Those Recently Diagnosed With Alzheimer Disease
Knowing you have Alzheimer Disease may be upsetting. The information in this brochure can help you cope with the changes you are experiencing and plan for future changes so you can continue living your life to its fullest every day.
Source : Alzhiemer Society of Canada
Help for Today, Hope for Tomorrow
This Web page gives information on the programs and services provided by the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Lewy Body Disease
Lewy body Dementia is a form of progressive dementia identified by abnormal structures in brain cells called "Lewy bodies." Lewy body Dementia can occur by itself, or together with Alzheimer or Parkinson's Disease.
Source : Alzheimer Society
Lewy Body Disease Association
The Lewy Body Disease Association is a site for the support and education of people with Lewy Body Dementia and their caregivers.
Source : Lewy Body Disease Association
LewyNet : Dementia with Lewy Body
This Web site provides information on dementia with Lewy Bodies.
Source : LewyNet. University of Nottingham.
What is Alzheimer Disease? (PDF)
This brochure gives general information on Alzheimer Disease including risk factors, symptoms, treatment. (PDF format)
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
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