Programs & Conferences
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LIVING WELL LUNCHEON 2019
A fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Society of York Region.
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Living Well Luncheon for Alzheimer’s Awareness
Alzheimer’s Donation LetterWHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON WITH DEMENTIA?
A conference for caregivers, health care professionals, church leaders and those interested in learning about what is going on in the world with dementia including Canada. What must change to “live well with dementia”?
Memory Lane Home Living Inc., a not-for-profit dementia initiative, in collaboration with King Township and Seneca’s Social Service Worker Gerontology program, hosted a half-day conference to explore developments in Canada and around the world that allow people to live well with dementia.
We had over 90 attendees.
In addition to our distinguished speakers, exhibitors from King Township and York Region provided information on the various resources and care services offered for caregivers and their loved ones to live well with dementia.
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LIVING WELL WITH DEMENTIA IN YORK REGION
A conference for caregivers, health care professionals, church leaders and those interested in learning about the care needs of caregivers and their loved ones on the dementia journey.
Memory Lane Home Living Inc., a not-for-profit dementia initiative, in collaboration with the York Region community, hosted this half-day conference to explore the care components for both caregivers and their loved ones to live well with dementia. We brought together experts, leaders and practitioners to share their insight on various care aspects, including the Dementia Care Strategy.
In addition to our distinguished speakers, exhibitors from York Region provided information on the various care services they offer as they relate to those with a dementia diagnosis and their loved one.
Weekly Programs
Lunch and Music, Motion & Memories
This program was created by Memory Lane Home Living Inc. in collaboration with Seniors’ Consultants specializing in Occupational Therapy and Music Therapy. We begin our program at noon hour with a hot soup lunch compliments of the church. It is a great opportunity for conversation and connection. The program then begins with exercise and singing to live “piano“ accompaniment. We also do line dancing (both sitting or standing) and handbells all in an hour. This program encourages those at home to “live well” with dementia in the community.
Where: St. John Community Church: Light on the Hill 12125 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4E 3M4
When: Wednesdays from noon ’til 2:00 p.m. (Lunch Included).
For Whom: Caregivers and their loved ones with memory loss looking for an opportunity to sing in community.
Cost: FREE with a light lunch included.
For inquiries call Mona at (905) 237-1419 or Tammy at the St. John Community Church at (289) 809-1450.
Lunch and Hymn Sing
Memory Lane Home Living Inc. in collaboration with St. Mary’s Anglican Church, hosts a lunch, hymn sing and handbells for caregivers and their loved ones with memory loss. This program offers an opportunity to include spirituality on their journey and connection with others. The Alzheimer’s Association listed 127 references on 18 pages that show the value of spirituality in coping with dementia.
Where: St. Mary’s Anglican Church 10030 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4E 3M4
When: Fridays from noon ’til 2:00 p.m. (Lunch Included).
For Whom: Caregivers and their loved ones with memory loss looking for an opportunity to sing and connect in community.
Cost: FREE with a light lunch included.
For inquiries call Mona at (905) 237-1419 or St. Mary’s Anglican Church office at (905) 884-2227.