Virtual First Steps
Virtual First Steps is a series of meetings (once per quarter) to help individuals newly diagnosed with dementia and their CarePartners understand their diagnosis and the changes they experience. It will also allow participants to share and connect with others embarking on a similar journey.
Topics covered will include:
- What is Dementia? From Diagnosis to Treatment
- Brain Health and Adapting to Brain Changes
- Managing Risk and Planning Ahead
- Building a Circle of Care
Living with Dementia Support Group
A monthly in-person meeting will provide persons in the early stages of dementia with a safe space to come together (in person) while having a loosely structured conversation about their diagnosis and shared experiences.
Circle of Friends
Circle of Friends is an inclusive concept that provides a structured yet relaxed opportunity for both the CarePartner and the person living with dementia to come together, socialize, and participate in simple, engaging, and meaningful activities quarterly. The disease can be isolating, and friends and family often find it challenging to adapt as capabilities and dynamics shift within the relationship. This group is best suited for individuals in the earlier stages of symptoms.
