Tri-Cities Caregivers Connections, along with Fraser Health, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. and the People's Law School, is holding an information session next month for people who care for a parent, a friend or a spouse.
The session, which will run from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 24 at Port Coquitlam's Wilson Centre, will include presentations from a case manager from Fraser Home Health, a representative from the Alzheimer Society of BC, a physiotherapist and a lawyer. Topics for discussion will include:
navigating the health system as an advocate;
home supports and housing options;
resources and programs available through the Alzheimer Society;
memory loss and signs of dementia;
how to make the home a safe place;
a caregiver's legal needs;
understanding power of attorney.
Cost is $5 per person; to register, call Wilson Centre at 604-297-7970.
For information, call Linda Western at 605-927-7917.
