Alzheimer Society of York Region - Young-Onset Caregiver Support Group

Application

Email or call to register * no referral required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

People who regularly provide physical, social, or emotional supports to people diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias younger than 65 years of age

Fees

Free

Contacts

Cassandra Calbert - Senior Social Worker
9057263477 * ccalbert@alzheimer-york.com

Languages

English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Hindi ; Portuguese ; Russian ; Tamil

Language Note

English

Area(s) Served

York Region

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Individual diagnosed younger than 65 years * peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues

Meetings

Meet with your peer virtually to share information on coping with, and caring for people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias using Zoom * Zoom meeting ID and password will be provided upon confirmation or registration. Contact 1-888-414-5550 if you are new to this, otherwise email Social Worker listed to register.