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Alzheimer Society - Sault Ste Marie and Algoma District - North Algoma Satellite Office - Wawa

North Algoma Satellite Office - Wawa

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37 Broadway Ave
Wawa
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705-856-0000
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Fax: 705-856-0336
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Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-3:30pm
Last updated: Jul 10, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Call * no referral required * accepts referrals from family, friends and health care providers * complete theOnline referral form

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

People with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their caregivers

Fees

Varies per program

Executives

Terry Caporossi - Executive Director
terrycaporossi@alzheimeralgoma.org

Contacts

Chris Rask - First Link Coordinator
chrisrask@alzheimeralgoma.org

Languages

English ; French

Language Note

Identified for the provision of French language services

Area(s) Served

Wawa and area

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Supports for adults with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias, and their caregivers

First Link - Networking for people affected by Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia, to a community of learning, services and support

Education programs and resources - Education, awareness programs, and resources for the general public and health care providers on Alzheimer’s disease

Support groups and programs - Support groups and programs for people with dementia, and their families members and friends

Volunteer companion program - Respite and companionship for a minimum of 2 hours a week by trained volunteers

Recreational therapy - Provides in-home personalized recreation therapy to people affected by dementia

Behaviour support facilitator - Assists caregivers to develop strategies for clients who are experiencing responsive behaviours

Finding Your Way - Offers practical advice, information and education on how to keep people with dementia safe

MedicAlert Safely Home - National registry that helps people with dementia to return home safely if they become lost * information will be shared with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police only for locating a missing person * national website: www.safelyhome.ca

Minds in Motion - A program that combines physical activity and mental and social stimulation for individuals with early to mid-stage Alzheimer's disease, and their care partners

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