People in the Central Okanagan living with dementia may face various challenges that could prevent them from maintaining a healthy lifestyle. To address some of these challenges, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is hosting a webinar series focusing on health and wellness in relation to dementia.
Residents will have an opportunity to hear from guest speakers sharing their expertise on topics including nutrition, dental care and physical activities. The webinar series takes place throughout May.
Currently, close to 50,400 care partners in B.C. provide support to someone living with dementia. Many of them may encounter day-to-day difficulties in looking after their person’s diet, dental hygiene and fitness.
“We hope the information shared in this webinar series can prepare families and care partners ahead of time,” says Sarah Eveneshen, Project Manager, Provincial Programs and Services at the Alzheimer Society of B.C. “When they encounter situations related to oral care or regulating appetite, they are well-equipped to respond to the needs.”
The webinar series is also beneficial for someone who lives with dementia, providing opportunities for them to learn what to expect as their diseases progresses. While they are able to exercise self-care, they can be more confident and experience a greater sense of well-being.
Topics for the five-part webinar series include:
To register for any of these free webinars, please visit alzbc.org/wellness.