Service Information
Enhancing Care for Ontario Care Partners Program - Waterloo Wellington
Alzheimer Society of Waterloo Wellington
Category: Group Therapy
Target Population: Alzheimer/Dementia, Caregiver, Younger Onset Dementia
Service Details
Description:

This service consists of two programs, CARERS and TEACH. Programs are offered both in-person and via video-conferencing (virtual care) depending on program location.



TEACH Program:
- 4 weekly sessions, 1.5 hours per session, 8 care partners max in group
- Focuses on common caregiving themes including:
1. Self-care
2 Healthcare System Navigation
3. Relationship Changes
4. Future Planning
- Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
- Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners



CARERS Program:
- 8 weekly sessions, 2 hours per session, 6 care partners max in group
- Focuses on practical skills and emotional supports needed to care for people living with dementia
- Teaches problem solving techniques, a structured approach to address problems
- Coaches care partners in communication skills through the use of simulation
- Provides strategies for keeping a meaningful relationship with the person living with dementia


Languages: English, French
Cost to Client:
There is no charge for this service.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria:
  • Registrant acknowledges that an intake assessment is required to determine group that would best meet the individual needs of care partners.
  • Registrant must be currently supporting a person living with dementia.