Services and
Programs
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Education and Awareness
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Information and Resource Centre
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Counseling
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Adult Day Programs-
- Dr. Jackalina VanKampen
- Dr. Colleen McQuarrie
- Dr. Annabel Cohen – AIRS
External Referrals
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Education and Awareness 
Presentations and Workshops Province-wide
Staff and volunteers raise awareness across the province. We offer a series of information sessions each having a unique focus on Alzheimer Disease and the people it affects. Workshops and education modules continue to be a priority for the Alzheimer Society of PEI. Please contact us for a training workshop or presentation near you.
 Wonder How Your Brain Works?
Check out “Inside the Brain” - an interactive online tour that shows how Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain. Click Here.
Information and Resource Centre
Telephone Support
Information packages regarding Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias is provided for individuals diagnosed, caregivers, and families. Our resources include brochures, books, journals, and DVD’s about Alzheimer and related dementias. The information is an invaluable resource for all those affected by this disease. We also donate resources to each of our public library systems, Hospitals including Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Prince County Hospital, Community and Long Term Care facilities.
Safely
Home -- Alzheimer Wandering
Registry
The Safely Home -- Alzheimer Wandering Registry is intended to facilitate the speedy reunion of people with Alzheimer Disease with their caregivers following an episode of wandering. It contains the names, addresses, and notification contacts for people with Alzheimer Disease and related diseases. Registering someone in Safely Home makes it easier for police to find a person with Alzheimer or related diseases who is lost and return them home safely. For further information or to receive a copy of the Safely Home Registration Form contact (902) 628-2257, toll free 1-866-628-2257 or visit our office at 166 Fitzroy Street, Charlottetown.
Personal
Care Book
The personal care book is a booklet about your relative, friend or resident who is living with a progressive dementia. This booklet provides vital information about techniques and strategies in caring for individual needs of people.
The information in this book provides information
about:
- Basic information
- Likes and Dislikes
- Life stories
- What is done in a typical day and month
- Daily routines
- Meal time information
- Special information for safety precautions and
concerns
- What activities they enjoy
- A personal journal
- It is very important that as a caregiver you prepare for emergencies. There may be a time when you cannot be with your family member. This book allows others to provide care effectively in your absence.
This booklet is recommended for people in all stages of Alzheimer disease or anyone with a progressive dementia. The earlier this booklet is filled out the easier it will be later for everyone. If your loved one is already in nursing care this book is even more essential. Now is the time that others have this critical information to give the highest level of care and support while reducing the stress and confusion.
To purchase a copy of the Personal Care Book or for more information,
please contact us.
Just
for Kids
Alzheimer's disease attacks the brain; it is not a normal part of aging. People with AD have a gradual memory loss and difficulties with language and emotions. The progressive loss of intellectual abilities is termed dementia. As the disease progresses, the person may need help in all aspects of life: bathing, eating, and using the bathroom. Because of this round-the-clock care, families and friends of people with AD are greatly affected. The disease is irreversible and there is currently no cure. Medications are available to help slow the progression of the disease. They are known to work for some people.
When a friend or family member has Alzheimer’s disease, you may feel upset, confused or scared. Alzheimer’s can be puzzling because a person who has it often doesn’t look sick. But when you spend time with people with Alzheimer’s you know that something is different.
The Alzheimer Society of P.E.I. is very impressed with the work done in this area by the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan. This page provides resources to help you learn about Alzheimer’s disease and understand how it affects you. It’s important to know that you are not alone. Alzheimer’s changes the lives of everyone it touches. Alzheimer’s affects everyone in the family – including the kids.
This page provides a link to the Alzheimers Society of Saskatchewan. They have done an excellent job of producing an interactive, informative program Just4Kids. Enjoy, explore and have fun. Click here for the website.
Counseling
Counseling Services
Professional counselling is available free of charge to people affected by Alzheimer disease and related dementias, their families and caregivers.
Telephone Support
Consultations via telephone is an effective link for people we serve province-wide. Individuals can receive information, support and referral. Callers outside the Charlottetown area please call Toll Free: 1-866-628-2257
Support Groups
Operated throughout the province and facilitated by
family caregivers, these groups provide information and mutual support
for those caring for people with Alzheimer and related diseases. For
information on a support group in your area contact our office.
Adult Day Programs
Day Respite
A social, home-like setting which offers:
- Participants with varying degrees of dementia an opportunity for meaningful engaging activities to optimize their intellectual and social capabilities
- Structured activities are based on participants' abilities, past interests and values
- Activities include: interaction with others, exercise, sensory stimulation, Music and reminiscent activities
The program bolsters self-esteem in the participants but is equally important to the caregiver. Knowing a loved one is safe and secure allows the family member freedom to pursue other activities independently. Research indicates: Caregivers (spouse, children, family) require respite time; respite and access to ongoing resources through education, support groups and counseling will delay placement of a loved one in Long Term Care.
Research
Rising tide of dementia projected to cost Islanders
$3.4 billion over next 30 years
Prevention, support and research can turn the tide, reveals NEW Alzheimer Society of PEI report.
Read the Report (PDF) - January 4, 2010 >
Islanders research contributions:
Under Construction – stay tuned!
Information to be included from:
Dr. Jackalina VanKampen
Dr. Colleen MacQuarrie
Dr. Annabel Cohen – AIRS
Mediation
Mediation focuses on achieving practical
agreements that
can be reached with the best interests of the person's care in mind.
The primary aim of mediation is to help family members negotiate a
workable way of sharing the caregiver load or of mutually agreeing on
important decisions greatly affecting the person living with the disease
Staff
The Alzheimer Society of P.E.I. is non-government
funded
and
volunteer driven. The staff is dedicated to delivering its many
services while developing creative fundraising strategies to support
those services. The Alzheimer Society has an 11-member board of
directors responsible for setting policy and supporting the efforts of
its' staff. Alzheimer P.E.I. is incorporated and is a registered
charity (#13879 1389 RR 0001)
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