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Advance Care Planning Guide
The government of Ontario has produced the Guide to Advance Care Planning as part of Ontario's Strategy for Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias. It provides valuable information for seniors on making choices about personal care including health care (treatment and services), food, living arrangements and housing, clothing, hygiene and safety.
Source: Ontario Seniors Secretariat
Aging & Mental Health
Growing older is an experience we all share and many of us worry about. Coping with all these changes is difficult, but it can be done. It is, therefore, very important to think carefully about what will happen to you as you age and how you are going to deal with the changes that will happen.
Source: Canadian Mental Health Association
Aging Parents - Canadian Mental Health Association
Becoming a caregiver to parents involves major changes for all concerned - physically, emotionally, socially and financially. If you are concerned about your relationship with your aging parents, we hope this pamphlet will help you and your parents adjust to your new roles.
Source: Canadian Mental Health Association
Alzheimer Care
Caregiving information and support for caregivers of people with Alzheimer Disease and related dementias from the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada
Alzheimer's Disease - Alzheimer Society
This site describes Alzheimer's Disease, who it affects, what is known about the causes, the warning signs, how the disease is diagnosed, and the stages of the disease. Also find answers to common questions, information on related dementias, a resource section and much more.
C-Health: Your Health and Wellness Source - Senior's Health
This Web site provides health information: thousands of in-depth, physician-reviewed articles on drugs and conditions, as well as the latest health news, medical research and clinical trials to keep you updated on the latest treatments and diagnostic techniques.
Source: chealth.canoe.ca
Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health
The mission of the Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health ( <abbr title="Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health"> CCSMH </abbr>) is to promote the mental health of older persons/seniors by connecting people, ideas and resources.
Source: Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health
Caregiving Strategies for Older Adults with Delirium,Dementia and Depression
This best practice guideline focuses on assisting all nurses (<abbr>RN</abbr>s and <abbr>RPN</abbr>s) who provide care to clients with delirium, dementia and depression in the acute, long-term and community care settings. This guideline incorporates best practices related to caregiving strategies of older adult aged 65 years and older with delirium, dementia and depression.
Source: Registered Nurses Association of Ontario
Caring for Someone With Alzheimer's Disease? Take Care of Yourself Too!
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer Disease requires time and energy. It can be a demanding task. Knowing and recognizing the signs of stress in yourself or someone you care about is the first step towards taking action. This brochure includes 10 signs of caregiver stress, and 10 ways to reduce caregiver stress.
Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada
Help for Today, Hope for Tomorrow
This Web page gives information on the programs and services provided by the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Screening for Delirium, Dementia and Depression in the Older Adult
This guideline focuses on: (1) Practice recommendations: directed at the nurse to guide practice regarding assessment and screening for delirium, dementia and depression in older adults; (2) Education recommendations: directed at educational institutions and organizations in which nurses work to support its implementation; (3) Organization and policy recommendations: directed at practice settings and the environment to facilitate nurses? practice; (4) Evaluation and monitoring indicators.
Source: Registered Nurses Association of Ontario
Seniors Health - Public Health Agency of Canada
Public Health Agency of Canada provides a wealth of information on health concerns affecting seniors
Source: Public Health Agency
Services for Seniors Guide
This guide provides information about Government of Canada services and programs for seniors and their families.
Source: Service Canada
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