Our Mission
Educating and supporting those caring for someone
living with dementia.
You Are Not Alone.
dementia (dih-men-shuh)
: a usually progressive condition (such as Alzheimer’s disease) marked by the development of multiple cognitive deficits (such as memory impairment, aphasia, and the inability to plan and initiate complex behaviour)
bytes (bahyts)
: the storage space in a memory
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“My loved one has been diagnosed with dementia. I’m so overwhelmed and don’t know what to do next.”
When you hear the news that you or a loved one have been diagnosed with dementia, it can be very overwhelming. So many questions go through your head. What do I do next? What calls do I need to make? What will happen if the disease gets worse? How do I prepare? Here are the first two steps that we recommend.
Step 1 - Buy A Journal
This journey can be a lengthy one. There is a LOT of information to remember throughout this entire process. Investing in a nice journal will help you keep track of information, people you have spoken to, places you have looked at and other important information about you or your loved one.
Step 2 - Call The LHIN
Now that you have your journal, it’s time to call your Local Health Integration Network - otherwise known as the LHIN. (This may be called something different in your city.) They will provide a Care Coordinator who will work with you during your journey to help find the services that you need.
What’s The Difference?
Stay At Home
Home Care refers to the act of having a care provider visit your home and offer healthcare related services.
Home care is a cost effective alternative to staying in a long-term care home or a retirement home. Individuals can remain in the comfort of their home, preserving their independence while still receiving the care that they need. A Personal Support Worker (PSW) or a Nurse can be sent to your home if needed.
Depending where you live, the average cost of a Personal Support Worker is $25 to $35 per hour, while a Nurse may cost $50 to $70 per hour.
Retirement Living
A retirement home is a privately paid residency for seniors who can direct their own care. This means that unlike long-term care homes, retirement homes are best suited for individuals who want an independent lifestyle but may need a bit more support with their daily living activities. Essentially, retirement homes provide a safe, comfortable, home-like environment.
Retirement homes offer four main types of service:
Independent Supported Living
Assisted Living
Dementia/Memory Care
Short Term Stays
Long Term Care
Long-Term Care (sometimes called a nursing home) is a place where seniors can live and receive help with their daily activities, such as eating or bathing.
Long-term care homes also provide 24-hour nursing and personal care, and therefore are best suited for people who have difficulty directing their own care.
Long-Term Care offers two types of accommodations:
Basic Accommodation
Private Accommodation
In Ontario, all applications and admission to long-term care homes are arranged by the LHIN.
(Information courtesy of Close The Gap)
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Today, we are at a tipping point.
The number of Canadians with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease is rising sharply, due primarily to our aging population.
You can help. Join the movement and help support families living with dementia.