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Program:
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East Algoma Satellite Office - Elliot Lake
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Address:
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9 Oakland Blvd
Elliot Lake, ON
P5A 2T1
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Executives:
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Terry Caporossi - Executive Director
705-942-2195 * terrycaporossi@alzheimeralgoma.org
Clorinda Rancourt - Manager, Clinical Services
clorindarancourt@alzheimeralgoma.org
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Service Description:
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Supports for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their caregivers
First Link - Networking for people affected by Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia, to a community of learning, services and support
Education programs and resources - Education, awareness programs, and resources for the general public and health care providers on Alzheimer’s disease
Volunteer companion program - Respite and companionship for a minimum of 2 hours a week by trained volunteers
Support groups and programs - Support groups and programs for people with dementia, and their families members and friends
Recreational therapy - In-home personalized recreation therapy to people affected by dementia
Behaviour support facilitator - Assists caregivers to develop strategies for clients who are experiencing responsive behaviours
Finding your way - Practical advice, information, and education on how to keep people with dementia safe
MedicAlert Safely Home Program - National registry that helps people with dementia to return home safely if they become lost * information will be shared with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police only for locating a missing person
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Application:
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Call * no referral required * accepts referrals from family, friends and health care providers * complete theOnline referral form
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their caregivers
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Identified for the provision of French language services
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Area Served:
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Sault Ste Marie and area
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