The Alzheimer Society was incorporated in 1981 as the regional arm of a provincial and national non-profit organization dedicated to the improved well-being of people living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
While it is not possible to restore brain function to brain cells damaged by Alzheimer's disease, there are treatments and strategies that can help both the person with the disease as well as their caregiver. The Alzheimer Society of Calgary offers education and support to families and professionals within the Alberta Health Services Calgary Zone.
In this section you will find information on:
| Mission | Vision |
| Principles | Programs and Services |
| Research | Service Reach |
Mission
The mission of the Alzheimer Society of Calgary is to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias and promote the search for a cause and cure.
Vision
We strive for a future that will see:
- the discovery of the cause and cure for Alzheimer's disease.
- the personal and social consequences of dementia significantly reduced.
- enhanced quality of life for persons with dementia, their families and caregivers.
- access to quality dementia care from disease onset through life.
- increased respect, support and early intervention for persons with dementia and their caregivers.
Principles
- Person-Centred - we are committed to treating persons with dementia and their caregivers with respect, dignity and compassion at all times.
- Outcome-Driven - we are committed to evidence-based best practices that deliver results that meet the needs of those we serve.
- Advocates for choice - we are committed to empowering the people we serve with the knowledge that will enable them to make informed choices.
- Barrier-Free Access - we strive for accessible services that will meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve.
- Accountable and Responsible - we are committed to efficient practices and to effective, sustainable stewardship of all assets entrusted to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary.
- Collaboration and Partnerships - we are committed to working with others in order to leverage resources to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
- Capacity Building - we are committed to increasing our own capacity and the ability of the community to support persons living with dementia and their caregivers.
Programs and Services
Dementia Care Training Centre
The Dementia Care Training Centre was launched in 2004 to offer care providers the most up-to-date knowledge, strategies and best practices for effective person-centred care. For more information, please explore one of the following links:
- Staff Training - Best Friends™ Approach, Dementia, Depression and Delirium, and Practical Dementia Care
- Family Education - Caring with Confidence, Considering Long Term Care
- Public Information - Community Information Forums
Family Support Services
The Alzheimer Society of Calgary offers numerous services designed to provide practical and emotional support to individuals and families living with dementia. For more information, please explore one of the following links:
Club 36 Day Programs
Club 36 provides meaningful, person-centred activities for persons living with dementia as well as respite for caregivers, enabling them to provide ongoing quality of life at home.
Research
In addition to providing programs and services, all Canadian societies also support national research that may lead to the discovery of a cause and cure. Visit the Alzheimer Society of Canada website for information on current research, emerging developments and the Alzheimer Society Research Program.
Service Reach
The Alzheimer Society of Calgary provides services within the Calgary Zone. This pdf version of a map of the region includes a list of facilities in Calgary and surrounding rural communities.
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