The Alzheimer Society of Calgary recognizes the role many families play in providing care for other family members.
Many people do not see themselves as family caregivers even though they are giving their time and energy to help another person manage their activities of daily living.
One of the most important things you, as a family caregiver, can do is look after yourself. You can effectively continue to care for someone else only if you look after your own health - physically, emotionally and spiritually.
The Alzheimer Society of Calgary operates Club 36 - an adult day support program for people with dementia. The Club provides meaningful activities including community outings, baking, gardening, music and individual hobbies such as woodworking. Club 36 offers participants a meaningful day that maximizes the individual's independence and abilities in a caring, supportive environment. It also provides caregivers a chance for respite.
"Words cannot express my gratitude to Club 36 for the two days of care they provide. Without a doubt this has enabled me to keep him home, which is my heart's desire."
Club 36 was one of the first day programs and has provided quality dementia care for 20 years. Please read our DCP Annual Report.
The Society offers many programs and services under our Family Education Series. Find out more about Empowered Care.
Support and Services
The information in this section is provided to answer some of the questions you may have about the various kinds of support and services that are available through the Alzheimer Society of Calgary and other agencies.
If you have questions you would rather ask in person, the Alzheimer Society of Calgary offers the free services of a registered social worker who specializes in providing information for individuals and families living with dementia. You can call our offices weekdays to arrange an in-office appointment or just talk on the phone.
The Alzheimer Society of Calgary is open Monday - Thursday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
We are 3 blocks north of the Chinook LRT station, on the corner of 2 St and 58 Ave SW.
Visitor parking is located in the lot directly north of our building. Limited street parking is also available in the area.
(403) 290-0110 or toll-free 1-877-569-HELP (4357)
You can also send a confidential email to our Support Services Intake Coordinator at familysupportcoordinator@alzheimercalgary.com.