This 8 - week program is for family caregivers of people with early and mid-stage dementia. An Accredited program of the Sinai Health System Reitman Centre CARERS Program, this is a fully integrated, comprehensive dementia care program that introduces the innovative use of standardized patients - actors trained to simulate real-life situations - so that caregivers, guided by expert clinical coaches, will learn how to deal with common challenging situations.

Goals of the Program:

• Enhance practical skills for caregivers
• Improve caregivers' coping and problem-solving skills
• Enhance caregivers' confidence in dealing with challenges
• Improve caregivers' social interaction and social support

Dates and Time - this is a 8-week program

Tuesdays, March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM

There may be concurrent programming for your family member with dementia on-site. This will be confirmed at the time of your screening call.