This 8 - week program is for family caregivers of people with early and mid-stage demenita. 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

Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm and

Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

There will be special programming for your family member with dementia on-site.