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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers
Program: Public Education and Training
Organizations: Alzheimer Society of Durham Region
Phone Numbers: 905-576-2567
Toll-Free: 1-888-301-1106
Fax: 905-576-2033
Email: information@alzheimerdurham.com
Website: www.alzheimer.ca/durham
Address: 1600 Stellar Dr, Suite 202
Whitby, ON
L1N 9B2
Intersection: Thickson Rd S and Champlain Ave
Location: Whitby
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Executives: Gillian Barrie - Chief Executive Officer
905-576-2567 ext 5223 * gbarrie@alzheimerdurham.com
Contacts: Ashley Ferraccioli - Manager, Community Engagement and Training
905-576-2567 ext 5238 * aferraccioli@alzheimerdurham.com
Service Description: Offers:
  • Education offered to those living with early stage dementia and mild cognitive impairment
  • Education offered to care partners at all stages of the dementia through a variety of seminars including an 8 week self-management program,Taking Control of Our Lives
  • Education and training for healthcare providers, healthcare students, care providers, and volunteers including U-First!, and Gentle Persuasive Approaches
  • Speaker's Series for public presentations to community groups and healthcare providers
  • Dementia Friendly Community Training and Virtual Dementia Tour for public organizations, healthcare groups, individuals
Fees: fees for some workshops and training
Application: Call * no referral required
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: people with questions/concerns related to adult onset memory problems and dementia
Languages: English ; French
Area(s) Served: Durham Region

This information was last completely updated on: 3-10-2025


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