September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and while it’s a month where additional attention is given to the disease, for those who are living with it, they never stop focusing on it. Resources are essential to those dealing with the day-to-day reality of living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Below are some local resources to support you and your loved one in managing the effects of Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

1. Carefor Health & Community Services

• Services:
  • Four adult day programs for people living with dementia:
    • Carling Adult Day Program
    • Perley Adult Day Program
    • Vince Malette Functional Fitness Program
    • Finch Adult Day Program
  • Respite House: 12 bed facility offering overnight respite care for up to 90 days a year.
  • Richmond Care Home: 16-unit retirement home for women living with dementia.
• Website: carefor.ca
• Phone: 833-922-2734

2. Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

• Services: Offers education, support groups, and resources for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. They also provide information on community services.
• Website: https://dementiahelp.ca/
• Phone: 613-523-4004

3. Champlain Dementia Network

• Services: A network that provides resources and coordinates dementia care across the Champlain region, including Eastern Ontario. They offer tools for caregivers and information on local services.
• Website: champlaindementianetwork.ca
• Phone: 613-722-2267

4. Alzheimer Society of Canada

• Services: Offers education and resources for individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
• Website: https://alzheimer.ca/ottawa/
• Phone: 343-630-1841

5. Champlain Healthline

• Services: List of resources, services and programs available to you in your region.
• Website: champlainhealthline.ca

6. Bruyère Memory Program

• Services: Dedicated medical clinic specializing in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Website: bruyere.org/en/memory-program
• Phone: 613-562-6322

7.  Seniors’ Centres and Community Programs

• Services: Many local seniors’ centres offer programs and support groups for people with dementia and their families. Check with local community centers for specific offerings.
  • Good Companions – Ottawa
  • Ottawa West Community Support – Ottawa
  • Rural Ottawa South Support Services – South Ottawa
  • Prescott-Russell Community Support Services – Alexandria
  • Olde Forge Community Resource Centre – Ottawa
  • Marianhill Dementia Adult Day Program – Pembroke

These organizations and services can offer a range of services from direct support and education to help navigating the healthcare system and accessing local resources.