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The Reitman Centre Enhancing Care Program - CARERS Program

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1600 Stellar Dr, Suite 202
Whitby, ON
L1N 9B2
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905-576-2567
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Toll-Free: 1-888-301-1106
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Fax: 905-576-2033
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Application
Call * no referral required
Eligibility / Target Population
People who regularly provide physical, social, or emotional supports * assessment is required before confirming enrolment
Fees
Free
Executives
Gillian Barrie - Chief Executive Officer
905-576-2567 ext 5223 * gbarrie@alzheimerdurham.com
Contacts
Simone Ma - Director of Clinical Services
905-391-6003 * sma@alzheimerdurham.com
Languages
English
Language Notes
French programs offered * French website
Area Served
Durham Region
Accessibility
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Description of Services:
CARERS (Coaching, Advocacy, Respite, Education, Relationship, Simulation) Program - 8-week program for family caregivers of people with early and mid-stage dementia * learn how to deal with common challenges

TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program - 4-week program for care partners of persons with dementia * therapeutic group intervention to provide education and coping skills * includes topics such as:
  • self-care
  • system navigation
  • planning for the future 
  • The Changing Relationship
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