Alzheimer Society of SK - Minds in Motion

COVID-19 UPDATE: Virtual Minds in Motion - Available Province Wide. Sessions and dates available online.

A two-hour, weekly program that runs for eight consecutive weeks. The program combines physical activity and socially stimulating mental activities.

Benefits for the person living with dementia

• Increased confidence and comfort with their diagnosis,
• Inclusion in community and
• Improved balance, mobility, flexibility and alertness.

Benefits for the caregiver

• Self-care: An opportunity to focus on their own health, rather than focusing exclusively on the needs of the person living with dementia,
• Pleasure from seeing the person that they care for enjoying themselves and
• Mutual support and learning from other care partners.

Benefits for all

• Sharpened mental functioning, sometimes lasting two to three days,
• Reduced sense of isolation,
• Improved balance, mobility, flexibility, strength and endurance and
• Supportive environments which encourage new friendships with others who are living the same.

Those with early stage dementia and a friend, family member, or caregiver

Alzheimer Society of SK - Minds in Motion is open See COVID-19 update below.

Call (800) 263-3367, or use the website.

Phone

(800) 263-3367

Website

https://alzheimer.ca/sk/en/help-support/programs-services/minds-motion