What you'll learn

Learn more about dementia

Explore simple strategies that can create a more supportive, inclusive and welcoming community for people affected by the disease

Develop communication techniques that are effective and appropriate

Identify resources to receive additional assistance

Meet the speaker

Julia Savalli

Guest Speaker from Alzheimer Society of B.C

Julia Savalli is a Support and Education Coordinator at the Alzheimer Society of B.C. and Yukon. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology and Psychology from SFU and a Social Service Worker Diploma specializing in gerontology from Langara College. Julia is dedicated to supporting people affected by dementia through education and person centred care. The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is committed to ensuring that the voices of people living with dementia and caregivers inform all aspects of the society's work, helping it to better assess community needs and develop both policy and strategy, as well as supporting dementia research.

Jump start your learning journey!

Hear from our external guest speakers speak to how your housing co-op can become a dementia-friendly community. Member fee - $50.00 Non-Member fee $100.00

$50.00