Compassionate Communities and Circle of Connection

April 25, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET

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Compassionate Communities (Québec)

By bringing together the strengths of the local community and healthcare system, Compassionate Communities can help people identify their needs related to bereavement and significant losses to define the appropriate solutions. Working collaboratively ensures that everyone receives practical support and focuses on promoting health and end-of-life care.

Speakers:

Émilie Lessard, Ph.D., Participatory Evaluation Lead, Canada Research Chair in Partnership with patients and communities, Centre de recherche du CHUM
Cynthia Lapointe, Compassionate Community Development Project Manager for the West Island Region, Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence

Circle of Connection, Drumheller Community Seniors Coalition (Alberta)

The Circle of Connection program is designed to provide social interaction, support, and activities to people living with dementia, their families, support people, and those at risk of isolation or without a social support network. These outings help familiarize participants with what’s in their community, reveal individual interests among the participants, and educate the venues about supporting those living with dementia as part of their activities. Circle of Connection has also started a program to support caregivers connecting with other caregivers in the community.