Dementia is the loss of intellectual functions, such as thinking, remembering, and reasoning, impacting upon a person's daily functioning. It is not a disease in itself, but rather a group of symptoms that may accompany certain diseases or other conditions. Some of the better-known types of dementia include Alzheimer's, vascular, frontotemporal, and Lewy Body dementia. These terms may also be referred to by their new clinical grouping "neurocognitive disorders".
Support, education, and relief for caregivers become essential to optimize care for people living with dementia. Services are available that offer information, support, and respite care.
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These services are located outside of Collingwood & Area, but provide service to Collingwood & Area. |
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Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce
753 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2G9
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519-376-7230
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Alzheimer Society of Ontario
20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th Fl, Toronto, ON M4R 1K8
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416-967-5900
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Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County - Barrie
20 Anne St S, unit 3, Barrie, ON L4M 5R4
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705-722-1066
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LOFT Community Services - Behavioural Support Services - Mobile Support Team North
126 Wellington St W, Suite 216, Aurora, ON L4G 2N9
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1-844-798-6920
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