Living Well

Although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias, it is possible to continue to live and live well with dementia. You will find in this section information and resources that will help you do this by dealing with the emotions you may be experiencing, new ways to communicate and ways to enhance your quality of life.

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• How to talk to family, friends and neighbours about the disease
• How to share needs and wants with others
• How to communicate effectively

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• Dealing with feelings about your diagnosis or the diagnosis of your family member
• Coping with day-to-day emotions and feelings
• Dealing with stress and anxiety
• Managing depression
• Living and transforming with loss and grief
• Dealing with the stigma of dementias

Quality of Life
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• Tips and strategies for daily living
• Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
• Adapting leisure interests to meet new abilities
• Using assistive technology to remain independent
• Strategies for living alone
• How to meet others affected by dementia
• Becoming a peer mentor or advocate
• Being supported in the workplace
• Managing behaviours and triggers related to dementia

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