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Program:
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The Reitman Centre Enhancing Care Program - CARERS Program
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Phone Numbers:
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905-576-2567
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Toll-Free:
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1-888-301-1106
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Fax:
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905-576-2033
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Address:
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1600 Stellar Dr, Suite 202
Whitby, ON
L1N 9B2
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Intersection:
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Thickson Rd S and Champlain Ave
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Location:
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Whitby (South)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
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Executives:
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Gillian Barrie - Chief Executive Officer
905-576-2567 ext 5223 * gbarrie@alzheimerdurham.com
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Public Contacts:
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Christina McConachie - Manager, Client Services
905-576-2567 ext 5242 * cmcconachie@alzheimerdurham.com
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Service Description:
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CARERS (Coaching, Advocacy, Respite, Education, Relationship, Simulation) Program - 8-week program for family caregivers of people with early and mid-stage dementia * learn how to deal with common challenges
TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program - 4-week program for care partners of persons with dementia * therapeutic group intervention to provide education and coping skills * includes topics such as:
- self-care
- system navigation
- planning for the future
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The Changing Relationship
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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Call * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People who regularly provide physical, social, or emotional supports * assessment is required before confirming enrolment
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Durham Region
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Last Updated:
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3/10/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=186942
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