The Alzheimer Society's Resource Centres help those concerned with or facing dementia build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to maintain quality of life. Resource Centres offer information, educational opportunities, support groups, and the ability to speak directly with a knowledgeable team member. Contact the Resource Centre in your area for services in local communities.

Upcoming Events

Family Caregiver Series (4 sessions) - Kelowna, B.C.
February 03, 2012 10:00 AM to February 24, 2012 12:00 PM

Location:
CBD Network - (2033 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, B.C.)

Family Caregiver Series (5 sessions) - Nelson and Area
February 16, 2012 07:00 PM to March 29, 2012 09:00 PM

Location:
Selkirk College, Nelson Silver King Campus

Heads up: An Introduction to Brain Health - Nelson, B.C.
March 05, 2012 07:00 PM to March 05, 2012 09:00 PM

Location:
Selkirk College - Nelson Silver King Campus

Family Caregiver Series (2 full-day sessions) - Trail and Area
April 13, 2012 09:30 AM to April 27, 2012 03:30 PM

Location:
Selkirk College, Trail Campus

Heads Up: An Introduction to Brain Health - Castlegar, B.C.
April 16, 2012 07:00 PM to April 16, 2012 09:00 PM

Location:
Selkirk College - Castlegar Campus



Recent News

The January 2012 edition of the First Link® bulletin features the annual fundraising event Investors Group Walk for Memories. Read more...

The holidays are a time of family, friends and generosity. The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is a grateful recipient of many end-of-year donations during this time of giving. We want to take a moment to put a face to those who receive your support. Read More...

On Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011, the 9th Annual Ralph Robinson Memorial Golf Tournament was held at Skaha Meadows Golf Course in Penticton. Read more...

What does a face of dementia look like to you? Tell us what you think and find out what others have to say in the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s first ever social media campaign. Read more...

We are pleased to announce that Larry Okotinsky has joined the Alzheimer Society of B.C. as Director of Finance and Administration. Learn more…




Resource Centres

* Please call ahead for an appointment *

North & Central Okanagan

Serving: Armstrong, Enderby, Kelowna, Lake Country, Lumby, Oyama, Peachland, Revelstoke, Rutland, Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento, Vernon, West Kelowna

Alzheimer Resource Centre
865 Bernard Avenue
Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 6P6

Phone
250-860-0305
Toll-free
1-800-634-3399
First Link®          (Read more about First Link® )
250-860-0750
First Link® Toll-free
1-888-760-0750
Fax
250-860-0418

Main Contacts
Lila Sofonoff, First Link Coordinator
lsofonoff@alzheimerbc.org

Jennifer Hamilton, Support & Education Coordinator
jhamilton@alzheimerbc.org

Melanie Wasylyshen, Minds in Motion Coordinator & Administrative Assistant
mwasylyshen@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups


North Okanagan - Vernon

Serving: Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Oyama, Revelstoke, Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento, Vernon

Alzheimer Resource Centre (Vernon) - By appointment only

Phone
250-860-0305
Toll-free
1-800-634-3399
First Link®
250-860-0750
First Link®Toll-free
1-888-760-0750
Fax
250-860-0418

Main Contacts
First Link® Coordinator
mmccabe@alzheimerbc.org

Jennifer Hamilton, Support & Education Coordinator
jhamilton@alzheimerbc.org

Melanie Wasylyshen, Minds in Motion Coordinator & Administrative Assistant
mwasylyshen@alzheimerbc.org

South Okanagan & Similkameen

Serving: Bridesville, Cawston, Greenwood, Keremeos, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton, Princeton, Summerland

Alzheimer Resource Centre
104 - 35 Westminster Avenue East
Penticton, B.C. V2A 1H7

Phone

250-493-8182
Toll-free
1-888-318-1122
Fax
250-493-6833

Main Contacts
Laurie Myres, Support & Education Coordinator
lmyres@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups


West Kootenay

Serving: Boswell, Castlegar, Grand Forks, Gray Creek, Midway, Nakusp, Nelson, Riondel, Salmo, Slocan, Trail, Kaslo, New Denver

Phone
250-352-6788
Toll-free
1-877-452-6788
Fax
250-352-6785

Main Contacts
Linda Hoskin, Support & Education Coordinator
lhoskin@alzheimerbc.org

Support Groups


East Kootenay

Serving: Cranbrook, Creston, Fernie, Golden, Kimberley, Invermere

Served by the Dementia Helpline
Toll-free 1-800-936-6033
Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Main Contacts
Jan Robson, Dementia Helpline Coordinator
jrobson@alzheimerbc.org