Alzheimer Society of BC, North & Central Okanagan
Minds in Motion
Record #:
KNA0198
Last Modified:
28 Jun 2024
Last Full Update:
28 Jun 2024
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 250.860.0305 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1.800.634.3399 |
| Fax | 250.860.0418 |
| Website | https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en/help-support/programs-services/minds-motion |
| Primary Contact | Andrea Campbell, Support & Education Coordinator, First Link; Minds in Motion Coordinator, North & Central Okanagan; Email: acampbell@alzheimerbc.org |
| Alternate Contact | Sherry Wezner, Support & Education Coordinator, First Link, North & Central Okanagan; Email: swezner@alzheimerbc.org |
| Primary Executive | Maribeth Friesen, Manager, North & Central Okanagan; Email: mfriesen@alzheimerbc.org |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/AlzheimerBC Instagram: www.instagram.com/AlzheimerBC/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/alzheimer-society-of-b-c- Twitter: twitter.com/AlzheimerBC YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/AlzheimerBC |
Description & Services
| Service Details | - Offers a physical fitness and social program for people experiencing early memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia with a friend, family member or care partner - Participants will stay physically active, meet and socialize with others living with dementia, get involved in activities such as ping pong, bingo, or other games, and have access to information about dementia and services as needed - The first component is a 45-minute low-impact fitness class lead by a fitness instructor - The staff and volunteers from the Alzheimer Society of BC welcome participants to social/activity time with light refreshments in the second part of the program |
| Eligibility | This program is designed for people with early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, such as memory loss, confusion, communication difficulties and changes in mood and behaviour, and is intended to be enjoyed with a care partner |
| How to Apply | Registration occurs through the recreation centres where Minds in Motion takes place. We encourage you to attend a trial session prior to registering. For additional information, please email or phone |
| Cost | Program |
| Meetings | Kelowna Wed, 1:30 - 3pm Parkinson Recreation Centre @ 1800 Parkinson Way Vernon Thu, 10 - 11:30am or 1 - 2:30pm Vernon Recreation Centre @ 3310 37th Ave |
Location
| Address & Map | 1664 Richter St, Unit 307 Kelowna, BC V1Y 8N3 |
| Located In Community | Kelowna |
| Major Intersection | Richter St and Leon Ave |
Other Details
| Languages | English |