Thursday 2 January 2014

January is Alzheimer Awareness Month


Alzheimer's disease is a fatal, progressive and degenerative disease that destroys brain cells. It is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 64 per cent of all dementias in Canada.
Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. Symptoms include having difficulty remembering things, making decisions and performing everyday activities. These changes can affect the way a person feels and acts. There is currently no way to stop the disease, but research is improving the way we provide care and will continue to search for a cure. 

For more information, please visit the Alzheimer Society Canada website.

Leduc Eldercare Consultation Team

The Leduc Beaumont Devon Primary Care Network provides a specialized geriatric assessment service for seniors who have chronic, complex health issues.  Our goal is to ensure seniors living in Leduc, Beaumont and Devon enjoy optimal health and quality of life while remaining in the community for as long as possible.

We accept referrals for the following conditions:

• cognitive/behavioural concerns
• functional decline (falls, mobility issues)
• review of medications
• capacity assessment


For referral to the Leduc Eldercare Consultation Team, please talk to your LBD PCN family physician.