Over 300,000 Ontarians are currently living with dementia, a number expected to rise to approximately 750,000 within the next 30 years. In this informative session, Alzheimer Society staff will offer valuable insights into various types of dementia, the 10 potential warning signs, common scenarios in which fire services may interact with individuals living with dementia, as well as effective communication strategies and local resources. We can also include common scenario discussions (if time allows). Attendees will also receive helpful resources, including communication tips for fire services, the First Responder Handbook, and other useful links.
Andy Gibb is the Public Education Coordinator – Dementia Friendly Communities for Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton.
Andy’s previous roles were in Scotland, where he is from, and included Senior residential care worker, community nurse and University lecturer in Health and Social Care. Andy has spent many years involved in the National Health Service working with individuals from all walks of life and all different backgrounds and partnering with various Fire, Police and Paramedic crews in his roles.
Having now moved to Canada, his goal within Alzheimer Society is to help make more Dementia Friendly Communities by working in partnership with businesses, councils, organizations, and services to enhance awareness, reduce stigma, and implement practical strategies to support those living with dementia.
