Useful Links

Alzheimer Knowledge Exchange (AKE)
Facilitates the exchange of information, innovation and expertise among caregivers, educators, researchers and policy-makers in Ontario

Alzheimer Society of Canada
Information about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias including resources and new research

Alzheimer Society of Ontario
Information about Alzheimer Society Chapters across Ontario

COTA Health
Nonprofit multidisciplinary agency  which offers community rehabilitation and mental health services to patients of all ages

Dementia Gateway 
Excellent learning resource for family caregivers and professional caregivers.

The Association of Frontotemporal Dementias
Information and resources about Frontotemporal dementias

Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc
Information and resources about Lewy Body Dementia

MedlinePlus
An American website with health information in over 40 languages.

Ontario Network of Internationally Trained Professionals Online: Personal Support Worker
Support and information for people seeking jobs and information about working as a PSW in Ontario

Ontario Community Support Association
OCSA members are community based not-for-profit organizations that provide services to help people live at home

Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
A non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to raising awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults

Personal Support Worker Canada
Information relevant to PSWs from across Canada

Personal Support Network of Ontario
A division of Ontario Community Services Association which tracks the latest trends and developments affecting PSWs

P.O.I.N.T Inc. (People and Organizations in North Toronto)
Serving North Toronto by improving availability and increasing awareness of the social and health services in the community through information, education and advocacy

PSW Canada   
Information about upgrades, jobs and resources for PSWs across Canada

Regional Geriatric Program in Toronto  
The RGP supports health care professionals in Toronto and surrounding regions in the provision of care that optimizes the function and independence of seniors

Toronto Dementia Network 
Dementia specific programs and services available in Toronto

The Regional Municipality of Hamilton
Excellent information on helping people with Alzheimer’s disease with their dental and oral care

U-First! 
U-First Wheel