September is World Alzheimer Month.

One of the cornerstone programs for Alzheimer patients is the First Link Client Support program.

Jessica Harper, the Senior Manager of the program in Manitoba, explains what it offers to patients and their caregivers.

“Our staff navigates conversations with families around warning signs and getting a diagnosis, talking about what is dementia and what to expect throughout the disease’s progression, understanding behaviour changes, navigating changes and care needs, housing transitions, different community resources that are available, helping support individuals and families through the panelling process and transition into long term care.”

Harper says First Link can be accessed through a referral by a medical professional or through self-referral.

To find out more about First Link go to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba’s website at alzheimer.mb.ca

You can also learn more by tuning in to Thompson Today this afternoon at 12:40 and 5:10.