Grief has been identified as the “constant yet hidden companion” of dementia.
Caregivers often experience a continuous and profound sense of loss and subsequent grief as they live through the changes associated with the progression of the disease.
Ambiguous loss is a type of loss you feel – and accompanying stress and grief – when a spouse or parent is still here, but not present in the same way as before.
Ambiguous loss is different from the loss and grief associated with death, as there is less certainty. Feelings of grief and loss when a person is still living with dementia, can come from multiple losses, one after another, and the thought of those still to come.
Feelings of ambiguous loss complicate grief, and can make the caregiving experience even harder.
All of our support groups are inclusive environments for people of different ethnicities, cultures or persons who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Listen to this short audio clip for more on ambiguous loss and dementia from Dr. Pauline Boss, who coined the term.
Other helpful introductions to the topic:
Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia
Boss, P. (2011). Loving someone who has dementia: How to find hope while coping with stress and grief. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass
What to Expect?
The Ambiguous Loss Support Group assists care partners to work through the feelings of ambiguous loss and grief that are experienced when someone close to you has dementia.
The goal is to help you build up enhanced coping strategies that will support you in your role as a caregiver, and to help you plan for the future.
Here’s what past participants said were the biggest takeaways from the group:
“Feelings, positive and negative, don’t define who you are and are all okay”
“The connectedness, the advice, and a place where everything could be shared and was believed. One could laugh and cry and was understood by everyone”
“Everyone’s honesty about their real struggles. Admitting to anger and sometimes improper responses to their spouses. Knowing my struggles are common to others”
“Community, support, knowing I am not in this alone”
The weekly support group is time limited and facilitated over 8 weeks/sessions, and is considered a closed group, meaning members will be the same throughout all 8 sessions. Each session will be structured around a specific focus and topic, including facilitated discussion lead by Alzheimer Society staff.
Similar to other support groups, members will also have time within the session to share their stories and experiences with the other members.
Past participants shared what they found helpful about this group, compared to other support groups:
“The caregiver support groups often have practical tips to help on the journey. The ambiguous loss group focused on how to help myself”
“It was more in-depth with feelings and emotions”
“Less into the practicalities, and more into the grieving”
Best-Fit Factors
- Experience attending a regular care partner support group (highly recommended, but not required) where conversations around managing day-to-day practical supports and group problem-solving how to navigate transitions in care
- A general understanding of the community resources that are available (e.x. Home Care, geriatric assessment teams, long-term care, the paneling process, etc. – as community resources will not be the focus of discussion)
- Willingness and comfort to engage in group discussion, including sharing personal experience around feelings of grief and loss.
- Willingness to share the allotted discussion time with other attendees, so all participants have the opportunity to share their emotions, thoughts and feelings related to agenda topic(s).
- Familiarity with the handout ‘Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia: A Resource for Individuals and Families.’ Reference link above
**Please note, participants may be at any stage in the dementia journey.**
When are the Groups?
Ambiguous loss support groups will be meeting at the following dates and times:
- Ambiguous Loss Support Group for Spousal Care Partners
Thursday February 16th to April 6th, from 10 – 11:30 am
Location: ZOOM - Ambiguous Loss Support Group for Adult Children
Thursday February 16th to April 6th, from 7 – 8:30 pm
Location: ZOOM
Registration
Care partners are encouraged to contact their Client Support/Regional Coordinator to engage in further discussion about registration.
General questions and inquiries, including additional information, may also be directed to the Alzheimer Society at (204) 943-6622, or alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca.
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Feelings of ambiguous loss complicate grief, and can make the caregiving experience even harder.
All of our support groups are inclusive environments for people of different ethnicities, cultures or persons who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Listen to this short audio clip for more on ambiguous loss and dementia from Dr. Pauline Boss, who coined the term.
Other helpful introductions to the topic:
Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia
Boss, P. (2011). Loving someone who has dementia: How to find hope while coping with stress and grief. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass
What to Expect?
The Ambiguous Loss Support Group assists care partners to work through the feelings of ambiguous loss and grief that are experienced when someone close to you has dementia.
The goal is to help you build up enhanced coping strategies that will support you in your role as a caregiver, and to help you plan for the future.
Here’s what past participants said were the biggest takeaways from the group:
“Feelings, positive and negative, don’t define who you are and are all okay”
“The connectedness, the advice, and a place where everything could be shared and was believed. One could laugh and cry and was understood by everyone”
“Everyone’s honesty about their real struggles. Admitting to anger and sometimes improper responses to their spouses. Knowing my struggles are common to others”
“Community, support, knowing I am not in this alone”
The weekly support group is time limited and facilitated over 8 weeks/sessions, and is considered a closed group, meaning members will be the same throughout all 8 sessions. Each session will be structured around a specific focus and topic, including facilitated discussion lead by Alzheimer Society staff.
Similar to other support groups, members will also have time within the session to share their stories and experiences with the other members.
Past participants shared what they found helpful about this group, compared to other support groups:
“The caregiver support groups often have practical tips to help on the journey. The ambiguous loss group focused on how to help myself”
“It was more in-depth with feelings and emotions”
“Less into the practicalities, and more into the grieving”
Best-Fit Factors
- Experience attending a regular care partner support group (highly recommended, but not required) where conversations around managing day-to-day practical supports and group problem-solving how to navigate transitions in care
- A general understanding of the community resources that are available (e.x. Home Care, geriatric assessment teams, long-term care, the paneling process, etc. – as community resources will not be the focus of discussion)
- Willingness and comfort to engage in group discussion, including sharing personal experience around feelings of grief and loss.
- Willingness to share the allotted discussion time with other attendees, so all participants have the opportunity to share their emotions, thoughts and feelings related to agenda topic(s).
- Familiarity with the handout ‘Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia: A Resource for Individuals and Families.’ Reference link above
**Please note, participants may be at any stage in the dementia journey.**
When are the Groups?
Ambiguous loss support groups will be meeting at the following dates and times:
- Ambiguous Loss Support Group for Spousal Care Partners
Thursday February 16th to April 6th, from 10 – 11:30 am
Location: ZOOM - Ambiguous Loss Support Group for Adult Children
Thursday February 16th to April 6th, from 7 – 8:30 pm
Location: ZOOM
Registration
Care partners are encouraged to contact their Client Support/Regional Coordinator to engage in further discussion about registration.
General questions and inquiries, including additional information, may also be directed to the Alzheimer Society at (204) 943-6622, or alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca.
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All of our support groups are inclusive environments for people of different ethnicities, cultures or persons who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Listen to this short
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Other helpful introductions to the topic: Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia Boss, P. (2011).
Loving someone who has dementia: How to find hope while coping with stress and grief. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass
What to Expect?
The Ambiguous Loss Support Group assists care partners to work through the feelings of ambiguous loss and grief that are experienced when someone close to you has dementia. The goal is to help you build up enhanced coping strategies that will support you in your role as a caregiver, and to help you plan for the future.
Here’s what past participants said were the biggest takeaways from the group: “Feelings, positive and negative, don’t define who you are and are all okay” “The connectedness, the advice, and a place where everything could be shared and was believed. One could laugh and cry and was understood by everyone” “Everyone’s honesty about their real struggles. Admitting to anger and sometimes improper responses to their spouses. Knowing my struggles are common to others” “Community, support, knowing I am not in this alone” The weekly support group is time limited and facilitated over 8 weeks/sessions, and is considered a closed group, meaning members will be the same throughout all 8 sessions. Each session will be structured around a specific focus and topic, including facilitated discussion lead by Alzheimer Society staff. Similar to other support groups, members will also have time within the session to share their stories and experiences with the other members.
Past participants shared what they found helpful about this group, compared to other support groups: “The caregiver support groups often have practical tips to help on the journey. The ambiguous loss group focused on how to help myself” “It was more in-depth with feelings and emotions” “Less into the practicalities, and more into the grieving”Best-Fit Factors
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- A general understanding of the community resources that are available (e.x. Home Care, geriatric assessment teams, long-term care, the paneling process, etc. – as community resources will not be the focus of discussion)
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- Familiarity with the handout ‘Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia: A Resource for Individuals and Families.’ Reference link above
**Please note, participants may be at any stage in the dementia journey.**
When are the Groups?
Ambiguous loss support groups will be meeting at the following dates and times:- Ambiguous Loss Support Group for Spousal Care Partners Thursday February 16th to April 6th, from 10 – 11:30 am
Location: ZOOM
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Location: ZOOM
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Care partners are encouraged to contact their Client Support/Regional Coordinator to engage in further discussion about registration. General questions and inquiries, including additional information, may also be directed to the Alzheimer Society at (204) 943-6622, or
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Other helpful introductions to the topic: Ambiguous Loss and Grief in Dementia Boss, P. (2011).
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*limited* in-person caregiver support groups to help connect people with others living in a similar situation during these uncertain times and to ensure that families continue to have access to support and information.
Virtual Care Partner Support Groups In-Person Care Partner Support Groups Virtual Care Partner Support Groups
We are offering virtual caregiver support groups to help connect people with others living in a similar situation during these uncertain times and to ensure that families continue to have access to support and information.
When are the support groups?
We invite you to register for the support group that works best for your schedule regardless of your location. To register, please forward an email including:
- Full name
- Contact information (i.e. telephone number and email address)
- Date/time of group you are interested in attending
Our Alzheimer Society of Manitoba staff and volunteer facilitators are located throughout the province and look forward to meeting with you.
- First Monday of the month, from 7 to 8:30 pm alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca *This support group is geared towards adult children caring for a parent living with dementia.*
- Third Monday of the month, from 7 to 8:30 pm alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca *This support group is geared towards spouses of a person living with dementia.*
How do I join?
After you register, the support group facilitator will send a meeting invitation via email. This will include a link that will connect you directly to the meeting, including a Meeting ID code and password. A few minutes prior to the time of the scheduled support group meeting, you may log in by using the link provided and by following the prompts on the screen.
RETURN TO TOP OF PAGE In-Person Care Partner Support Groups
We are currently offering in-person sessions in our Provincial (Winnipeg), Westman, Interlake/Eastern and South Central areas. To register, please email the group you choose below.
Provincial (Winnipeg)- River Ridge II 2701 Scotia St
Fourth Tuesday of the month, from 7-8:30 pm alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca *Note: Per internal restrictions at River Ridge II, all participants are encouraged to wear a face mask at all times while in the building. *This support group will start on April 25th
- The Pembina Active Living 55+ 170 Fleetwood Road
Second Thursday of the month, from 10 - 11 am programs@pal55plus.ca *Please note this support group is facilitated by the Pembina Active Living Center in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.* *March’s session will be held on Thursday, March 16th instead of the 9th
- The United Church in Meadowood 1111 Dakota St
Second Monday of the month, from 2 - 3:30 pm alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca
- The Waverly & Rosewood 857 Wilkes Ave
Third Wednesday of the month, from 7 - 8:30 pm alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca * Note: Per internal restrictions at The Waverly & Rosewood, all participants are encouraged to wear a face mask at all times while in the building.
- Transcona Memorial United Church 209 Yale Ave W
First Wednesday of the month, from 10 - 11:30 am alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca
- Westwood Community Church 401 Westwood Drive
Fourth Thursday of the month, from 1-2:30 pm alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca
Interlake/Eastern North Central- Portage la Prairie Herman Prior Centre, 40 Royal Rd N
First Monday of the month at 1:30 – 3:00 pm alznc@alzheimer.mb.ca
Parkland- Dauphin Dauphin Active Living Senior Centre - 55 1st St. SE
Second Tuesday of the month at 1:30 pm alzprk@alzheimer.mb.ca
South Central- Dominion City Abbeyfield House, Box 69
Third Monday of the month at 10 am alzsc@alzheimer.mb.ca
- Carman Carman Active Living Centre, 7 Ed Belfour Dr
Last Wednesday of the month at 1 pm alzsc@alzheimer.mb.ca *March's session will be on Wednesday, March 22nd instead of the 29th.*
South Eastman- Steinbach Pat Porter Active Living Centre - 10 Chrysler Gate
Second Tuesday of the month at 10 - 11 am alzse@alzheimer.mb.ca *This support group is geared towards spouses of a person living with dementia.*
Westman- Boissevain Boissevain Library - 409 S Railway St
First Wednesday of the month at 2 - 3:30 pm alzwm@alzheimer.mb.ca
- Brandon Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Westman Office - 4B, 457-9th St
Third Wednesday of the month at 2 pm lmcleod@alzheimer.mb.ca
- Brandon Centre for Geriatric Psychiatry, Assiniboine Centre Conference Room, 4th Floor - 150 McTavish Ave E.
Fourth Wednesday of the month at 1:30 - 2:30 pm lmcleod@alzheimer.mb.ca
Questions? For more information, please call the Alzheimer Society at 204-943-6622."
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Having a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can lead to a variety of thoughts, feelings, and emotions, including feelings of worry or angst. Persons diagnosed may struggle in sharing about their experiences in living with dementia to friends or family, leading to feelings of loneliness or isolation. Our support groups for people with dementia provide participants with an opportunity to:
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- Monday January 16th to March 27th, from 10:30 - 11:30 am
Location: ZOOM
- Wednesday, January 18th to March 29th, from 10 - 11:30 am
Location: Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Boardroom, 10-120 Donald St.
- Thursday, January 19th to March 30th, from 10 - 11 am
Location: ZOOM
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204-943-6622 ext. 213
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