Those who have watched loved ones struggle with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia know the heartbreak of these neurological disorders characterised by memory loss. The Windsor-Essex Alzheimer’s Society provides support for those with dementia and their caregivers through three primary programs available to individuals and families in Essex: Day Haven, a full day care program of activities for those with dementia; The Social, exercise and cognitive activities for those at the early stages of diagnosis; and in home respite care. These programs support both those with dementia and provide space for primary caregivers to explore other activities. The importance of such programs for those with dementia and their caregivers is why these programs and their staffs are this year’s heroes.
Essex has a variety of organisations that support those with diverse accessibility needs including Lola's Roundtable, Refuel Respite, Life Day Respite, and Abode Respite Services. These organisations offer a variety of day programs to support diverse accessiblity needs while giving caregivers freedom to pursue whatever they need to continue to support their loved ones. The importance of such programs for those with diverse accessibility needs and their caregivers is why we have named these organisations and their staffs as this year's heroes.
We are grateful to Lola's Roundtable, Refuel Respite, Life Day Respite, and Abode Respite Services for the fun, creative programs they offer to enable individuals with diverse accessibility needs to experience friendship, and meaningful engagement. Click on the the names to learn more about each of these programs.
Thank you to local businesses who contributed items towards this year's online auction. All are encouraged to show gratitude by visiting these businesses:
Beginning by honouring the heroes of the Essex Explosion, this annual event celebrates those whose care for others isn't always noticed. Since that first year, our celebrations have recognised: