Webinars

Learn about dementia from anywhere by participating in one of our live webinars – all you need is a computer, tablet or phone!

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You can sign up for upcoming webinars below, or review our on-demand video content about a range of different topics about living with dementia. You can also subscribe to receive regular webinar updates.

The most recent webinars were Responding to late-day confusion on February 25 and Accessing dementia services and support on February 18.  

View our videos in Punjabi and in Cantonese.

How to register

To participate, click on the webinar time that works for your schedule – you'll be provided with instructions on how to sign in. If you register at least 24 hours before a session, you'll also receive an email reminder.

**Please note that we now use ZOOM to present our webinars. For the best experience, please download Zoom app in advance of the meeting. How to connect and join a Zoom meeting.**

Upcoming webinars

Research connects I Blood-based biomarker testing with Dr. Mari DeMarco and Dr. Natanya Russek 
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PST

Biomarkers are signals of health or disease used by physicians as part of their diagnostic toolkit. Dr. Mari DeMarco is Clinical Chemist at Providence Health Care and Clinical Professor in UBC’s Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Dr. Natanya Russek is a UBC Behavioural Neurology and Dementia Fellow and Clinical Instructor with UBC’s Division of Geriatric Medicine.  

Join us to: 

  • Learn the latest updates in Alzheimer’s disease biomarker testing.   
  • Understand the role of blood-based biomarkers in early detection and timely intervention. 

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Webinar I Mapping your journey: Stages and progression of dementia
Wednesday, March 11 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PST

While each dementia journey is unique, there are some signposts to the stages of dementia.  

Join us to learn: 

  • What to expect as the disease progresses  
  • How you can manage changes as they happen 

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Webinar I Equip yourself: Knowledge and skills to help get the support you need  
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PST

Join us to gain the skills and knowledge you need to advocate for yourself and your family member along the dementia journey, including:  

  • Responding to common challenges 
  • Getting a diagnosis  
  • Accessing home support 

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Lived experience I Dementia unscripted 
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. PST

Join us for an open, honest dialogue with people who are redefining what it means to live well with dementia and mild cognitive impairment.   

In this candid conversation, you'll hear how our panelists:  

  • Embrace life fully  
  • Navigate change with resilience  
  • Find joy even in the face of adversity  

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You can also subscribe to receive regular webinar updates.
To learn more about other virtual education opportunities, click here.

For more information

If you have additional questions about our webinars and whether they're suitable for your needs, call the First Link® Dementia Helpline or email [email protected].

On-demand content

We host regular webinars on a range of topics related to living with dementia. You can access a selection of videos from previous webinars divided by theme.

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On-demand content

Dementia education

Learn about the different educational programs that we offer to help educate and empower people living with dementia and their families and friends.

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First Link® Dementia Helpline

The First Link® Dementia Helpline is for anyone affected by dementia, whether professionally or personally. Get the support you need, when you need it. Calling the Helpline has all the benefits of a referral from your health-care provider.

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