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Sometimes the first signs are small. A forgotten appointment. A familiar task becoming difficult. A change in mood or behaviour that doesn’t quite feel like the person you know.

In this op-ed, Dr. Elizabeth Hathaway of Solstice looks at why recognising changes and seeking an assessment matters - and why good dementia care goes well beyond memory.

During World Alzheimer’s Month, it’s an important reminder: the earlier you know, the more you can do. A diagnosis matters.

And we know that a diagnosis doesn’t just affect one person. It can have a profound impact on families and caregivers too.

Through October 17, Solstice’s Caregiver Support Initiative, made possible with support from the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, is providing eligible caregivers with individual supportive counselling and drop-in caregiver support groups at no out-of-pocket cost.

Read the full op-ed in The Royal Gazette.

Elizabeth Hathaway: Dementia – don’t wait for crisis to start a conversation It often starts with something small. A forgotten appointment. That question that gets asked several times. A familiar recipe that suddenly seems difficult to follow. When someone you love who has alw...

Free cargivers support group tonight 530pm. Please register if you can on our QR code on poster. Free caregivers counseling until October 17th. Please email [email protected] or call 2923456

This World Alzheimer’s Month, let’s remember that Alzheimer’s affects more than memory. 🧠🤍

Let’s also make space for the emotions of those living with Alzheimer’s and the loved ones caring for them. 🫂

🌿 Support. Understand. Celebrate. 🌿

Our COTHÚ Neuro-Affirming Parent Training Program facilitated by Maleeka Robinson is designed for parents, caregivers, guardians, and family members of neurodivergent children and teens.
Learn practical, compassionate strategies to better support your child while connecting with others on a similar journey.

📧 [email protected] | 📞 292-3456

🌿 Support. Understand. Celebrate. 🌿

Our COTHÚ Neuro-Affirming Parent Training Program, facilitated by Maleeka Robinson, is designed for parents, caregivers, guardians, and family members of neurodivergent children and teens.
Learn practical, compassionate strategies to better support your child while connecting with others on a similar journey.

📧 [email protected] | 📞 292-3456

1st Free Caregiver Support Group Today. 18 Parliament Street. 1pm. Please register wiyh QR code if you are able. 2923456

🌊 Surf Therapy is back this October Break!

Get outside. Get moving. Build confidence. 🌊

Solstice’s Surf Therapy Program combines the therapeutic benefits of the ocean, movement and connection to help young people build confidence, resilience, emotional wellbeing and positive connections with others — one wave at a time.

🏄 October Break Surf Therapy
📅 Monday, October 19 – Friday, October 23
📍 Horseshoe Bay
👥 Ages 8–16

Session Options:
🌊 Morning

9:00am – 10:30am | 90-minute session
9:00am – 12:00pm | Half-day option

🌊 Afternoon

1:00pm – 2:30pm | 90-minute session
1:00pm – 4:30pm | Half-day option

🌊 Water Safety: Participants must be comfortable in the water and able to swim independently. Parents/caregivers will be asked to confirm swimming ability and water confidence as part of registration. No previous surfing experience is needed.
Interested in joining us?

We invite parents and caregivers to register their interest. To create the most positive and supportive group experience, our team thoughtfully forms groups based on age, individual needs and goals, and group fit. This helps us ensure that each group is well placed to support the goals of the young people and families taking part.

Spaces are limited and registration of interest does not guarantee placement.

To register your interest or learn more:
📞 292-3456
📧 [email protected]
🌐 solstice.bm

On World Alzheimer’s Day, we’re joining the conversation about Alzheimer’s and dementia in Bermuda. 💜

Tune in on Monday as Solstice Managing Director Kelly Madeiros and Consultant Psychiatrist Elizabeth Hathaway talk about Alzheimer’s and dementia, the impact on individuals and families, and the importance of greater awareness, understanding and support in our community.

They’ll also be talking about Solstice’s Caregiver Support Initiative, running until October 17 in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, which provides individual counselling and drop-in support groups at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible caregivers.

🎙️ Ocean 89 - 8:15 AM
🎙️ Power 95 - 8:45 AM
Two chances to tune in, learn more and join the conversation.

On World Alzheimer’s Day, we’re joining the conversation about Alzheimer’s and dementia in Bermuda. 💜

Tune in on Monday as Solstice Managing Director Kelly Madeiros and Consultant Psychiatrist Elizabeth Hathaway talk about Alzheimer’s and dementia, the impact on individuals and families, and the importance of greater awareness, understanding and support in our community.

They’ll also be talking about Solstice’s Caregiver Support Initiative, running until October 17 in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, which provides individual counselling and drop-in support groups at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible caregivers.

🎙️ Ocean 89 - 8:15 AM
🎙️ Power 95 - 8:45 AM

Two chances to tune in, learn more and join the conversation.

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