WHAT WE DO
YouQuest fills the gap in services by building community connections for people with young onset dementia to enjoy an active lifestyle.
YouQuest applies the therapeutic recreation model to address social, physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual needs in a welcoming community setting.
Recreation therapists use best practices to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate activities and methods tailored to each individual.
As recommended for young onset dementia, YouQuest delivers services that are “unique, flexible, affordable, tailored and promoting meaningful engagement.”
“YouQuest gives him purpose and normalcy,
it’s the ultimate guilt-free day alone for me”
DAINA A. – WIFE, FAMILY CAREGIVER
BELONGING
A safe, welcoming place for participants to have a good day
- Full-day active participation
- Peer support
- Increased well-being
- Meaningful purpose
- Community connections
ACTIVE LIVING
Personal choices for an active, healthy lifestyle
- Independence and autonomy
- Confidence and engagement
- Interests, strengths, and abilities
- Individual needs and preferences
- Tailored support for transitions
FAMILY SUPPORT
A reliable support network for unpaid caregivers and their families
- Full-day respite
- Evidence-based services
- Compassionate community
- Resources to navigate support
- Peace of mind
“We create a community where people connect and enjoy their day;
dementia isn’t the focus.”
BEVERLY H. –RECREATION THERAPIST
BENEFITS
AS A PARTICIPANT
✓ SAIT Wellness Centre access
✓ Leisure interest survey
✓ Collaborative goals development
✓ Physical activity choices
✓ Social connections
✓ Shared restaurant lunch & snacks
✓ Co-planned community events
AS A VOLUNTEER
✓ Recreation activities
✓ Sharing/learning skills
✓ Community adventures
✓ Conversation and friendship
✓ Making a difference for families
AS A SUPPORTER
✓ Daytime caregiver/family support
✓ Self-determination for individuals
✓ Recreation therapist expertise
✓ Peer support environment
✓ Positive community setting
✓ Family input to evaluation
✓ Goal-tracking application