Program Goals
Promote all dimensions of active living integral to overall well-being.
Introduce people living with dementia to the benefits of physical activity.
Engage participants in creative outlets that stimulate cognitive abilities, participation and reminiscences.
Provide meaningful opportunities for social inclusion.
© Alzheimer Society of Toronto
Active Living Programs
Look for Active Living Programs in our event calendar. For more information, contact a member of our Active Living Team:
Kristin Bartlett, Active Living Program Coordinator: KBartlett@alz.to or 416-389-6099
Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau, Active Living Program Coordinator: TAdams-Thibaudeau@alz.to or 647-456-6168
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Creative Movement – Yoga (117 Bloor St E, Toronto)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Joking Aside, Improv Workshop with Nigel (20 Eglinton Ave W)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
East End Friends -Aug (2658 Eglinton Ave E)
Timeless Flow – A Creative Art Series with Kristin & Tracey (20 Eglinton Ave W)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Snuggle and Sway – 370 Broadview Avenue, Toronto
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
AGO Art Talk Museum Tour (IN-PERSON)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
East End Friends -Sept (2658 Eglinton Ave E)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Explore Art with Jano (ONLINE)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin – 2660 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S3
Dance Fitness – Zoom
The Power of Music with Steve – Virtual Music Program
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)
AGO Art Talk Museum Tour (IN-PERSON)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Explore Art with Jano (ONLINE)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)
The Power of Music with Steve – Virtual Music Program
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Virtual Art Talks with Art Gallery Ontario (AGO) – (ONLINE)
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Dance Fitness – Zoom
Complete Program List
In partnership with the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), the Alzheimer Society of Toronto offers a one-hour guided tour for people living with dementia and their caregivers. The tour is facilitated by an experienced AGO Docent and is assisted by Alzheimer Society of Toronto’s volunteers.
This is a multi-week art series workshop for people living with dementia and their caregivers is offered in an encouraging and relaxing environment and by a professional art teacher. The failure-free environment in our art program can help the participants to learn, experiment, and explore creativity with a variety of art projects and mediums.
Please note: No experience is necessary. Materials and refreshments are provided.
The Boomers Club is a weekly program that focuses on wellness for the people with Early Onset Dementias (under age 65) and their care partners. The idea is to create informal connections among people who are on the same journey. The program is flexible and can be modified based on the needs and interests of the group participants.
Minds in Motion® is a program that combines physical activity as well as mental and social stimulation for individuals living with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and their caregivers.
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) is an energizing cardio dance fitness practice for people living with dementia and their caregivers. NIA uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want the support of being seated throughout the class.
We offer various outings throughout the year to places and events such as the TIFF: Senior’s Film Fridays, garden tours, museum tours, Black Creek Pioneer Village tours, and more. Please check our calendar for the next outing.
In partnership with the Royal Ontario Museum, the Alzheimer Society of Toronto offers a one-hour guided tour for people living with dementia and their caregivers. The tour is facilitated by two of the museum’s experienced Docents and is assisted by Alzheimer Society of Toronto’s volunteers.