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SUMMARY:Celebrating Special Occasions
DESCRIPTION:For care partners of a persons living with dementia. \nThis workshop explores the unique challenges of celebrating holidays and special occasions. Gain practical planning tips\, including strategies to promote meaningful communication with the person living with dementia. There will be a support group element after the educational presentation. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIncrease awareness of dementia-related changes that may lead to feelings of loss for family and friends during holidays and special occasions\nPlan special occasions that respect the changing abilities of the person with dementia\nDevelop strategies for meaningful communication with the person with dementia\nConnect with others in similar situations through the support group at the end of the workshop\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/celebrating-special-occasions/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/celebrating-special-occasions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20251120T202526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T194214Z
UID:10003387-1766052000-1766057400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Celebrating Special Occasions
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores the unique challenges of celebrating holidays and special occasions. Gain practical planning tips\, including strategies to promote meaningful communication with the person living with dementia. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIncrease awareness of dementia-related changes that may lead to feelings of loss for family and friends during holidays and special occasions\nPlan special occasions that respect the changing abilities of the person with dementia\nDevelop strategies for meaningful communication with the person with dementia\n\n  \nTo register for this webinar\, visit:\nwww.alzeducate.ca \nYou must login/create an account in order to participate. \nTo find the session: \n\nHover over “Education”  and select the intended audience.\nSelect webinars\, then “Upcoming live webinars”.\nSelect your chosen topic\, then click “Enrol me” to register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/celebrating-special-occasions-2/
LOCATION:Alzeducate
CATEGORIES:Learn,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20251001T130046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T192802Z
UID:10003085-1765803600-1765809000@alz.to
SUMMARY:End of Life Care
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for care partners of persons in the late stage of dementia. It provides an opportunity to discuss issues regarding changes in the late stage\, approaching the End-of-Life\, making difficult decisions for this stage\, grief and the need to take care of yourself.\n  \n\nFor Family and Friends of people living with dementia.\n  \n\n\nWorkshop will be presented online via Zoom.\nRegistration is required to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/end-of-life-care-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/end-of-life-care-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20251001T130058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T192616Z
UID:10003084-1765458000-1765463400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on\, interactive workshop is for care partners of people living with dementia. The overarching goal is for care partners to feel more relaxed and grounded at the end of the workshop\, and to learn one or more relaxation and meditation techniques to continue to use on their own. \nFor care partners of people living with dementia. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRecognize the impact of chronic stress on care partners.\nExplore how relaxation and meditation techniques can help reduce care partner stress and build resilience in the face of uncertainty.\nPractice some helpful relaxation and meditation techniques that you can continue to do on your own after the workshop.\nDevelop an understanding of how to connect with supportive services in your community.\n\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mindfulness-and-meditation-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/mindfulness-and-meditation-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20251001T130045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T184843Z
UID:10003083-1765274400-1765279800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Reframing Guilt and Anger in Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is to help care partners recognize and identify the causes of guilt and anger in caregiving and develop coping strategies to reframe guilt\, anger and build resilience.\n\nFor Family and Friends of people living with dementia\n  \n\n\nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/reframing-guilt-and-anger-in-caregiving-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/reframing-guilt-and-anger-in-caregiving-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20251001T130036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T192143Z
UID:10003082-1764856800-1764862200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and/or care partners of people living with MCI. The focus of the session will be on providing an overview of MCI and the differences between normal aging\, MCI and dementia.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\n\nIncrease knowledge of MCI and the differences between normal aging\, MCI and dementia\nExplore how MCI impacts individuals and families\nLearn how to optimize cognitive health\nDevelop an understanding of supportive services in the community\n\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-mild-cognitive-impairment-mci-3/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-mild-cognitive-impairment-mci-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20251001T130033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T181714Z
UID:10003081-1764669600-1764675000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide care partners with an overview of Alzheimer’s disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease. \nThis session is intended for care partners to a person living with dementia. \nTopics: \n\nGain a greater understanding of the process of diagnosis and medications available\nDevelop a better\, over-all understanding of dementia\nIncrease your knowledge of the stages and progression of Alzheimer’s disease\nBetter the caregiver’s insight into the person with dementia (PWD)\nLearn about community services and supports\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-6/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-6/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114351
CREATED:20250801T130001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T173425Z
UID:10003106-1764266400-1764273600@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family\, friends\, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis education program focuses on: \n\nEnhancing the well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReducing responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImproving collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care\n\n  \nMandatory Session Dates:\nThursday\, November 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 13th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nThursday\, November 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \n  \nWhat’s the cost for the program?\nThere is no cost for participants of the U-First!® for Care Partners. \n  \nPlease note that there will be an additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant.\nScreening will commence in October\, and you can expect a screening call 2-4 weeks before the first session. Sign-up early as registration spots are limited. \n  \nRegistration closes October 19th\, 2025. \n***(THIS PROGRAM IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY. If you are a Health Care Provider (PSW\, nurse\, paid private caregiver\, etc) please click here for the U-First! for Health Care Providers courses)***
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T233000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20251103T202626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T215145Z
UID:10003405-1764239400-1764286200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Music in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:This session is geared towards care partners and will explore the following: \n\nAn overview of dementia\nThe connection between music and dementia\nThe benefits of personalized music for people living with dementia\nAn overview of the Alzheimer’s Society Music Project to help individuals with dementia reconnect with the soundtrack of their lives.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/music-in-dementia/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Music,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/music-in-dementia/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250901T130028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T191743Z
UID:10003080-1764064800-1764070200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Advanced Care Planning
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will review the importance of Advance Care Planning\, and the steps involved in the process\, in the case where one becomes mentally incapable of making their health care decisions. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what is Advance Care Planning and why it is important\nLearn about the steps involved in Advance Care Planning\nUnderstand what is a Substitute Decision Maker and how to appoint a Power of Attorney\nRecognize what does capacity and incapacity mean in Ontario\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/advanced-care-planning-3/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/advanced-care-planning-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250901T130027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T154929Z
UID:10003022-1763985600-1763989200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Young Onset Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Enhance your knowledge of young onset dementia\, the unique challenges faced by the person and their families and opportunities to support someone who is living with young onset dementia. \n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom. [When registering\, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes\, we will reach out to you via email] \nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia/
CATEGORIES:Health Care Professionals,Learn,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T173425Z
UID:10003105-1763661600-1763668800@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family\, friends\, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis education program focuses on: \n\nEnhancing the well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReducing responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImproving collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care\n\n  \nMandatory Session Dates:\nThursday\, November 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 13th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nThursday\, November 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \n  \nWhat’s the cost for the program?\nThere is no cost for participants of the U-First!® for Care Partners. \n  \nPlease note that there will be an additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant.\nScreening will commence in October\, and you can expect a screening call 2-4 weeks before the first session. Sign-up early as registration spots are limited. \n  \nRegistration closes October 19th\, 2025. \n***(THIS PROGRAM IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY. If you are a Health Care Provider (PSW\, nurse\, paid private caregiver\, etc) please click here for the U-First! for Health Care Providers courses)***
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250919T175433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T175433Z
UID:10002978-1763632800-1763636400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 3 - Personal Care
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series \nEnhance your knowledge in supporting personal care activities for persons living with dementia.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\n\nDefine Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSDs)\nDiscuss the connection between personal care and responsive behaviours.\nRecognize that behaviour has meaning specific to the individual.\nUse communication techniques including validation to reduce responsive behaviour during personal care\n\n\n  \nTo register for this webinar\, visit:\nwww.alzeducate.ca \nYou must login/create an account in order to participate. \nTo find the session: \n\nHover over “Education”  and select the intended audience.\nSelect webinars\, then “Upcoming live webinars”.\nSelect your chosen topic\, then click “Enrol me” to register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/working-in-long-term-care-series-session-3-personal-care-3/
LOCATION:Alzeducate
CATEGORIES:Learn,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250901T130028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T191542Z
UID:10003079-1763546400-1763551800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Finding Joy and Humour in Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:This educational workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia with a focus on looking at the lighter side of caregiving. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore looking and living beyond the diagnosis\nCreate opportunities for joy and look at the lighter side of caregiving\nEvaluate the benefits of humour and having a positive outlook\nAssess the strategies and approaches for incorporating joy and humour into caregiving\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/finding-joy-and-humour-in-caregiving-3/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/finding-joy-and-humour-in-caregiving-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20251023T201434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T132231Z
UID:10003365-1763215200-1763218800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal\, reversible causes for these changes\, and a general understanding of dementia. It also will cover the different types of dementia\, progression\, and knowledge of dementia symptoms and their impact on the person living with dementia. \nThis session will be presented in person at Etobicoke Civic Centre\, 399 The West Mall\, Etobicoke\, On M9C 2Y2 and is hosted by CECHi \nRegistration is required. \nIf interested\, please register at https://www.EtobicokeHub.org/events \nNote: Free Parking on site is available.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-3/
LOCATION:Etobicoke Civic Centre\, 399 The West Mall\, Etobicoke\, Ontario\, M9C 2Y2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T173425Z
UID:10003104-1763056800-1763064000@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family\, friends\, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis education program focuses on: \n\nEnhancing the well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReducing responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImproving collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care\n\n  \nMandatory Session Dates:\nThursday\, November 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 13th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nThursday\, November 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \n  \nWhat’s the cost for the program?\nThere is no cost for participants of the U-First!® for Care Partners. \n  \nPlease note that there will be an additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant.\nScreening will commence in October\, and you can expect a screening call 2-4 weeks before the first session. Sign-up early as registration spots are limited. \n  \nRegistration closes October 19th\, 2025. \n***(THIS PROGRAM IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY. If you are a Health Care Provider (PSW\, nurse\, paid private caregiver\, etc) please click here for the U-First! for Health Care Providers courses)***
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-13/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250901T130012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T145106Z
UID:10003078-1762866000-1762873200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Putting You First for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This interactive 2-hour workshop will help participants reflect on all aspects of their well-being.\nThrough this guided reflection process\, participants will identify opportunities for change and start creating a plan to attaining better balance in their lives.\n\n \n\nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/putting-you-first-for-care-partners-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/putting-you-first-for-care-partners-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250901T130022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T190945Z
UID:10003077-1762786800-1762792200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Care Partner Stress and Building Resilience
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is to help care partners identify their sources of stress and develop coping strategies. The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of resilience and ways to build care partner resilience.\n \nLearning Objectives:\n\n\nExplore the different types of stress care partners may experience and develop coping strategies to deal with the stress\nIncrease awareness of the importance of self-care for the care partner\nDevelop an understanding of supportive services in the community and where to seek those services\nDescribe the concept of resilience and why it is important for care partners\n\n\n \n \nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/care-partner-stress-and-building-resilience-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/care-partner-stress-and-building-resilience-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T173425Z
UID:10003103-1762452000-1762459200@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family\, friends\, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis education program focuses on: \n\nEnhancing the well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReducing responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImproving collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care\n\n  \nMandatory Session Dates:\nThursday\, November 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 13th from 6:00pm-8:00pm\nThursday\, November 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nThursday\, November 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm \n  \nWhat’s the cost for the program?\nThere is no cost for participants of the U-First!® for Care Partners. \n  \nPlease note that there will be an additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant.\nScreening will commence in October\, and you can expect a screening call 2-4 weeks before the first session. Sign-up early as registration spots are limited. \n  \nRegistration closes October 19th\, 2025. \n***(THIS PROGRAM IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY. If you are a Health Care Provider (PSW\, nurse\, paid private caregiver\, etc) please click here for the U-First! for Health Care Providers courses)***
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250919T175434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T175434Z
UID:10002977-1762423200-1762426800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 2 - Oral Care
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series \nLearn the importance of oral health in overall wellbeing & health\, best practice guidelines and practical strategies for providing oral care in each stage of dementia. \n  \nTo register for this webinar\, visit:\nwww.alzeducate.ca \nYou must login/create an account in order to participate. \nTo find the session: \n\nHover over “Education”  and select the intended audience.\nSelect webinars\, then “Upcoming live webinars”.\nSelect your chosen topic\, then click “Enrol me” to register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/working-in-long-term-care-series-session-2-oral-care-3/
LOCATION:Alzeducate
CATEGORIES:Learn,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20251023T185927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T195401Z
UID:10003386-1762254000-1762257600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Exploring Nature-Based Virtual Reality to Support Mood and Wellbeing in Alzheimer’s Disease
DESCRIPTION:Summary: \nThis webinar will explore how nature-based virtual reality (VR) and other technology-based approaches are being used as non-pharmacological interventions to support people living with Alzheimer’s disease who experience behavioural and psychological symptoms\, such as depression or agitation. Attendees will learn how immersive\, nature-inspired experiences can improve mood\, reduce stress\, and enhance quality of life for people living with dementia and their care partners. \nThe session will then introduce a new study at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)\, led by Dr. Harmehr Sekhon\, that is investigating whether an at-home\, nature-based VR program can help manage depression in Alzheimer’s disease. The study also explores how these tools may help people maintain independence and age in place longer. \nThis webinar is presented in plain language and will include time for audience questions. \nFor more information on the study\, visit: https://tdra.utoronto.ca/study/vrn-ad \nPresented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Harmehr Sekhon is an Assistant Professor at McGill University and an Associate Scientist at St. Mary’s Research Centre. She completed her Ph.D. in geriatrics at McGill and postdoctoral training in Geriatric Psychiatry at McLean Hospital\, McGill University\, and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). She is the Director of the GeriTech Innovation Research Lab\, which includes a team of eight members working on novel technology-based interventions to support healthy aging across the care continuum. \nHer research focuses on developing and testing innovative digital health technologies—such as virtual reality\, telehealth\, and robotics—to improve diagnosis\, treatment\, and quality of life for older adults living with dementia and other mental health challenges. To date\, she has published 50 scientific papers and holds an H-index of 20.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/exploring-nature-based-virtual-reality-to-support-mood-and-wellbeing-in-alzheimers-disease/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/exploring-nature-based-virtual-reality-to-support-mood-and-wellbeing-in-alzheimers-disease/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250901T130019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T190725Z
UID:10003076-1762182000-1762187400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide care partners with an overview of Alzheimer’s disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease. \nThis session is intended for care partners to a person living with dementia. \nTopics: \n\nGain a greater understanding of the process of diagnosis and medications available\nDevelop a better\, over-all understanding of dementia\nIncrease your knowledge of the stages and progression of Alzheimer’s disease\nBetter the caregiver’s insight into the person with dementia (PWD)\nLearn about community services and supports\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T144849Z
UID:10003073-1761832800-1761838200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Unpacking Denial in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of denial and anosognosia\, how it impacts persons with dementia and their care partners\, and strategies for assisting families. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore the concept of denial and anosognosia\nIdentify how denial impacts persons with dementia and their care partners\nExplore behaviours and strategies for responding\nDevelop an understanding of supportive services in the community\n\n\nThis workshop is for care partners of a person living with dementia\n  \n\n\n\nWorkshop will be presented online using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20251002T190346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T191343Z
UID:10003318-1761764400-1761768000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Understanding Behaviours of Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Don Mills Branch for our Understanding Behaviours of Dementia education session. \nThis session is designed to help participants better understand why people living with dementia express changes in their behaviour.\nTips for those supporting the individual experiencing them will be explored. \n  \nRegistration is appreciated. Please call the branch at 416-395-5710 to register \nTo learn more\, click here \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-of-dementia/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – Don Mills\, 888 Lawrence Avenue East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M3C 1P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T223422Z
UID:10003075-1761748200-1761753600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Enhancing Family Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia. The focus of the session will be on exploring significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia and strategies for assisting families\, building on strengths and resilience. \nFor Family and Friends of people living with dementia. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify family dynamics and their effects on families\nExplore significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia\nExplore strategies for assisting families\, building on strength and resilience\nDevelop an understanding of supportive services in the community\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented online via Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/enhancing-family-dynamics-3/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/enhancing-family-dynamics-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T223344Z
UID:10003074-1761559200-1761566400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Coping with Death and Grief
DESCRIPTION:Losing someone who had dementia can be a unique and complex experience for those who cared for them. \nThis presentation will explore these issues\, identify various approaches to grief\, and suggest ways for care partners to cope with loss. \n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/coping-with-death-and-grief-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/coping-with-death-and-grief-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251023T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250818T133644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T133644Z
UID:10002976-1761213600-1761217200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 1 - Adjusting to Long Term Care
DESCRIPTION:Session 1 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series \nThis session will cover strategies to support persons living with dementia and their family or care partner(s).\nThis webinar looks to address the challenges that come with the adjustment to moving to Long Term Care\, to reflect on the importance of validating feelings\, and learn strategies that support communication with the family members of people living with dementia. \n  \nTo register for this webinar\, visit:\nwww.alzeducate.ca \nYou must login/create an account in order to participate. \nTo find the session: \n\nHover over “Education”  and select the intended audience.\nSelect webinars\, then “Upcoming live webinars”.\nSelect your chosen topic\, then click “Enrol me” to register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/working-in-long-term-care-series-session-1-adjusting-to-long-term-care-3/
LOCATION:Alzeducate
CATEGORIES:Learn,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T223121Z
UID:10003072-1760608800-1760614200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Self-Care (for Care Partners)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is designed to help family members and friends caring for people living with dementia. \nThe following topics will be covered: \n\nWhat is self-care?\nCommon barriers preventing caregivers from practicing self-care\nThe benefits of self-care habits\nStrategies\, approaches and ideas on incorporating self-care into our daily schedule\nEmotional hygiene and how to practice it\nCreating a self-care plan and sticking to it\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/self-care-for-care-partners-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/self-care-for-care-partners-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T223039Z
UID:10003071-1760022000-1760027400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Understanding Behaviours and Supportive Communication
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an overview of behaviours in dementia and communicating in a supportive manner. It will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how behaviours and communication can change over the course of the disease and ways to supportively communicate with a person living with dementia. \nFor care partners to a person living with dementia. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRecognize that behaviour is a form of communication\nDescribe how dementia impacts communication\nRecall communication strategies that can be used to support people living with dementia\nDiscuss the meaning of behaviours in dementia and ways to offer support\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented online via Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T114352
CREATED:20250801T130006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T185327Z
UID:10003070-1759917600-1759923000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Learning to Live with Ambiguous Loss and Grief
DESCRIPTION:Explore the concept of ambiguous loss\, develop coping strategies and gain understanding of feelings of grief when caring for a person with dementia. \nThis session is for care partners of persons living with dementia in the mid-to-late stages. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the concept of Ambiguous Loss\nRecognize the uniqueness and complexity of Ambiguous Loss\nExplore concepts for learning to live with Ambiguous Loss\nDevelop an understanding of supportive services in the community\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/learning-to-live-with-ambiguous-loss-and-grief-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/learning-to-live-with-ambiguous-loss-and-grief-4/
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