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SUMMARY:Drum Circle with Thyra
DESCRIPTION:Drum Circle with Thyra \nFridays\, November 6th – December 4th from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM at Mid Scarborough Hub located at 2658 Eglinton Ave E Scarborough\, Ontario M1K 2S3. \nJoin the circle and feel the rhythm in this 5-week hand drumming series led by renowned music Therapist\, Thyra Andrews.  \nActive Living Programming offers quality social recreation programs designed for individuals living with dementia\, or together with their care partners in the community. No prior experience is necessary -just a willingness to have fun and express yourself!  \nAbout Your facilitator:\nThyra Andrews is the Founder and President of New Song Music Therapy\, an Ontario based practice presently serving long term care facilities with a specialized team of Music Therapists. New Song Music Therapy has succeeded for years in enhancing senior living with tailored high quality Music Therapy programs distinctly designed to overcome barriers\, engage and uplift residents and reduce isolation.  \nFor more information\, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau by email at TraceyAT@alz.to or phone 647-456-6168  \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/drum-circle-with-thyra/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261109T190000
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SUMMARY:Lewy Body and Parkinson's Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body and Parkinson’s Dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nInteract with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body or Parkinson’s Dementia\nBecome familiar with these specific types of dementias\nReceive therapeutic support as well as educational information to enhance your caregiving experience\nShare your experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitators and other group members in a safe space\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Monday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Wednesday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-10/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-10/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T120730Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:November 11th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099. \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-21/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T142201Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T142201Z
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SUMMARY:What's First Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Too often\, clients shared that they wish they had learned what they would learn later in their journey but much earlier\, expressing how key insight on the dementia experience would have improved their overall dementia journey.\nThis brand-new support group was designed by AST social workers in collaboration with caregivers\, people experiencing cognitive changes\, and various dementia specialists to offer key insight at the start of the dementia journey for the care partner.\nOur experience tells us that the earlier you know what you know\, the better your overall caregiving journey. \nEach session will focus on a key theme. The following themes will be discussed: \n\nAdvance Care Planning-November 11th\nGetting a Diagnosis-December 9th\nOntario Health at Home Supports and Respite Programs-January 13th\nSupportive Living Environments -February 10th\nSupporting Healthy Choices for the Person Living with Dementia and Caregiver-March 10th\nCommunication Strategies-April 14th\nRisk and Safety-May 12th\nDementia Medications-June 9th\nCare Partner and Person Living with Dementia Expressed Realities-July 14th\nInsider Dementia Wisdom and Overview of Alzheimer Society of Toronto Services-August 11th\n\nShould you choose to participate in this group please know that we expect you to observe the strictest confidentiality. \n  \nEvery 2nd Wednesday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/whats-first-caregiver-support-group-11/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/whats-first-caregiver-support-group-11/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T153000
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SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-80/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-80/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260825T130626Z
CREATED:20260825T130626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T130626Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Providence\, this monthly open support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a parent diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-48/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-48/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260825T131542Z
CREATED:20260825T131542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T131542Z
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SUMMARY:Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a person living with young onset dementia (diagnosed before the age of 65) to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-24/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-24/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260819T111734Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T111734Z
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SUMMARY:Living with Ambiguous Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This 4-week online caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience\, with a structured focus on the concept of “Ambiguous Loss”. This group is inspired by Pauline Boss’ book “Loving Someone With Dementia“. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDevelop an understanding of the concept of “Ambiguous Loss” and ambiguous loss in the context of dementia\, and how this unique type of loss differs from other losses\nDevelop coping strategies to implement in their own lives\nObtain a better understanding of their own experiences of grief related to caring for their family member\nEngage in self reflection and share insights related to their caregiving experience\nLearn from others on adjusting to the losses and their own changing relationship to self and others\n\n  \nThis group will run for four consecutive weeks online using Zoom. Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the start date. \nSession dates:\nMondays from 5pm–7pm\, starting November 16th ending December 7th \n\nWeek 1 – November 16th\nWeek 2 – November 23rd\nWeek 3 – November 30th\nWeek 4 – December 7th\n\n* Please note\, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. If this schedule does not work for you at this time\, you’re encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here! \n  \nRegistration is required and closes on Thursday\, November 12th at 11:59 pm.\nPlease check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session. If you need registration support\, please contact us at: intake@alz.to. \nTHIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-9/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-9/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261118T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261118T163000
DTSTAMP:20260825T141336Z
CREATED:20260825T141254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T141336Z
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SUMMARY:The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
DESCRIPTION:The Community Connections Café is a welcoming space where people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners\, can come to connect with others and support their brain health while socializing. This is an opportunity to enjoy simple refreshments and make new friends in a Dementia Friendly Community Space. \nThe Community Connections Cafe focuses on social wellness for people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners. The program is informal with the intended atmosphere of a local coffee shop where participants can chat over a beverage\, do something creative\, or play a game. \n  \nEvery 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(Northwest corner of Yonge and Eglinton\, across the street from Yonge and Eglinton subway station. Our office tower is to the left of Metro Grocery) \n  \nRegistration is required for this program and closes at midnight (12am) the day prior to the event.\nPlease specify the number of guests attending when you register. You may register up to 3 persons per group.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-community-connections-cafe-yonge-and-eglinton-25/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T132000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260812T125959Z
CREATED:20260805T170105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T125959Z
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SUMMARY:Intergenerational Puppetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-part intergenerational puppetry workshop series\, where you’ll learn new skills\, explore your creativity\, and connect with Grade 9 Drama students (ages 14–15) from University of Toronto Schools. \nWith guidance from a Drama teacher\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of puppetry and work alongside the students to create and perform an original short puppet show together. \nThroughout the workshops\, we’ll explore how creative experiences can bring people of different generations together and consider: \n\nWhat can we learn about life\, resilience\, and joy from people of different generations?\nWhat does it mean to truly listen to someone?\nHow can puppetry help us tell stories with depth\, care\, and imagination?\nHow can shared creative experiences foster connection and community?\n\nPlease register for ONE of the following two-session options: \n\nThursdays\, November 19 & 26: 1:20–2:30 p.m.\nFridays\, November 20 & 27: 1:20–2:30 p.m.\nThursdays\, December 3 & 10: 2:35–3:45 p.m.\n\nFor more information about this program\, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at 647-456-6168. \nPhoto by Emma Jenkin at University of Toronto Schools.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/intergenerational-puppetry/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:University of Toronto Schools\, Room 144\, 371 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 2R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Art,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260825T135303Z
CREATED:20260825T135303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T135303Z
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SUMMARY:Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Frontotemporal dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.\n \nLearning Objectives:\n– Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\n– Become familiar with this specific type of dementia\n– Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\n– Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\n– Receive updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n \n \n\nEvery 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom.\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-25/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-25/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T135814Z
CREATED:20260825T135745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T135814Z
UID:10004464-1795109400-1795116600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly open support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a parent diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-49/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-49/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260825T140811Z
CREATED:20260825T140811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T140811Z
UID:10004467-1795617000-1795624200@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(Northwest corner of Yonge and Eglinton\, across the street from Yonge and Eglinton subway station. Our office tower is to the left of Metro Grocery) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-81/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260825T140136Z
CREATED:20260825T140136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T140136Z
UID:10004465-1795687200-1795692600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Scarborough General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This in-person monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00am-11:30am In-Person at the AST Mid-Scarborough Hub. \nLocation: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East\, Scarborough\, ON\, M1K 2S3 (attached to the Scarborough Center for Healthy Communities (SCHC) building). \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \n\nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/scarborough-general-caregiver-support-group-29/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T120807Z
CREATED:20260129T205132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T120807Z
UID:10003789-1795698000-1795705200@alz.to
SUMMARY:East End Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough on the 4th Thursday of the month. \nThis program is an opportunity to meet like-minded people\, to engage in meaningful conversations\, tap into our creativity and get active. This two-hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists. East End Friends is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners\, and it is offered through a culturally inclusive\, accessible and dementia-friendly lens. Light refreshments will be served. \nContact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168 \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/east-end-friends-27/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260203T140930Z
CREATED:20260203T140930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T140930Z
UID:10003913-1795705200-1795712400@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?\nThis monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to share and learn with other care partners in a supportive and inclusive environment. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThis support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom \nPlease fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:\n(Once there is room in the group\, the facilitator(s) will contact you for a brief telephone screening. Please note that being added to the waitlist signifies your intentions and general capacity to attend each monthly meeting.) \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-14/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-14/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261130T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T140446Z
CREATED:20260825T140446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T140446Z
UID:10004466-1796045400-1796050800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Spousal Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behavioural and cognitive changes)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Monday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Friday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-caregiver-support-group-8/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-caregiver-support-group-8/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T120847Z
CREATED:20260129T204449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T120847Z
UID:10003770-1796835600-1796842800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:December 9th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099. \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-20/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T120922Z
CREATED:20260129T205150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T120922Z
UID:10003790-1797512400-1797519600@alz.to
SUMMARY:East End Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough on the 4th Thursday of the month. \nThis program is an opportunity to meet like-minded people\, to engage in meaningful conversations\, tap into our creativity and get active. This two-hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists. East End Friends is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners\, and it is offered through a culturally inclusive\, accessible and dementia-friendly lens. Light refreshments will be served. \nContact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168 \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/east-end-friends-28/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261231T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260203T141029Z
CREATED:20260203T141029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T141029Z
UID:10003914-1798729200-1798736400@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?\nThis monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to share and learn with other care partners in a supportive and inclusive environment. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThis support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom \nPlease fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:\n(Once there is room in the group\, the facilitator(s) will contact you for a brief telephone screening. Please note that being added to the waitlist signifies your intentions and general capacity to attend each monthly meeting.) \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-15/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154327Z
CREATED:20260805T175757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T154327Z
UID:10004361-1799776800-1799784000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Adult Child CARERS Program
DESCRIPTION:This 8-week online program is for adult child care partners of people with mid- to late-stage dementia (this typically means people caring for a parent\, but can include anyone who is the primary unpaid caregiver of a person with dementia). \nDeveloped by the Reitman Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital\, CARERS is a comprehensive dementia care support group that supports problem-solving skill development and introduces the innovative use of standardized patients – actors trained to simulate real-life situations – so that caregivers\, guided by expert clinical coaches\, will learn how to address communication challenges. Alzheimer Society of Durham Region made an excellent video that encapsulates the program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaB0aHqBC98 \n  \n  \nGoals of the Program: \n\nEnhance practical skills for caregivers\nImprove caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills\nEnhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges\nImprove caregivers’ communication skills\n\nSession dates:\nTuesdays from 6:00pm–8:00pm\, starting January 12th and ending March 2nd. \n\nWeek 1 – January 12\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 2 – January 19\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 3 – January 26\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 4 – February 2\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 5 – February 9\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 6 – February 16\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 7 – February 23\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\nWeek 8 – March 2\, 2027 – 6:00pm-8:00pm\n\nPlease note\, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.\nIf registration is closed or this schedule does not work for you at this time\, you are encouraged to fill out the form on this webpage. Additionally\, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here. \n  \nA phone screening and an assessment are prerequisites for registration. Registration closes on Tuesday January 5th\, 2027. \nAn Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your phone screening and assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-carers-1-7/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T120956Z
CREATED:20260129T204420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T120956Z
UID:10003771-1799859600-1799866800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:January 13th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099. \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-19/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T133048Z
CREATED:20260812T132922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T133048Z
UID:10004433-1799938800-1799942400@alz.to
SUMMARY:The Royal Conservatory of Music - Rebanks Fellowship Community Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Sign up today to experience the amazing talent of this year’s Rebank Fellowship Musicians within the beautiful Mazzoleni Concert Hall. \nThe Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Performance Residency Program at The Royal Conservatory’s Glenn Gould School is the only one of its kind in Canada\, offering a rich curriculum for career development. Alumni of the program grace the world’s great stages\, including Carnegie Hall\, Wigmore Hall and Koerner Hall\, perform with major orchestras in Canada and abroad. Enjoy a 45-minute chamber music recital by one of the 2026-27 Rebanks Fellow Musicians\, followed by a short Q&A session. \nThis program is appropriate for anyone living with dementia or cognitive impairments and their care team. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett by email kbartlett@alz.to or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-royal-conservatory-of-music-rebanks-fellowship-community-concerts-5/
LOCATION:Royal Conservatory of Music\, 273 Bloor Street W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T121500Z
CREATED:20260129T205226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T121500Z
UID:10003791-1801141200-1801148400@alz.to
SUMMARY:East End Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough on the 4th Thursday of the month. \nThis program is an opportunity to meet like-minded people\, to engage in meaningful conversations\, tap into our creativity and get active. This two-hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists. East End Friends is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners\, and it is offered through a culturally inclusive\, accessible and dementia-friendly lens. Light refreshments will be served. \nContact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168 \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/east-end-friends-29/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260203T141315Z
CREATED:20260203T141315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T141315Z
UID:10003915-1801148400-1801155600@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?\nThis monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to share and learn with other care partners in a supportive and inclusive environment. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThis support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom \nPlease fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:\n(Once there is room in the group\, the facilitator(s) will contact you for a brief telephone screening. Please note that being added to the waitlist signifies your intentions and general capacity to attend each monthly meeting.) \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-16/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-16/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T131131Z
CREATED:20260813T131131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T131131Z
UID:10004437-1801566000-1801573200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
DESCRIPTION:This 8-week online support group meets to provide participants with an opportunity to support each other through the grief and bereavement process. Both practical and emotional needs will be explored to help participants cope with a loss. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\, as well as grief and bereavement\nLearn from others on adjusting to the loss and their own changing relationship to self and others.\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding selfcare including discussion on stages of grief (various frameworks)\, finding meaning and exploring feelings related to loss and loneliness.\nReceive updated information on where to seek additional supports if desired\n\n  \nSession dates:\nTuesdays from 11:00am – 1:00pm\, starting February 2nd to March 23rd\nWeek 1 – February 2nd\nWeek 2 – February 9th\nWeek 3 – February 16th\nWeek 4 – February 23rd\nWeek 5 – March  2nd\nWeek 6 – March 9th\nWeek 7 – March 16th\nWeek 8 – March 23rd \nPlease note\, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. Your contact information will be shared with Hazel Burns Hospice who will contact you regarding screening. If you have attended this group in the past\, please note due to limited space\, new members will be prioritized – we thank you for your understanding. \n  \nZoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session.\nThis program is not a crisis support. For crisis support\, you may call Distress Centres of Greater Toronto at 416-408-4357 (408-HELP) or visit www.dcogt.com. \n  \nRegistration is required. Registration closes on January 24th at 11:59pm.\nPlease check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-5/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-5/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T121547Z
CREATED:20260129T204352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T121547Z
UID:10003772-1802278800-1802286000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:February 10th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099. \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-18/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T121622Z
CREATED:20260129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T121622Z
UID:10003792-1803560400-1803567600@alz.to
SUMMARY:East End Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough on the 4th Thursday of the month. \nThis program is an opportunity to meet like-minded people\, to engage in meaningful conversations\, tap into our creativity and get active. This two-hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists. East End Friends is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners\, and it is offered through a culturally inclusive\, accessible and dementia-friendly lens. Light refreshments will be served. \nContact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168 \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/east-end-friends-30/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260203T141506Z
CREATED:20260203T141506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T141506Z
UID:10003916-1803567600-1803574800@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?\nThis monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to share and learn with other care partners in a supportive and inclusive environment. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThis support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom \nPlease fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:\n(Once there is room in the group\, the facilitator(s) will contact you for a brief telephone screening. Please note that being added to the waitlist signifies your intentions and general capacity to attend each monthly meeting.) \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-17/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-17/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270310T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270310T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T121657Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T121657Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:March 10th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099. \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-17/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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