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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\nSession dates:\nMondays from 9:30am – 11:30am\, starting February 3rd to March 31st (excluding February 17th for Family Day).\nWeek 1 – Monday\, February 3rd\nWeek 2 – Monday\, February 10th\nWeek 3 – Monday\, February 24th\nWeek 4 – Monday\, March 3rd\nWeek 5 – Monday\, March 10th\nWeek 6 – Monday\, March 17th\nWeek 7 – Monday\, March 24th\nWeek 8 – Monday\, March 31st \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. Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. \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. \nRegistration is required.\nIf 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/\n \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-03/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-03/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241018T215557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T172546Z
UID:10000861-1738661400-1738668600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Drop-in Spousal Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly\, drop-in support group provides an opportunity for spouses caring for a person living with dementia to come together and support each other through the caregiving experience. The goals of this group are to share personal feelings\, increase healthy coping strategies\, decrease isolation\, and improve awareness of resources and supports in the community. \nTopics for discussion will be tailored to group needs\, but may include: \n\nManaging stress\nAmbiguous loss\nGuilt\nFamily dynamics\nSelf-care\nUnderstanding responsive behaviors\nLong-term care\n\nDates and time: 1st Tuesday of every month from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. \nLocation: Scotiabank Learning Centre (Room B-156) at Providence Healthcare \nAddress: 3276 St Clair Ave E\, Scarborough\, ON M1L 1W1. \nParking: Available on-site for 2.75/each ½ hour or 10.00 daily maximum. \nRegistration: NOT REQUIRED – Drop-in Format
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/drop-in-spousal-support-group-4/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Learning Centre\, Providence Healthcare\, 3276 St Clair Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1L 1W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241205T143845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T171538Z
UID:10001630-1738663200-1738670400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Wives Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for wives 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\nEvery 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online via Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) the Thursday 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/wives-support-group-6/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-support-group-6/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241205T143906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T170846Z
UID:10001632-1738688400-1738695600@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia 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\nEvery 1st Tuesday of the month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) the Thursday 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-20/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-20/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241020T023133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T170804Z
UID:10001097-1738836000-1738843200@alz.to
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\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:\nThursdays from 10am–12pm\, starting January 30th ending February 20th. \n\nWeek 1 – January 30th\nWeek 2 – February 6th\nWeek 3 – February 13th\nWeek 4 – February 20th\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! \nRegistration is required and closes on January 23rd 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241205T175903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T172844Z
UID:10001640-1738863000-1738868400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Long-Term Care Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers of individuals living with dementia residing in long-term care to come together to share personal feelings and support each other through the caregiving experience. \nShould you choose to participate in this group please know that we expect you to observe the strictest confidentiality. In order to participate in this group\, the person you support must have some cognitive impairment and you or the resident must live in the M postal code. \nTo guide discussion\, the group will focus on a different theme relating to LTC on each month. Themes that will be discussed include: \n\nTransition to LTC\nManaging feelings of guilt\, relief and sadness\nHow to prepare for Plan of Care Meetings and what to expect\nFamily Councils\nGrief and Ambiguous Loss\nAdvanced Health Care Planning\nWhat are responsive behaviours and why do they happen?\nActivities to engage the person you are supporting\nSpecial Occasions\n\nEvery 1st 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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-caregiver-support-group-8/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-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:20250210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241020T024409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T172447Z
UID:10001101-1739179800-1739187000@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\nSession dates:\nMondays from 9:30am – 11:30am\, starting February 3rd to March 31st (excluding February 17th for Family Day).\nWeek 1 – Monday\, February 3rd\nWeek 2 – Monday\, February 10th\nWeek 3 – Monday\, February 24th\nWeek 4 – Monday\, March 3rd\nWeek 5 – Monday\, March 10th\nWeek 6 – Monday\, March 17th\nWeek 7 – Monday\, March 24th\nWeek 8 – Monday\, March 31st \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. Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. \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. \nRegistration is required.\nIf 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/\n \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241209T145348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T172930Z
UID:10001653-1739208600-1739214000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body 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 Dementia\nBecome familiar with the specific type of dementia\nOpportunity for therapeutic support as well as education information\nShare experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitator and other group members\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-4/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-4/
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:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241020T023133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T170804Z
UID:10001098-1739440800-1739448000@alz.to
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\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:\nThursdays from 10am–12pm\, starting January 30th ending February 20th. \n\nWeek 1 – January 30th\nWeek 2 – February 6th\nWeek 3 – February 13th\nWeek 4 – February 20th\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! \nRegistration is required and closes on January 23rd 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-13/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205756
CREATED:20241205T145529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T173012Z
UID:10001638-1739453400-1739460600@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia 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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-21/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-21/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T221102Z
UID:10001641-1739471400-1739478600@alz.to
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 living with dementia 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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required for this group and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-14/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-14/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T194515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T173136Z
UID:10001651-1739471400-1739478600@alz.to
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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-8/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-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:20250214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241019T020229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195806Z
UID:10000888-1739529000-1739534400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Peer Support Group for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias. These groups are facilitated by volunteers who have lived experience as care partners and have received training on group facilitation. Participants and peer facilitators decide on the focus and direction of the group. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nProvide a safe setting which promotes mutual support\, both practical and emotional\, throughout the course of the disease\nEnhance care partner’s knowledge of the illness\, available supports\, and coping strategies.\n\nThis group meets online on the second Friday of every month from 10:30am to 12:00pm. \nRegistration and a short pre-screening are required before attending this support group. \nFor more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups\, please contact intake@alz.to or complete the interest form below \n*Disclaimer: We kindly ask that you complete the interest form if you are interested in attending. Completion of this interest form does not guarantee a spot in this group. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive a confirmation email. \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a formal Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/ \n\n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-3/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-3/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241020T023133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T170804Z
UID:10001099-1740045600-1740052800@alz.to
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\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:\nThursdays from 10am–12pm\, starting January 30th ending February 20th. \n\nWeek 1 – January 30th\nWeek 2 – February 6th\nWeek 3 – February 13th\nWeek 4 – February 20th\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! \nRegistration is required and closes on January 23rd 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-20/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T183516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T173254Z
UID:10001643-1740072600-1740078000@alz.to
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\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nBecome familiar with this specific type of dementia\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 updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom.\n\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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-4/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-4/
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:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T183737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T173342Z
UID:10001644-1740072600-1740079800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly open support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a parent living with dementia 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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required for this group and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-15/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241020T024409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T172447Z
UID:10001102-1740389400-1740396600@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\nSession dates:\nMondays from 9:30am – 11:30am\, starting February 3rd to March 31st (excluding February 17th for Family Day).\nWeek 1 – Monday\, February 3rd\nWeek 2 – Monday\, February 10th\nWeek 3 – Monday\, February 24th\nWeek 4 – Monday\, March 3rd\nWeek 5 – Monday\, March 10th\nWeek 6 – Monday\, March 17th\nWeek 7 – Monday\, March 24th\nWeek 8 – Monday\, March 31st \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. Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. \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. \nRegistration is required.\nIf 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/\n \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T200041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T173442Z
UID:10001652-1740391200-1740398400@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia 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\nEvery last Monday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-22/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-22/
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:20250224T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241209T151947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T160201Z
UID:10001654-1740403800-1740409200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Spousal Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers 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 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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-7/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-7/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250226T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250226T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T184913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T195733Z
UID:10001647-1740580200-1740587400@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia 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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/caregiver-support-group-7/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241205T183852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T173720Z
UID:10001645-1740650400-1740655800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Scarborough General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This in-person monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia 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\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*Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/scarborough-general-caregiver-support-group-8/
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:20250227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T205757
CREATED:20241018T212604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T224125Z
UID:10000797-1740668400-1740675600@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for a person affected by dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease? \nThe Alzheimer Society of Toronto runs a monthly support group that provides an opportunity for family caregivers who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to share and learn with other caregivers in a supportive and inclusive environment. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThe support group meets virtually on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm using Zoom \nIf you are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and you are caring for a person affected by dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease\, please fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group: \n  \n\n  \nOnce 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).
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-caregiver-support-group-4/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-caregiver-support-group-4/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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