Understanding the Needs of Caregivers/Care Partners: Caregiver Health, Resources and Relevant Research

October 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Understanding the Needs of Caregivers/Care Partners: Caregiver Health, Resources and Relevant Research

Virtual Event

This webinar will explore issues that are specific to caregivers/care partners of people living with dementia. The importance of caregiver health will be discussed, as well as the breadth of resources that are available within the community. The webinar will also explore active research that is being conducted to better understand the needs of caregivers/care partners.

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October 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Fitness for Falls Prevention

Mid-Scarborough Hub 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Find your steady groove with us as we have fun, move to some great playlists, and work on the muscles we need to keep ourselves strong. This 1-hour movement session will be offered standing, with seated options available.

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October 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Overview of Young Onset Dementia

Virtual Event

Enhance your knowledge of young onset dementia, the unique challenges faced by the person and their families and opportunities to support someone who is living with young onset dementia.

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October 29 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group

Virtual Event

Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?
This 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.

Audiences:

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October 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

EASE Session 4: T.R.U.S.T. in Dementia Care

Virtual Event

The E.A.S.E program is a 4-session program developed for PSWs currently working with persons living with dementia.
Persons we work with may exhibit behaviours that trigger a response in our own selves. In this session we explore coping strategies

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November 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Minds in Motion

St. Andrew's United Church 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Minds in Motion® is a program that combines physical activity and mental and social stimulation for individuals with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and their care partners.

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November 3 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Drop-in Spousal Support Group

Scotiabank Learning Centre, Providence Healthcare 3276 St Clair Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

This monthly, drop-in support group provides an opportunity for spouses of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment come together and support each other through the caregiving experience.

Audiences:

A woman sitting at a table looking at a laptop.

November 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Dementia Overview for Care Partners

Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

This workshop will provide care partners with an overview of Alzheimer’s disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease.

Four people sitting in arms chairs speaking to each other.

November 3 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wives Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for wives of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

Audiences:

An AI image of three women in a swimming pool smiling.

November 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Creative Movement – Aquafit

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto

Aquafit is not swimming, it is a way to exercise in the water that can accommodate all ages, fitness levels, health considerations and abilities. It welcomes participants to choose their own intensity level, speed and range of motion. The principles of water protect joints, and build strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance.

Creating multi-coloured art.

November 3 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

South Asian Art Series

Mid-Scarborough Hub 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Join us for a four-part South Asian Art Series bringing together South Asian-inspired art, culture, and creativity in a welcoming and social setting for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), along with their care partners.

A older man and woman in conversation.

November 3 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

General Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

This 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.

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