Minds in Motion (In-Person) 117 Bloor St E
2025-02-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | St. Andrew’s United Church, 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A9, Canada
Minds in Motion® is an evidence-based program that includes physical activity, socialization, and mentally stimulating activities for people living with dementia and their care partners to participate in together.
This program runs once a week for 8 weeks In-Person at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St. E, Toronto, On, M4W 1A9.
Wednesdays from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM from February 19th – April 9th 2025
Feb 19th, 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, April 2nd, & 9th 2025

This is a great environment to establish new friendships with others who are living with similar experiences. Combining physical, mental, and social stimulation improves brain health and may slow the disease progression.

The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
2025-02-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
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
The 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.

Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office.

Location: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto
(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)

Registration is required for this program and closes at midnight (12am) the day prior to the event.
Please specify the number of guests attending when you register. You may register up to 3 persons per group.

U-First! (for Health Care Professionals) – Special Funding
2025-02-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
U-First!® for Health Care Professionals supports health care and other service providers who work with people living with dementia or other cognitive impairments. U-First!® builds on existing curriculum and encourages learners to make lifelong learning a goal. The vision is to provide every member of the care team with consistent education on key skills and best care practices. It sets the stage for common knowledge, language for communicating with all members of the care team (including informal care partners), and a comprehensive approach to care.
This program is for personal support workers and other front-line health care workers (including dietary, rehabilitation and social service staff, activationists, nurses, and health care students).
We highly recommend that you take Dementia Foundations prior to registering to this course.

Date and Time:
Thursday, February 20th from 9:00am to 4:00pm

Cost: Free
Thanks to funding provided through our Unforgettable Gala Fund A Need, we are able to provide this training at no cost to you.

Program is presented In-Person at our AST Head Office.
Location: 20 Eglinton Avenue West, 16th Floor, Toronto, M4R 1K8
(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)
Registration is required.
Registration deadline is Monday, February 17th, 2025

Living with Ambiguous Loss Support Group
2025-02-20 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-2/2025-02-20/
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“.
Learning Objectives

Develop 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
Develop coping strategies to implement in their own lives
Obtain a better understanding of their own experiences of grief related to caring for their family member
Engage in self reflection and share insights related to their caregiving experience
Learn from others on adjusting to the losses and their own changing relationship to self and others

This 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.
Session dates:
Thursdays from 10am–12pm, starting January 30th ending February 20th.

Week 1 – January 30th
Week 2 – February 6th
Week 3 – February 13th
Week 4 – February 20th

* 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!
Registration is required and closes on January 23rd at 11:59 pm.
Please 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.
THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.
If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

Adult Child CARERS Program
2025-02-20 13:30 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/carers-program/2025-02-20/
This 8-week online program is for care partners of people with mid- to late-stage dementia. Developed by the Reitman Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital, CARERS is a comprehensive dementia care program 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.
Goals of the Program:

Enhance practical skills for caregivers
Improve caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills
Enhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges
Improve caregivers’ social interaction and social support

Session dates:
Thursdays from 1:30pm–3:30pm, starting January 23rd, ending March 13th.

Week 1 – January 23rd
Week 2 – January 30th
Week 3 – February 6th
Week 4 – February 13th
Week 5 – February 20th
Week 6 – February 27th
Week 7 – March 6th
Week 8 – March 13th

Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.
If this schedule does not work for you at this time, you are encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.

Registration and an assessment appointment (in-person or via Zoom) are prerequisites. Registration closes on January 15th.
An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment.

Mid-Town Social
2025-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Thursday, February 20th, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th Floor.
Mid-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.

Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-02-20 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-4/
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.

Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Become familiar with this specific type of dementia
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom.

(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)
*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
PLEASE 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/

Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
2025-02-20 17:30 - 19:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-15/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm online using Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)
*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
PLEASE 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/

Aquafit - Creative Movement Series
2025-02-21 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-28 13:30 - 14:30 | Elms Pool, 45 Golfdown Dr., Etobicoke, Ontario, M9W 2H8, Canada
Fridays from February 21st – March 28th, 2025 (6-week program) from 1:30-2:30pm at Elms Pool located at 45 Golfdown Dr, Etobicoke, ON M9W 2H8
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. Aquafit not only benefits the body, it stimulates the mind and rejuvenates the spirit.
Catherine Lyons-Bozzo is a WaterART Certified Master Trainer, certified in Shallow/Deep, Boot Camp, Mind/Body, Parent/Tot, Arthritic, Common Movement Disorders, Running, Master Trainer, Senior H20 and Senior Land. She has many aquatic and sport certifications including being a Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Swim Team Coach, Figure Skating Coach and Gymnastics Coach. Over the past number of years, Catherine has reinvented her career and has embarked on an Aquafit Journey with the City of Toronto, Kimel Brain & Health Centre and private entities. Her enthusiasm, creativity and cumulative experience are evidenced in the fun and diverse programs she delivers.
This program is for people living with mild to moderate dementia and/or cognitive impairments and their care partners, who both have comfortability in the water.
For more information please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone 416-389-6099.

Palliative Care in Dementia Program
2025-02-22 09:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/palliative-care-in-dementia-program-2/
PRE-REQUISITE: You must be a FRONTLINE HEALTHCARE PROVIDER and have attended either:

Dementia Foundations
Dementia 101 self paced module on AlzEducate
Dementia Overview – live session delivered via Zoom or AlzEducate (check our events calendar for dates)
Experience working with people with dementia

Description
This training program is aimed at enhancing the knowledge of frontline staff in caring for people with dementia using a palliative care approach. This program focuses on promoting quality of life and comfort for individuals living with dementias and their families, with particular emphasis on late stage and end of life. Participants will explore their own beliefs around dying and how it impacts care as well as examine what a palliative care approach means through a dementia lens.
Learning Objectives:

Reflect on different values & beliefs on dying and how it impacts care
Define palliative care
Describe dementia as a terminal condition and its symptoms in late/end of life stages
Review Dementia-Specific Palliative Care Goals/Values that provide comfort and support quality of life in advanced and end-of-life dementia
Relate concepts of culture, spirituality and communication and their significance in delivering person-centered care
Addressing unattended grief as a healthcare provider and its impact on delivering person-centered care

Date and Time:
Saturday, February 22nd from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Click the link below to register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtcuiqrD0pHNS9BvWqHWIvjQYPo_VdgrAK

Program will be presented online using Zoom. Registration is required.

Xenia Concert - Bruce Petherick
2025-02-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Meridian Hall, 1 Front St. East, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1B2, Canada
This concert is presented in partnership with Xenia Concerts and TO Live.
Join us at Meridian Hall for an accessible, family-friendly concert featuring Bruce Petherick! This concert is designed to support the needs of neurodivergent and disabled attendees, and Meridian Hall is a wheelchair accessible venue. Bring the whole family! Xenia Concerts welcomes all listeners.
Bruce is a Vancouver-based autistic advocate, who has also composed and performed music throughout the world for the last 40 years. Performance highlights include accompanying Dame Kiri Te Kanawa on tour, performing with the Count Basie and Woody Herman Big Bands and conducting in the West End of London.
This concert is designed to encourage intergenerational interactions through shared listening experience in a relaxed concert environment. Meridian Hall is a wheelchair accessible venue. A complete list of accessibility features is below.
Accessibility features:

All expressions welcome! Feel free to make noise, or get up.
Gender-neutral, wheelchair accessible washrooms
PDF Venue Guide
Accessible e-programs emailed before event
Sensory objects, balance seats, weighted pillows, and weighted blankets available
Flexible seating and a separate area for breaks
Movement activities
Visual schedule

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-02-24 09:30 - 11:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-02-24/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences, as well as grief and bereavement
Learn from others on adjusting to the loss and their own changing relationship to self and others.
Discuss and share different strategies regarding selfcare including discussion on stages of grief (various frameworks), finding meaning and exploring feelings related to loss and loneliness.
Receive updated information on where to seek additional supports if desired

Session dates:
Mondays from 9:30am – 11:30am, starting February 3rd to March 31st (excluding February 17th for Family Day).
Week 1 – Monday, February 3rd
Week 2 – Monday, February 10th
Week 3 – Monday, February 24th
Week 4 – Monday, March 3rd
Week 5 – Monday, March 10th
Week 6 – Monday, March 17th
Week 7 – Monday, March 24th
Week 8 – Monday, March 31st
Please 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.
Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session.
This 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.
Registration is required.
If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to
PLEASE 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/

Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 1 - Adjusting to Long Term Care
2025-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Alzeducate
Session 1 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series
This session will cover strategies to support persons living with dementia and their family or care partner(s).
This webinar looks to address the challenges that come with the adjustment to moving to Long Term Care, to reflect on the importance of validating feelings, and learn strategies that support communication with the family members of people living with dementia.

To register for this webinar, visit:
www.alzeducate.ca
You must login/create an account in order to participate.
To find the session:

Hover over “Education” and select the intended audience.
Select webinars, then “Upcoming live webinars”.
Select your chosen topic, then click “Enrol me” to register.

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-22/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every last Monday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online using Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)
*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
PLEASE 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/

Art Therapy: Group Art Therapy Sessions
2025-02-24 13:30 - 15:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Group Art Therapy with Kathleen Downie
Weekly on Mondays from January 13th – February 24th (6-Week Series) from 1:30 – 3:00 P.M at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th floor.
January 13th, 20th, 27th, February 3rd, 10th, & 24th (skipping February 17th for Family Day)
Art therapy is a mental health profession that combines the process of creative art expression with models of counselling and psychotherapy to enhance emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
Kathleen Downie has facilitated many engaging art programs for AST clients over the years and is now an art therapy student attending the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute (VATI) distance program. As part of her training, Kathleen will be facilitating free art therapy group sessions.
Group art therapy sessions will provide participants with opportunities to work independently and with others to explore and express feelings and ideas that arise in the sessions. We will use a range of art materials and techniques including drawing, painting, and 2- and 3-D collage. Group art therapy offers unique opportunities for support and encouragement through the close and supportive connection of the group members.
If you have any questions, contact Kathleen

Spousal Support Group
2025-02-24 13:30 - 15:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-7/
This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss 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)
Learn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every last Monday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm online using Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)
*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
PLEASE 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/

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-02-26 14:30 - 16:30 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person
Location: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto
(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)
*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
PLEASE 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/

Reframing Guilt and Anger in Caregiving
2025-02-27 10:00 - 11:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/reframing-guilt-and-anger-in-caregiving/
This workshop is to help care partners recognize and identify the causes of guilt and anger in caregiving and develop coping strategies to reframe guilt, anger and build resilience.

For Family and Friends of people living with dementia

Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Scarborough General Caregiver Support Group
2025-02-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00am-11:30am In-Person at the AST Mid-Scarborough Hub.
Location: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON, M1K 2S3 (attached to the Scarborough Center for Healthy Communities (SCHC) building).
*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

PLEASE 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/

East End Friends
2025-02-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
Join our twice-monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough.
This 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.
Contact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168

Adult Child CARERS Program
2025-02-27 13:30 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/carers-program/2025-02-27/

2SLGBTQIA+ Caregiver Support Group
2025-02-27 15:00 - 17:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-caregiver-support-group-4/
Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for a person affected by dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease?
The 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.
Participants decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs are explored.
The support group meets virtually on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm using Zoom
If 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:

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).

Alzheimer Society Music Project Information Session
2025-02-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Toronto Public Library – Jane/Sheppard Branch, 1906 Sheppard Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M3L 1Y7, Canada
Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Jane/Sheppard Branch for an information session about The Alzheimer Society Music Project.

The Alzheimer Society Music Project provides personalized music players at no cost to people living with dementia.
In this session, you will learn about the benefits of listening to personalized music and the role of the Alzheimer Society Music Project. Eligible individuals will also have the opportunity to apply to participate in the program.

No registration required. Drop-ins welcome.
To learn more, click here

Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Training
2025-03-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers.
GPA Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associated with dementia. The GPA curriculum will educate staff on how to use a person-centred, compassionate and gentle persuasive approach and to respond respectfully, with confidence and skill to responsive behaviour associated with dementia.
Learning Objectives:

Explain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response
Apply emotional, environmental, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours
Demonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk

Date and Time:
Saturday, March 1st from 9:00am to 5:00pm
(You must attend the full day to complete the training)
Cost: $80

This is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.
Address: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto
(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)

Registration is required. Registration deadline is Tuesday, February 25th, 2025
Click on the following link to register: https://alz.to/gpa-training-march-1/

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-03-03 09:30 - 11:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice/2025-03-03/

Drop-in Spousal Support Group
2025-03-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Scotiabank Learning Centre, Providence Healthcare, 3276 St Clair Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1W1, Canada
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.
Topics for discussion will be tailored to group needs, but may include:

Managing stress
Ambiguous loss
Guilt
Family dynamics
Self-care
Understanding responsive behaviors
Long-term care

Dates and time: 1st Tuesday of every month from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
Location: Scotiabank Learning Centre (Room B-156) at Providence Healthcare
Address: 3276 St Clair Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1L 1W1.
Parking: Available on-site for 2.75/each ½ hour or 10.00 daily maximum.
Registration: NOT REQUIRED – Drop-in Format

TEACH Program (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home)
2025-03-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a Reitman Centre caregiver program which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.
Learning objectives:

Focus on common caregiving themes including; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning
Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners

Session dates:
Tuesdays from 10:00am–11:30am, starting March 4th, ending March 25th.

Week 1 – March 4th
Week 2 – March 11th
Week 3 – March 18th
Week 4 – March 25th

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 are encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.

Registration and an assessment appointment (in-person or via Zoom) are prerequisites. Registration closes on February 10th.
An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment.

Wives Caregiver Support Group
2025-03-04 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/wives-support-group-7/
This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for wives to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online via Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

*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
PLEASE 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/
