Calendar
Events
November 19 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
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.
Cost: Free
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November 19 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
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.
Cost: Free
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November 20 @ 1:20 pm - 2:30 pm
Intergenerational Puppetry
University of Toronto Schools, Room 144 371 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for a two-part puppetry workshop series and enjoy learning new skills in collaboration with Grade 9 (14-15 years old) Drama students at University of Toronto Schools. In each workshop, we will learn about the fundamentals of puppetry through the guidance of a Drama teacher at the school. We will work with the Grade 9 students to create original short puppetry performances together.
Cost: Free
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November 20 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Drum Circle with Thyra
Mid-Scarborough Hub 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, CanadaJoin the circle and feel the rhythm in this 5-week hand drumming series led by renowned music Therapist, Thyra Andrews.
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November 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Palliative Care in Dementia Program
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.
November 22 @ 11:30 am - 1:15 pm
Dementia Friendly Communities (at St. Philip’s Lutheran Church)
St. Philip’s Lutheran Church 61 West Deane Park Drive, Etobicoke, Ontario, CanadaJoin us at the St. Philip's Lutheran Church for our Dementia Friendly Communities education session.
The Dementia Friendly Communities session is designed to help people create environments that are safe, accessible, and supportive for people living with dementia.
Cost: Free
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November 23 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Minds in Motion
St. Andrew's United Church 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaMinds 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 24 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) Training
Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaGPA 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.
Cost: $87.00
November 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
U-First!® for Care Partners
U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family, friends, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid…
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November 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Creative Movement – Aquafit
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital 150 Kilgour Road, TorontoAquafit 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.
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November 24 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
South Asian Art Series
Mid-Scarborough Hub 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, CanadaJoin 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.
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November 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:15 pm
Facing Dementia Together
Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaFacing Dementia Together is a problem-solving workshop for unpaid care partners of persons living with dementia. It offers a safe…
Cost: Free
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