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.

Cost: Free

October 30 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

IN FRAME: Care Partner Stories

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

IN FRAME is a six-session program for caregivers of people living with diagnosed or suspected cognitive impairment. Through a combination…

Cost: Free

Audiences:

November 2 @ 9:00 am - 4:15 pm

Facing Dementia Together

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

Facing Dementia Together is a problem-solving workshop for unpaid care partners of persons living with dementia. It offers a safe…

Cost: Free

Audiences:

Two adults talking in a support group

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:

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.

Cost: Free

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.

Cost: Free

Audiences:

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.

Cost: Free

November 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Peer Support Group for Care Partners

Virtual Event

Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring…

Cost: Free

Audiences:

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.

Cost: Free

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.

Cost: Free

Audiences:

November 4 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Gentle Yoga & Movement

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

Move, stretch, and have fun with us as we enjoy gentle yoga, simple movement, and some great music. Each 1-hour session will include chair-based yoga, stretching, breathing, and easy movements that can be done seated or standing, with everyone encouraged to move at their own pace.

Cost: Free

November 4 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

All Joking Aside with Nigel Downer

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

Did you know that you improvise everyday? Believe it! In Joking Aside: Improv …with Nigel, we will take that very skill you already have and use it to creatively learn, play – and most importantly – laugh. A bunch! Best part is – you don’t need to be funny. You just need to be in the moment.

Cost: Free