Unforgettable: The Benefit of Laughter

November 5 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Unforgettable: The Benefit of Laughter

The Second City One York Street, Toronto, ON, Canada

Unforgettable: The Benefit of Laughter brings together community leaders, supporters, and advocates for a one-of-a-kind night of comedy, connection, and purpose. Every ticket purchased helps ensure people living with dementia and their care partners can access the programs, education, and support they need—when they need it most.

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

A field of tall grass at sunset.

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

Golden Thread Choir

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

Join the Golden Threads Choir for an enriching in-person singing series, designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Led by acclaimed musician Robin Dann, this program explores the joy of making music together, fostering connection and creativity.

November 5 @ 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, Canada

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. 

Cost: $87.00

November 5 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dance Fitness 2026

Virtual Event

This gentle low impact dance fitness class with Jenn uses diverse music and simple dance movements to create a dynamic and energizing aerobic workout. With easy to follow moves that can be done seated or standing, this upbeat class is set to positive, playful and uplifting music.

Cost: Free

November 5 @ 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.

Cost: Free

November 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Retirement & LTC 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 residing in long-term care to come together to share personal feelings and support each other through the caregiving experience.

Cost: Free

Audiences:

November 6 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Drum Circle with Thyra

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

Join the circle and feel the rhythm in this 5-week hand drumming series led by renowned music Therapist, Thyra Andrews. 

Cost: Free