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SUMMARY:East End Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2660 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough. \nThis month we will be moving to the Hub – next door – and celebrating the joys of the season with festive art making\, some great music and a potluck.  Feel free to bring a favourite snack to share – or just come and enjoy.  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. \nContact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/east-end-friends-17/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T170000
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SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?\nThis 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. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThis support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom \nPlease fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:\n(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.) \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-3/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-3/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251001T130032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T191629Z
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SUMMARY:Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.\n \nLearning Objectives:\n– Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\n– Become familiar with this specific type of dementia\n– Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\n– Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\n– Receive updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n \n \n\nEvery 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom.\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-14/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-14/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251001T130004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T184803Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-27/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-27/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251029T131225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T131758Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Special Occasions
DESCRIPTION:For care partners of a persons living with dementia. \nThis workshop explores the unique challenges of celebrating holidays and special occasions. Gain practical planning tips\, including strategies to promote meaningful communication with the person living with dementia. There will be a support group element after the educational presentation. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIncrease awareness of dementia-related changes that may lead to feelings of loss for family and friends during holidays and special occasions\nPlan special occasions that respect the changing abilities of the person with dementia\nDevelop strategies for meaningful communication with the person with dementia\nConnect with others in similar situations through the support group at the end of the workshop\n\n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/celebrating-special-occasions/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/celebrating-special-occasions/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251229T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251001T130001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T194051Z
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SUMMARY:Spousal Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss 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)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Monday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-13/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-13/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251231T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251231T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251009T130040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T130040Z
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SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-48/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251120T201450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T160706Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Program
DESCRIPTION:Yoga with Julia  \n6-Week Series on Mondays\, January 5th to February 9th\, from 1:30-3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.  \nJanuary 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, 26th\, February 2nd & 9th 2026.  \nJoin a weekly breath-focused therapeutic movement practice to nourish mind\, body\, and soul. Each session will include gentle movements\, breathwork\, and guided relaxation to help you cultivate ease and presence. A principle of the yoga therapy tradition is that if you can breathe\, you can do yoga! As such\, this series is open and safe for students of all abilities and invitations to modify will be offered throughout.  \nJulia Ayearst is a certified Yoga Therapist working throughout Tkaronto. She considers it her great privilege to meet and teach people of all lived experiences and in doing so\, to learn just how much is\, in fact\, common to us all.  \nFor more information contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at TraceyAT@alz.to or call 647-456-6168. 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/yoga-program/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s United Church\, 117 Bloor St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251105T161739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T165637Z
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SUMMARY:Coping with Death and Grief
DESCRIPTION:Losing someone who had dementia can be a unique and complex experience for those who cared for them. This presentation will explore these issues\, identify various approaches to grief\, and suggest ways for care partners to cope with loss. \n  \nThis workshop will incorporate a support group element. \n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n\nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/coping-with-death-and-grief-5/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/coping-with-death-and-grief-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20250301T140040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T185101Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Spousal Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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: \n\nManaging stress\nAmbiguous loss\nGuilt\nFamily dynamics\nSelf-care\nUnderstanding responsive behaviors\nLong-term care\n\n  \nEvery 1st Tuesday of the month from 9:30am to 11:30am In-person at Providence Healthcare. \nLocation: Scotiabank Learning Centre (Room B-156) within Providence Healthcare\nAddress: 3276 St Clair Ave E\, Scarborough\, ON M1L 1W1.\n(Parking is available on-site for 2.75/each ½ hour or 10.00 daily maximum.) \n  \nRegistration is NOT REQUIRED – This group is a Drop-in Format \n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. \nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/drop-in-spousal-support-group-2/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Learning Centre\, Providence Healthcare\, 3276 St Clair Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1L 1W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251031T134956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T142945Z
UID:10003389-1767693600-1767700800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Wives Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online via Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-9/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-9/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251105T161139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T165052Z
UID:10003416-1767704400-1767709800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is an introduction to dementia\, the different types of dementia\, symptoms and progression of dementia\, and the varying ways to support a person with dementia. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n  \n\nUnderstanding dementia as an umbrella term\, and the most common types of dementia\nReviewing dementia warning signs and the 8 A’s of dementia\nCreating an understanding of ways to support a person with dementia through timely diagnosis\, medications and quality-of-life activities\nLearn about community services and supports\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n\nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-8/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-8/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251031T144410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T144410Z
UID:10003392-1767718800-1767726000@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 1st Tuesday of the month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-44/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-44/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251105T154320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T165410Z
UID:10003411-1767780000-1767785400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Understanding Behaviours and Supportive Communication
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an overview of behaviours in dementia and communicating in a supportive manner. It will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how behaviours and communication can change over the course of the disease and ways to supportively communicate with a person living with dementia. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearning how dementia impacts communication\nRecognizing that behaviour is a form of communication\nDiscussing how to identify the meaning of behaviours in dementia and ways to offer support\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n\nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link. \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication-7/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication-7/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251126T201912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T190835Z
UID:10003579-1767866400-1767870000@alz.to
SUMMARY:UHN Caregiver Talks: The latest news in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nJoin us for an update on new Alzheimer’s treatments and how they may impact everyday life for individuals and families affected by the disease. We’ll cover what’s new\, what’s promising\, and what these developments mean for care today and in the future. \nPresented in partnership with the University Health Network Krembil Memory Clinic and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Tartaglia is a cognitive neurologist at the UHN Memory Clinic where she sees patients with neurodegenerative diseases and those with concussions who have persisting symptoms. She is a scientist and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. She holds the Marion and Gerald Soloway Chair in Brain Injury and Concussion Research. She uses a multi-modal approach that combines imaging and biofluid biomarkers to better diagnose and understand the pathological substrates that cause cognitive\, behavioral and motoric dysfunction. The goal of her research program is to develop biomarkers for early detection of disease to bring precision medicine and targeted\, early treatments to her patients. \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/uhn-caregiver-talks-the-latest-news-in-the-treatment-of-alzheimers-disease/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/uhn-caregiver-talks-the-latest-news-in-the-treatment-of-alzheimers-disease/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251105T154810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T165943Z
UID:10003412-1767866400-1767871800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Unpacking Denial in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of denial and anosognosia\, how it impacts persons with dementia and their care partners\, and strategies for assisting families. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExploring the concept of denial and anosognosia\, particularly\, how they differ\nIdentifying how denial impacts persons with dementia and their care partners\nStrategies for supporting someone through denial or anosognosia\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-5/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251128T160318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T160318Z
UID:10003584-1767866400-1767877200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Foundations
DESCRIPTION:Dementia Foundations: The first step in your dementia education journey. \nThis 3-hour course will provide you with a foundation of dementia\, enabling you to enhance your knowledge in providing quality care for persons living with dementia. \nBy the end of this 3-hour course\, learners will be able to: \n\nDescribe Person-Centered Care\nDescribe general aspects of aging\, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia\nInterpret how changes in the brain associated with Alzheimer’s disease will affect all aspects of an individual’s life\nRecognize that challenging behaviour is responsive behaviour\nRecall services and programs offered by the local Alzheimer Society for professionals\, people living with dementia and their care partners\n\nLearners are highly encouraged to take this course before registering for U-First! or Palliative care to enhance the learning experience. \n  \nPlease Read Before Registering\nAt the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\, we are committed to providing accessible education opportunities to health care professionals. When participants are unable to attend and do not cancel their registration\, it limits access for others.\nIf you are unable to attend a session you’ve registered for\, please notify us as soon as possible! This allows us to offer the spot to someone else.\nPlease note that repeated absences without notice will result in restrictions on future registrations.\nBy registering for this session\, you are agreeing to the statement above \n  \nClick the link below to register:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kWEKQksEQkea7BxY4Clqnw \n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom. Registration is required.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-foundations-9/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-foundations-9/
CATEGORIES:Certificate Program,Dementia Foundations,Health Care Professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team at Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:education@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20250304T204304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T152352Z
UID:10003716-1767870000-1767873600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dance Fitness 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. You will be motivated by the joyful\, welcoming and supportive environment that encourages you to let go and have fun! No experience required. \nJenn Hicks is a Personal Trainer Size and Inclusive Fitness Specialist who has taught dance fitness classes for the past 17 years. She was named NOW Magazine’s Best Virtual Fitness Instructor for 2020. Jenn customizes routines for every class and helps attendees modify steps or movements whenever they need a little extra care. \nThis program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate. \nPLEASE NOTE: Dance Fitness will revert to starting at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm beginning January 8th
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2026-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20250917T182752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T030150Z
UID:10003294-1767877200-1767880800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Fitness for Falls Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Fitness for Falls Prevention at our Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough. \nFind your steady groove with us as we have fun\, move to some great playlists\, and work on the muscles we need to keep strong this winter. This 1-hour movement session will be offered standing\, with seated options available. Fitness Friends is intended for people living with dementia along with their care partners. Light refreshments available. \nWinter Dates: Jan 8\, Feb 12\, March 12 \nContact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168 \n  \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/fitness-friends-4/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20260106T151008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T151036Z
UID:10003675-1767879000-1767886200@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-57/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-57/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251031T143406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T143406Z
UID:10003391-1767893400-1767898800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment residing in a long-term care or a retirement home environment to come together to share personal feelings and support each other through the caregiving experience. \nShould you choose to participate in this group please know that we expect you to observe the strictest confidentiality. In order to participate in this group\, the person you support must have some cognitive impairment and you or the resident must live in the M postal code. \nTo guide discussion\, the group will focus on different themes relating to long-term care and retirement home environments. Themes that will be discussed include: \n\nTransition to a retirement/long-term care home\nManaging feelings of guilt\, relief\, and sadness\nHow to prepare for meetings with staff and what to expect\nGrief and Ambiguous Loss\nAdvanced Health Care Planning\nWhat are responsive behaviours and why do they happen?\nActivities to engage the person you are supporting\nSpecial Occasions\n\n  \nEvery 1st Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251031T161413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T161413Z
UID:10003395-1767897000-1767904200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Providence\, 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-28/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-28/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251031T162234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T162319Z
UID:10003396-1767897000-1767904200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a person living with young onset dementia (diagnosed before the age of 65) to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-14/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-14/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251201T033117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T193813Z
UID:10003593-1768071600-1768082400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Feel the Spark: An Evening of Original Music and Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us this January for Feel the Spark\, an Alzheimer Awareness Month event featuring Rick Levine\, a talented musician and person living with dementia. \nHosted at Safari Bar and Grill\, this uplifting evening celebrates creativity\, community\, and what remains possible after a dementia diagnosis. \nEnjoy a live performance by Rick\, learn about his artistic journey\, and take part in an interactive karaoke segment where everyone is invited to sing and share in the joy of music. \nWhether you come to listen\, learn\, or lift your voice\, Feel the Spark is an invitation to reimagine life with dementia — with creativity\, courage\, and community at the centre. \nEvening starts at 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/feel-the-spark-an-evening-of-original-music-and-community/
LOCATION:Safari Bar and Grill\, 1749 Avenue Rd\,\, North York\, ON\, M5M 3Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Community Events,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251201T164320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T164320Z
UID:10003595-1768222800-1768226400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Barbara Frum Branch for our Dementia Overview education session. \nThis presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with typical aging and when something is not typical\, reversible causes for these changes\, and a general understanding of dementia. It also will cover the different types of dementia\, progression\, and knowledge of dementia symptoms and their impact on the person living with dementia. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Monday\, January 12\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: Room B\, Barbara Frum Library\n20 Covington Rd.\, Toronto\, ON\, M6A 3C1 \n  \nAdditional Information: \n\nAll sessions are drop-in. No registration required.\nIf you identify as a person with a disability or as a person who is Deaf and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Accessibility Services by email at accessibleservices@tpl.ca\, or by voicemail at 416-393-7099\, to make a request.\nPlease contact us at least three weeks in advance.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-4/
LOCATION:Barbara Frum Library\, 20 Covington Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6A 3C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251120T201450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T160706Z
UID:10003506-1768224600-1768230000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Yoga Program
DESCRIPTION:Yoga with Julia  \n6-Week Series on Mondays\, January 5th to February 9th\, from 1:30-3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.  \nJanuary 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, 26th\, February 2nd & 9th 2026.  \nJoin a weekly breath-focused therapeutic movement practice to nourish mind\, body\, and soul. Each session will include gentle movements\, breathwork\, and guided relaxation to help you cultivate ease and presence. A principle of the yoga therapy tradition is that if you can breathe\, you can do yoga! As such\, this series is open and safe for students of all abilities and invitations to modify will be offered throughout.  \nJulia Ayearst is a certified Yoga Therapist working throughout Tkaronto. She considers it her great privilege to meet and teach people of all lived experiences and in doing so\, to learn just how much is\, in fact\, common to us all.  \nFor more information contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at TraceyAT@alz.to or call 647-456-6168. 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/yoga-program/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s United Church\, 117 Bloor St E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251031T155538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T210258Z
UID:10003393-1768239000-1768244400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Lewy Body and Parkinson's Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body and Parkinson’s Dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nInteract with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body or Parkinson’s Dementia\nBecome familiar with these specific types of dementias\nReceive therapeutic support as well as educational information to enhance your caregiving experience\nShare your experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitators and other group members in a safe space\n\n  \nEvery 2nd Monday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on 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 \nPLEASE 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-15/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20250606T165404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T031909Z
UID:10002900-1768311000-1768316400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Stories of a Lifetime\, a Storytelling Program with Sage Tyrtle
DESCRIPTION:6-Week Series on Tuesdays from January 13th – February 17th from 1:30-3PM at Riverdale Public Library located at 37 Broadview Ave. \nJanuary 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, February 3rd\, 10th & 17th 2026.  \nStep into Stories of a Lifetime\, a joyful and inclusive workshop where every voice matters. Designed to embrace mild cognitive impairment and early-stage dementia participants and their care partners. This series—led by storyteller Sage Tyrtle—celebrates the magic of shared memories and the connections they bring. No experience needed!  \nTo lighten the mood\, we will have short laughing exercises with Magarita Caropresi.  \nWhat you’ll experience: \n\nGentle\, inspiring prompts to spark your unique stories\nA safe and supportive space where all voices and cognitions are respected and valued\nCreative expression through words\, gestures\, or keepsakes\nThe power of storytelling to connect and uplift \n\n Every story is a gift—whether whispered\, remembered\, or newly discovered. Come as you are\, and let’s celebrate the tales that make us\nwho we are.  \nSage Tyrtle is a professional storyteller and writer based in Toronto. Her work appears in New Delta Review\, The Offing\, Lunch Ticket\, and Apex Magazine. She’s told stories on NPR\, CBC Radio\, and PBS’s Stories from the Stage\, and has performed in Canada\, the U.S.\, and India. A Moth StorySLAM winner and GrandSLAM champion\, she teaches “The Art of Storytelling” in both educational and corporate settings.  \n For more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/stories-of-a-lifetime-a-storytelling-program-with-sage-tyrtle/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:Riverdale Public Library\, 370 Broadview Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4K 2M8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Art,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251104T232121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T173150Z
UID:10003408-1768410000-1768417200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:Mid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people living with dementia and their care partners. This series offers opportunities to build meaningful connections through shared creative and social experiences. \nIn this session\, art educator Jano Cortijo will guide us through an exploration of nature in art\, with a focus on fruit as a subject. Often the stars of still life paintings\, fruits carry a wide range of symbolism and meaning. Together\, we’ll explore artworks that feature fruit and create our own pieces inspired by their forms and colours. \nAbout the Facilitator:\nJano Cortijo is an arts educator who engages audiences of all ages\, abilities\, and backgrounds in museums\, classrooms\, community centres\, and online spaces. His practice highlights artists and artworks often excluded from mainstream conversations\, encouraging participants to connect their own histories and stories with the art they encounter. \nFollowing the art activity\, participants are invited to share a meal together to continue the conversation and connection. \nImage caption: \nFrancisco Oller\, Guanabanas\, 1948\nOil on canvas\, 18 x 37 inches
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-15/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T173523
CREATED:20251107T163707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T171000Z
UID:10003427-1768473000-1768480200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Adult Child CARERS Program
DESCRIPTION:This 8-week online program is for adult child 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. \nGoals of the Program: \n\nEnhance practical skills for caregivers\nImprove caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills\nEnhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges\nImprove caregivers’ social interaction and social support\n\n  \nSession dates:\nThursdays from 10:30am–12:30pm\, starting January 15th\, ending March 5th. \n\nWeek 1 – January 15th\nWeek 2 – January 22nd\nWeek 3 – January 29th\nWeek 4 – February 5th\nWeek 5 – February 12th\nWeek 6 – February 19th\nWeek 7 – February 26th\nWeek 8 – March 5th\n\nPlease note\, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.\nIf 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. \n  \nRegistration and an assessment appointment (in-person or via Zoom) are prerequisites. Registration closes on Monday January 12th.\nAn Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-carers-program-4/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-carers-program-4/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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