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SUMMARY:The Power of Music with Steve - Virtual Music Program
DESCRIPTION:Join The Power of Music with Steve – Our 6-week Virtual Music Program! \nThis program explores different musical genres though live musical performances and engaging conversations such as music on Broadway\, music and meditation\, great composers\, jazz\, musical improvisation\, and music and memories! It is an hour of pure joy and fun! \nNovember 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, December 4th & 11th 2024. \nSteve Koven is a composer\, performer\, producer\, educator\, and filmmaker. His band the Steve Koven Trio has toured the world for more than two decades\, and they have been coined the ‘Canadian Cultural Ambassadors’. As an educator\, Steve has been teaching in the Faculty of Music at Toronto’s York University\, teaching Contemporary Improvisation and Jazz Piano Studies. He also teaches in the Music Department at Centennial College. \nThis series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to engage at their own pace and in their own style. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-11-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T123000
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SUMMARY:The Scarborough Community Connections Cafe
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nEvery 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm to 2:30pm In-person at our AST Mid Scarborough Hub. \nLocation: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East\, Scarborough\, ON\, M1K2S3 \nRegistration 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.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-scarborough-community-connections-cafe/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241019T024103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195936Z
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SUMMARY:Putting You First for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This interactive 2-hour workshop will help participants reflect on all aspects of their well-being. Through this guided reflection process\, participants will identify opportunities for change and start creating a plan to attaining better balance in their lives. \nDate and Time:\nWednesday\, November 13th from 10:00am to 12:00pm \nWorkshop will be presented online via Zoom and In-Person at the AST Head Office \nRegistration is required to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/putting-you-first-for-care-partners/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241019T022447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195936Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Friendly Environments
DESCRIPTION:Learn how the symptoms of dementia can impact the way in which people engage and interact with their surrounding environment. This webinar will help to enhance your knowledge of what makes an environment dementia friendly\, and review strategies that can be implemented to support a person living with dementia in the place where they live. \nTo REGISTER: Go to our ONLINE LEARNING site at www.alzeducate.ca \nStep 1: Create an Account/Login \nStep 2: Select Education and then select the intended audience of the presentation. \nStep 3: Enrol in the webinar
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-friendly-environments/
LOCATION:Alzeducate
CATEGORIES:Health Care Professionals,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241018T213547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135558Z
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SUMMARY:Fill Your Watering Can - A Botanical Wellness Program for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:Weekly on Mondays: November 4 to December 9 (6-weeks) from 11:00am – 12:00pm \nPour yourself a cup of tea and join us online for a little plant inspiration! Led by horticultural therapy practitioner and forest therapy guide\, Emma Rooney\, this group is a supported place to get your weekly dose of nature. Each session includes a short nature meditation\, a wondrous plant tour\, and a fun botanical art activity. As we head into cooler temperatures and darker days\, find encouragement for staying connected to nature to boost your health and mental well-being! \nThis program will be held on Zoom. Participants will be mailed program materials and expected to collect some simple supplies on their own (instructions provided). \nThis series is intended for people caring for those who are living with dementia.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/fill-your-watering-can-a-botanical-wellness-program-for-care-partners/2024-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Wellness
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/fill-your-watering-can-a-botanical-wellness-program-for-care-partners/2024-11-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241019T020704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195936Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Foundations (Online)
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! Basics or Palliative care to enhance the learning experience. \nClick the link below to register: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtc–urj4vGtUgY8ykRPhUVTnNYbOn-fYc \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom. Registration is required.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-foundations-online/
CATEGORIES:Dementia Foundations,Health Care Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20240823T084417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195630Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Group for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias. These groups are facilitated by volunteers who have lived experience as care partners and have received training on group facilitation. Participants and peer facilitators decide on the focus and direction of the group. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nProvide a safe setting which promotes mutual support\, both practical and emotional\, throughout the course of the disease\nEnhance care partner’s knowledge of the illness\, available supports\, and coping strategies.\n\nThis group meets online on the second Friday of every month from 10:30am to 12:00pm. \nRegistration and a short pre-screening are required before attending this support group. \nFor more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups\, please contact intake@alz.to or complete the interest form below \n*Disclaimer: We kindly ask that you complete the interest form if you are interested in attending. Completion of this interest form does not guarantee a spot in this group. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive a confirmation email. \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a formal Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-4/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-4/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241019T012740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195631Z
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SUMMARY:Long-Term Care Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers of individuals living with dementia residing in long-term care 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 a different theme relating to LTC on each month. \nThemes that will be discussed include: \n\nTransition to LTC\nManaging feelings of guilt\, relief and sadness\nHow to prepare for Plan of Care Meetings and what to expect\nFamily Councils\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\nEvery 1st 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) \nIf you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \n*Disclaimer: Registration is required for this group and closes at midnight (12am) the Sunday 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. \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a formal Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-caregiver-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89975047107
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241019T004112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195632Z
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SUMMARY:EASE Session 1: Supporting the Symptoms of Dementia
DESCRIPTION:The E.A.S.E program is a 4 session program developed for PSWs currently working with persons living with dementia. \nThe program will engage PSWs in dementia education\, giving practical tools to improve the level of care and support provided to persons living with dementia and the PSW – a real-life approach. PSW’s will leave each session with tools/ideas to use right away on the job. \nNOTE: Each session is a stand-alone but can be taken in tandem. Registration is required for each session. Learners who complete all four sessions within a 1 year period (April-March) will be eligible for a certificate acknowledging their participation. \nDates:\nThursdays\, November 7th\, 14th\, 21st\, and 28th. \nTime:\n12pm – 1pm \nSession 1 – Supporting Symptoms of Dementia\nIn this session we explore the symptoms of dementia\, what they may look like and the impact they can have when giving support to person’s living with dementia. \nThe presentation will be online via Zoom\, and you will receive the Zoom link after you register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/ease-session-1-supporting-the-symptoms-of-dementia/
CATEGORIES:EASE,Health Care Professionals
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/ease-session-1-supporting-the-symptoms-of-dementia/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241018T225908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195633Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Overview for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor care partners related to a person living with dementia. \nTopics: \n\nGain a greater understanding of the process of diagnosis and medications available\nDevelop a better\, over-all understanding of dementia\nIncrease your knowledge of the stages and progression of Alzheimer’s disease\nBetter the caregiver’s insight into the person with dementia (PWD)\nLearn about community services and supports\n\nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners/
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Workshops
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20240823T084417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135306Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Music with Steve - Virtual Music Program
DESCRIPTION:Join The Power of Music with Steve – Our 6-week Virtual Music Program! \nThis program explores different musical genres though live musical performances and engaging conversations such as music on Broadway\, music and meditation\, great composers\, jazz\, musical improvisation\, and music and memories! It is an hour of pure joy and fun! \nNovember 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, December 4th & 11th 2024. \nSteve Koven is a composer\, performer\, producer\, educator\, and filmmaker. His band the Steve Koven Trio has toured the world for more than two decades\, and they have been coined the ‘Canadian Cultural Ambassadors’. As an educator\, Steve has been teaching in the Faculty of Music at Toronto’s York University\, teaching Contemporary Improvisation and Jazz Piano Studies. He also teaches in the Music Department at Centennial College. \nThis series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to engage at their own pace and in their own style. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-11-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181159
CREATED:20241018T213547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135558Z
UID:10000800-1730718000-1730721600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Fill Your Watering Can - A Botanical Wellness Program for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:Weekly on Mondays: November 4 to December 9 (6-weeks) from 11:00am – 12:00pm \nPour yourself a cup of tea and join us online for a little plant inspiration! Led by horticultural therapy practitioner and forest therapy guide\, Emma Rooney\, this group is a supported place to get your weekly dose of nature. Each session includes a short nature meditation\, a wondrous plant tour\, and a fun botanical art activity. As we head into cooler temperatures and darker days\, find encouragement for staying connected to nature to boost your health and mental well-being! \nThis program will be held on Zoom. Participants will be mailed program materials and expected to collect some simple supplies on their own (instructions provided). \nThis series is intended for people caring for those who are living with dementia.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/fill-your-watering-can-a-botanical-wellness-program-for-care-partners/2024-11-04/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Wellness
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/fill-your-watering-can-a-botanical-wellness-program-for-care-partners/2024-11-04/
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