Spousal Support Group
2025-10-27 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-11/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss 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)
Learn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every last Monday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm online using Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

*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
PLEASE 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/

Minds in Motion®
2025-10-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-04 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A9, Canada
8-Week Series on Tuesdays – October 14th – December 2nd from 1:00 – 3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.
October 14th, 21st, 28th, November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, & December 2nd 2025
Give your mind and body a boost!
Minds 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. This program is offered once a week for 8 weeks and offers a great environment to establish new friendships with others who are living with similar experiences.
For more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.

EASE Session 4: T.R.U.S.T. in Dementia Care
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/ease-session-4-personal-challenges-3/
The E.A.S.E program is a 4-session program developed for PSWs currently working with persons living with dementia.
The 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.
NOTE: Each session is a stand-alone. A separate registration is required for each session.

Dates:
Tuesdays, October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th
Time:
7pm – 8pm

Session 4 – T.R.U.S.T. in Dementia Care
TRUST (The Recognition and Understanding of Sensitive Topics) in Dementia Care is a workshop for frontline health care professionals who work directly with persons living with dementia. Participants will be able to understand factors that lead to responsive behaviours, recognize the emotional impact responsive behaviours have on healthcare workers, and identify strategies and tools to build resiliency to cope with hurtful actions and comments.

Drum Circle w/Thyra
2025-10-29 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-11-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
4-Week Series on Wednesdays, October 15th – November 5th 2025 from 1:30 – 3:00 PM at Mid-Scarborough Hub located at 2658 Eglinton Ave East.
October 15th, 22nd, 29th, & November 5th 2025
Join the circle and feel the rhythm in this hand drumming series designed for people living with dementia and their care partners, led by renowned music Therapist, Thyra Andrews.
No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to have fun and express yourself!
About Your facilitator:
Thyra Andrews is the Founder and President of New Song Music Therapy, an Ontario based practice presently serving long term care facilities with a specialized team of Music Therapists. New Song Music Therapy has succeeded for years in enhancing senior living with tailored high quality Music Therapy programs distinctly designed to overcome barriers, engage and uplift residents and reduce isolation.
For more information, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau by email or phone 647-456-6168

Enhancing Family Dynamics
2025-10-29 14:30 - 16:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/enhancing-family-dynamics-3/
This workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia. The focus of the session will be on exploring significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia and strategies for assisting families, building on strengths and resilience.
For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.

Learning Objectives:

Identify family dynamics and their effects on families
Explore significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia
Explore strategies for assisting families, building on strength and resilience
Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

Workshop will be presented online via Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-10-29 14:30 - 16:30 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person
Location: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto
(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)

*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
PLEASE 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/

Understanding Behaviours of Dementia
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Toronto Public Library – Don Mills, 888 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M3C 1P6, Canada
Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Don Mills Branch for our Understanding Behaviours of Dementia education session.
This session is designed to help participants better understand why people living with dementia express changes in their behaviour.
Tips for those supporting the individual experiencing them will be explored.

Registration is appreciated. Please call the branch at 416-395-5710 to register
To learn more, click here

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-2/2025-10-30/
This 8-week online support group meets to provide participants with an opportunity to support each other through the grief and bereavement process. Both practical and emotional needs will be explored to help participants cope with a loss.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences, as well as grief and bereavement
Learn from others on adjusting to the loss and their own changing relationship to self and others.
Discuss and share different strategies regarding selfcare including discussion on stages of grief (various frameworks), finding meaning and exploring feelings related to loss and loneliness.
Receive updated information on where to seek additional supports if desired

Session dates:
Thursdays from 10:00am – 12:00pm, starting September 25th to November 13th
Week 1 – September 25th
Week 2 – October 2nd
Week 3 – October 9th
Week 4 – October 16th
Week 5 – October 23rd
Week 6 – October 30th
Week 7 – November 6th
Week 8 – November 13th
Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. Your contact information will be shared with Hazel Burns Hospice who will contact you regarding screening. If you have attended this group in the past, please note due to limited space, new members will be prioritized – we thank you for your understanding.

Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session.
This program is not a crisis support. For crisis support, you may call Distress Centres of Greater Toronto at 416-408-4357 (408-HELP) or visit www.dcogt.com.

Registration is required. Registration closes on September 10th at 11:59pm.
Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to

PLEASE 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/

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-10-30 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-10-30/
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.
Jenn 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.
This program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
PLEASE NOTE: Dance Fitness will revert to starting at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm beginning January 8th

Unpacking Denial in Dementia
2025-10-30 14:00 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-4/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Explore the concept of denial and anosognosia
Identify how denial impacts persons with dementia and their care partners
Explore behaviours and strategies for responding
Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

This workshop is for care partners of a person living with dementia

Workshop will be presented online using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
2025-10-30 15:00 - 17:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group/
Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?
This 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.
Participants decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs are explored.
This support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom
Please fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:
(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.)

PLEASE 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/

Singing for Health – Music Therapy Choir
2025-10-31 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-11-07 13:30 - 15:00 | Trinity Community Recreation Center, 155 Crawford St., Toronto, Canada
6-Week Series from October 24th – November 28th at Trinity Community Recreation Center located at 155 Crawford St.
October 24th, 31st, November 7th 14th, 21st, 28th 2025
Discover the power of music in this uplifting 6-week choral program, led by Applied Music and Health students from the University of Toronto. Together, we’ll use the joy of singing to boost memory, attention, and communication skills through engaging, personalized music-based exercises incorporating evidence-based applications of Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT)®.
More than just a choir, this is a welcoming space to connect with others, share in creativity, and experience the wellbeing that music can bring. No singing experience is needed—just bring your voice and an open heart.
This program is designed for people living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners.
For more information contact Kristin Bartlett or call 416-389-6099.

Virtual Explore Art with Jano
2025-11-03 14:00 - 15:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/virtual-explore-art-with-jano-2/
Monday, November 3rd from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M on Zoom
Sign up for another insightful Explore Art with Jano, a virtual art appreciation program. We continue our series “Focus on Nature” with a session on gardens. Spaces for contemplation and relaxation gardens have been turned into luscious landscapes or intriguing vistas since time immemorial.
Join us with your curiosity and come ready to share thoughts and ideas. We will focus on a variety of gardens to pause and ponder at how artists have rendered these typically green spaces that offer us respite from our everyday routines.
Jano Cortijo is an arts educator whose work finds him engaging audiences of various ages, abilities, and backgrounds in museums, classrooms, community centres, and online. Straying far from the canon to elevate artists and works that have been excluded or erased from mainstream conversations, Cortijo encourages critical discussion while connecting the participants’ individual histories and stories with the art and art makers.
Image caption:
Pierre Bonnard, The Orchard, 1899
Lithograph, 13 x 14 inches

Dementia Overview for Care Partners
2025-11-03 15:00 - 16:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-5/
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.
This session is intended for care partners to a person living with dementia.
Topics:

Gain a greater understanding of the process of diagnosis and medications available
Develop a better, over-all understanding of dementia
Increase your knowledge of the stages and progression of Alzheimer’s disease
Better the caregiver’s insight into the person with dementia (PWD)
Learn about community services and supports

Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Drop-in Spousal Support Group
2025-11-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Scotiabank Learning Centre, Providence Healthcare, 3276 St Clair Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1W1, 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.
The 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:

Managing stress
Ambiguous loss
Guilt
Family dynamics
Self-care
Understanding responsive behaviors
Long-term care

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 9:30am to 11:30am In-person at Providence Healthcare.
Location: Scotiabank Learning Centre (Room B-156) within Providence Healthcare
Address: 3276 St Clair Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1L 1W1.
(Parking is available on-site for 2.75/each ½ hour or 10.00 daily maximum.)

Registration is NOT REQUIRED – This group is a Drop-in Format

PLEASE 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/

Wives Caregiver Support Group
2025-11-04 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-7/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online via Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

*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
PLEASE 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/

Exploring Nature-Based Virtual Reality to Support Mood and Wellbeing in Alzheimer’s Disease
2025-11-04 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/exploring-nature-based-virtual-reality-to-support-mood-and-wellbeing-in-alzheimers-disease/
Summary:
This webinar will explore how nature-based virtual reality (VR) and other technology-based approaches are being used as non-pharmacological interventions to support people living with Alzheimer’s disease who experience behavioural and psychological symptoms, such as depression or agitation. Attendees will learn how immersive, nature-inspired experiences can improve mood, reduce stress, and enhance quality of life for people living with dementia and their care partners.
The session will then introduce a new study at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), led by Dr. Harmehr Sekhon, that is investigating whether an at-home, nature-based VR program can help manage depression in Alzheimer’s disease. The study also explores how these tools may help people maintain independence and age in place longer.
This webinar is presented in plain language and will include time for audience questions.
For more information on the study, visit: https://tdra.utoronto.ca/study/vrn-ad
Presented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.

About the Presenter
Dr. Harmehr Sekhon is an Assistant Professor at McGill University and an Associate Scientist at St. Mary’s Research Centre. She completed her Ph.D. in geriatrics at McGill and postdoctoral training in Geriatric Psychiatry at McLean Hospital, McGill University, and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). She is the Director of the GeriTech Innovation Research Lab, which includes a team of eight members working on novel technology-based interventions to support healthy aging across the care continuum.
Her research focuses on developing and testing innovative digital health technologies—such as virtual reality, telehealth, and robotics—to improve diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for older adults living with dementia and other mental health challenges. To date, she has published 50 scientific papers and holds an H-index of 20.

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-11-04 17:00 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-38/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
Receive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

*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
PLEASE 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/

Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 2 - Oral Care
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Alzeducate
Session 2 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series
Learn the importance of oral health in overall wellbeing & health, best practice guidelines and practical strategies for providing oral care in each stage of dementia.

To register for this webinar, visit:
www.alzeducate.ca
You must login/create an account in order to participate.
To find the session:

Hover over “Education” and select the intended audience.
Select webinars, then “Upcoming live webinars”.
Select your chosen topic, then click “Enrol me” to register.

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-2/2025-11-06/

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-11-06 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-11-06/

Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group
2025-11-06 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-caregiver-support-group-13/
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.
Should 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.
To guide discussion, the group will focus on different themes relating to long-term care and retirement home environments. Themes that will be discussed include:

Transition to a retirement/long-term care home
Managing feelings of guilt, relief, and sadness
How to prepare for meetings with staff and what to expect
Grief and Ambiguous Loss
Advanced Health Care Planning
What are responsive behaviours and why do they happen?
Activities to engage the person you are supporting
Special Occasions

Every 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)

*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
PLEASE 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/

U-First!® for Care Partners
2025-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-4/2025-11-06/
U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family, friends, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment.
This education program focuses on:

Enhancing the well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes
Reducing responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework
Improving collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge, language and approach to care

Mandatory Session Dates:
Thursday, November 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, November 13th from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, November 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Optional Session Date:
Thursday, November 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm

What’s the cost for the program?
There is no cost for participants of the U-First!® for Care Partners.

Please note that there will be an additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant.
Screening will commence in October, and you can expect a screening call 2-4 weeks before the first session. Sign-up early as registration spots are limited.

Registration closes October 19th, 2025.
***(THIS PROGRAM IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY. If you are a Health Care Provider (PSW, nurse, paid private caregiver, etc) please click here for the U-First! for Health Care Providers courses)***

All Joking Aside, Improv Workshop Series with Nigel Downer
2025-11-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
4-Week Series on Mondays from November 10th – December 1st from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor.
November 10th, 17th, 24th, December 1st 2025
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. Yes, and… this 4-part series workshop will include entry level games and exercises that expand the world of improv and open other ways for you to communicate with your family, friends and peers. No Experience necessary. Positivity and an open mind, a must. This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments, no background in improv, all are welcome.
For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099

Care Partner Stress and Building Resilience
2025-11-10 15:00 - 16:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/care-partner-stress-and-building-resilience-4/
This workshop is to help care partners identify their sources of stress and develop coping strategies. The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of resilience and ways to build care partner resilience.

Learning Objectives:

Explore the different types of stress care partners may experience and develop coping strategies to deal with the stress
Increase awareness of the importance of self-care for the care partner
Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community and where to seek those services
Describe the concept of resilience and why it is important for care partners

Workshop will be presented online using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-13/
This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body Dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.
Learning Objectives:

Interact with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body Dementia
Become familiar with the specific type of dementia
Opportunity for therapeutic support as well as education information
Share experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitator and other group members

Every 2nd Monday 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)

*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
PLEASE 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/

Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin
2025-11-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
6-Week Series on Tuesdays from November 11th – December 16th from 1:00 -3:00 PM at Scarborough Hub
November 11th, 18th, 25th, December 2nd, 9th, & 16th 2025
Join our Creative Conversations, a warm and inviting social program that combines the benefits of cognitive activity, engaging conversation and easy creative exploration. This program is facilitated by Robin Gertin (a Certified Expressive Arts Therapist) who has extensive experience working with seniors and those living with dementia.
This program includes:

45 minutes of skillfully supported conversation and cognitive exercises around themes of everyday living, designed to engage people of all abilities, fostering connection and community.
A break to have a snack and socialize
30 minutes of accessible art-based activity that does not require any prior experience, where the fun and relaxing process is valued over final products.

This series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to learn at their own pace and in their own style.
