Alzheimers Society of Toronto

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-39/
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/

Aqua Fit - Creative Movement
2025-12-03 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, M4G 1R8
Wednesdays, November 12 to December 17th (6-week program) from 10:30-11:30 at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital located at 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, ON Canada M4G 1R8
Aquafit is not swimming, it is a way to exercise in the water that can accommodate all ages, fitness levels, health considerations and abilities. It welcomes participants to choose their own intensity level, speed and range of motion. The principles of water protect joints, and build strength, flexibility, balance and endurance. Aquafit not only benefits the body, it stimulates the mind and rejuvenates the spirit.
This program is for people living with mild to moderate dementia and/or cognitive impairments and their care partners, who both have comfortability in the water.
For more information please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone 416-389-6099.

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-12-04 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-12-04/
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

Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
2025-12-04 14:00 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-mild-cognitive-impairment-mci-3/
This workshop is for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and/or care partners of people living with MCI. The focus of the session will be on providing an overview of MCI and the differences between normal aging, MCI and dementia.

Learning Objectives:

Increase knowledge of MCI and the differences between normal aging, MCI and dementia
Explore how MCI impacts individuals and families
Learn how to optimize cognitive health
Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

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

Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-04 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-caregiver-support-group-14/
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/

Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Training
2025-12-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers.
GPA Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associated with dementia. The GPA curriculum will educate staff on how to use a person-centred, compassionate and gentle persuasive approach and to respond respectfully, with confidence and skill to responsive behaviour associated with dementia.
Learning Objectives:

Explain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response
Apply emotional, environmental, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours
Demonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk

Date and Time:
Monday, December 8th from 9:00am to 5:00pm
(You must attend the full day to complete the training)
Cost: $87

This is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.
Address: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto M4R 1K8
(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)

Registration is required. [When registering, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes, we will reach out to you via email]
Registration deadline is Friday, December 5th, 2025

Living with Ambiguous Loss Support Group
2025-12-08 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-5/2025-12-08/
This 4-week online caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience, with a structured focus on the concept of “Ambiguous Loss”. This group is inspired by Pauline Boss’ book “Loving Someone With Dementia“.
Learning Objectives

Develop an understanding of the concept of “Ambiguous Loss” and ambiguous loss in the context of dementia, and how this unique type of loss differs from other losses
Develop coping strategies to implement in their own lives
Obtain a better understanding of their own experiences of grief related to caring for their family member
Engage in self reflection and share insights related to their caregiving experience
Learn from others on adjusting to the losses and their own changing relationship to self and others

This group will run for four consecutive weeks online using Zoom. Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the start date.
Session dates:
Mondays from 10am–12pm, starting Nov 17th ending Dec 8th.

Week 1 – Nov 17th
Week 2 – Nov 24th
Week 3 – Dec 1st
Week 4 – Dec 8th

* Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. If this schedule does not work for you at this time, you’re encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here!

Registration is required and closes on November 13th at 11:59 pm.
Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session. If you need registration support, please contact us at: intake@alz.to.
THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.
If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

Lewy Body and Parkinson's Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-08 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-14/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Interact with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body or Parkinson’s Dementia
Become familiar with these specific types of dementias
Receive therapeutic support as well as educational information to enhance your caregiving experience
Share your experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitators and other group members in a safe space

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/

Reframing Guilt and Anger in Caregiving
2025-12-09 10:00 - 11:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/reframing-guilt-and-anger-in-caregiving-4/
This workshop is to help care partners recognize and identify the causes of guilt and anger in caregiving and develop coping strategies to reframe guilt, anger and build resilience.

For Family and Friends of people living with dementia

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

Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin
2025-12-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-16 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.

The Scarborough Community Connections Cafe
2025-12-10 12:30 - 14:30 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
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.
The 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.

Every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm to 2:30pm In-person at our AST Mid Scarborough Hub.
Address: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON, M1K2S3

Registration 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.

Mid-Town Social
2025-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th Floor.
Mid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making, games, creative movement, cooking, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together, break bread, have a laugh and be creative together.

Peer Support Group for Care Partners
2025-12-10 19:00 - 20:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-9/2025-12-10/
Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment. 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.
Learning Objectives:

Provide a safe setting which promotes mutual support, both practical and emotional, throughout the course of the disease
Enhance care partner’s knowledge of the illness, available supports, and coping strategies.

This support group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm online using Zoom
Registration and a short pre-screening are required before attending this support group.
For more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups, please contact intake@alz.to or complete the interest form below

For more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups, please follow the link to complete the form: Interest Form
(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.)

PLEASE 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/

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

Fitness Friends
2025-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
Join us this Fall for Fitness Friends at our Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough.
Find your groove with us as we engage with some gentle movement set to some great playlists! 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.
Fall Dates: Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11
Contact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168

Mindfulness and Meditation
2025-12-11 13:00 - 14:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/mindfulness-and-meditation-5/
This hands-on, interactive workshop is for care partners of people living with dementia. The overarching goal is for care partners to feel more relaxed and grounded at the end of the workshop, and to learn one or more relaxation and meditation techniques to continue to use on their own.
For care partners of people living with dementia.

Learning Objectives:

Recognize the impact of chronic stress on care partners.
Explore how relaxation and meditation techniques can help reduce care partner stress and build resilience in the face of uncertainty.
Practice some helpful relaxation and meditation techniques that you can continue to do on your own after the workshop.
Develop an understanding of how to connect with supportive services in your community.

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

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-11 13:30 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-42/
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 2nd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm 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/

Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-24/
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.
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 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm 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/

Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-13/
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.
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 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm 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/

Peer Support Group for Care Partners
2025-12-12 10:30 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-5/2025-12-12/
Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment. 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.
Learning Objectives:

Provide a safe setting which promotes mutual support, both practical and emotional, throughout the course of the disease
Enhance care partner’s knowledge of the illness, available supports, and coping strategies.

This support group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm online using Zoom
Registration and a short pre-screening are required before attending this support group.
For more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups, please contact intake@alz.to or complete the interest form below.

Palliative Care in Dementia Program
2025-12-13 09:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/palliative-care-in-dementia-program-6/
PRE-REQUISITE: You must be a FRONTLINE HEALTHCARE PROVIDER and have attended either:

Dementia Foundations
Dementia 101 self paced module on AlzEducate
Dementia Overview – live session delivered via Zoom or AlzEducate (check our events calendar for dates)
Experience working with people with dementia

Description
This training program is aimed at enhancing the knowledge of frontline staff in caring for people with dementia using a palliative care approach. This program focuses on promoting quality of life and comfort for individuals living with dementias and their families, with particular emphasis on late stage and end of life. Participants will explore their own beliefs around dying and how it impacts care as well as examine what a palliative care approach means through a dementia lens.
Learning Objectives:

Reflect on different values & beliefs on dying and how it impacts care
Define palliative care
Describe dementia as a terminal condition and its symptoms in late/end of life stages
Review Dementia-Specific Palliative Care Goals/Values that provide comfort and support quality of life in advanced and end-of-life dementia
Relate concepts of culture, spirituality and communication and their significance in delivering person-centered care
Addressing unattended grief as a healthcare provider and its impact on delivering person-centered care

Date and Time:
Saturday, December 13th from 9:00am to 12:00pm

Please Read Before Registering
At 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.
If 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.
Please note that repeated absences without notice will result in restrictions on future registrations.
By registering for this session, you are agreeing to the statement above

Click the link below to register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/sLfVMQ85QyiW9L1EO9t5PA

Program will be presented online using Zoom. Registration is required.

Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Training
2025-12-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers.
GPA Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associated with dementia. The GPA curriculum will educate staff on how to use a person-centred, compassionate and gentle persuasive approach and to respond respectfully, with confidence and skill to responsive behaviour associated with dementia.
Learning Objectives:

Explain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response
Apply emotional, environmental, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours
Demonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk

Date and Time:
Saturday, December 13th from 9:00am to 5:00pm
(You must attend the full day to complete the training)
Cost: $87

This is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.
Address: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto M4R 1K8
(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)

Registration is required. [When registering, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes, we will reach out to you via email]
Registration deadline is Wednesday, December 10th, 2025

End of Life Care
2025-12-15 13:00 - 14:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/end-of-life-care-4/
This workshop is for care partners of persons in the late stage of dementia. It provides an opportunity to discuss issues regarding changes in the late stage, approaching the End-of-Life, making difficult decisions for this stage, grief and the need to take care of yourself.

For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.

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

The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
2025-12-15 14:30 - 16:30 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
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.
The 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.

On Monday, December 15th from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office
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)

Registration 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.

Peer Support Group for Care Partners
2025-12-16 13:00 - 14:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/peer-support-group-for-care-partners-8/2025-12-16/
Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment. 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.
Learning Objectives:

Provide a safe setting which promotes mutual support, both practical and emotional, throughout the course of the disease
Enhance care partner’s knowledge of the illness, available supports, and coping strategies.

This support group meets every other Tuesday from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm online using Zoom
Registration and a short pre-screening are required before attending this support group.
For more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups, please contact intake@alz.to or complete the interest form below.

U-First!® (for Health Care Professionals)
2025-12-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
U-First!® for Health Care Professionals supports health care and other service providers who work with people living with dementia or other cognitive impairments. U-First!® builds on existing curriculum and encourages learners to make lifelong learning a goal. The vision is to provide every member of the care team with consistent education on key skills and best care practices. It sets the stage for common knowledge, language for communicating with all members of the care team (including informal care partners), and a comprehensive approach to care.
This program is for personal support workers and other front-line health care workers (including dietary, rehabilitation and social service staff, activationists, nurses, and health care students).
We highly recommend that you take Dementia Foundations prior to registering to this course.

Date and Time:
Thursday, December 18th from 9:00am to 4:00pm
Cost: $80

This is an In-Person workshop at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Head office)
Address: 20 Eglinton Avenue West, 16th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1K8

Registration is required. [When registering, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes, we will reach out to you via email]
Registration deadline is Monday, December 15th, 2025

Scarborough General Caregiver Support Group
2025-12-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
This in-person 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 fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00am-11:30am In-Person at the AST Mid-Scarborough Hub.
Location: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON, M1K 2S3 (attached to the Scarborough Center for Healthy Communities (SCHC) building).
NOTE: December’s session has been moved to Thursday December 18th to accommodate the Christmas Holiday.

*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/
