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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 living with dementia 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 is required for this group and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241212T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201602Z
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SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia 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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-8/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241020T012413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195859Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 11th\, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office located at 20 Eglinton Ave W\, 16th Floor.\n\nMid-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.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
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/2024-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-12-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241202T200809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T201005Z
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SUMMARY:Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson's Disease Dementia
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of these two rarer types of dementia.\nIt will provide attendees the opportunity to understand the unique symptoms\, criteria for diagnosis and support needs for both the person living with these brain changes and their care partners. \n  \nTo register for this webinar\, visit:\nwww.alzeducate.ca \nYou must login/create an account in order to participate. \nTo find the session: \n\nHover over “Education”  and select the intended audience.\nSelect webinars\, then “Upcoming live webinars”.\nSelect your chosen topic\, then click “Enrol me” to register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-and-parkinsons-disease-dementia/
LOCATION:Alzeducate
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240823T084423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T023312Z
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SUMMARY:Explore Art with Jano (ONLINE)
DESCRIPTION:Join us with your curiosity and come ready to share thoughts and ideas. Our final session in the series about female artists and abstraction will present the work of Irene Rice Pereira\, whose crowded and often industrial looking compositions defied expectations about what female painters should depict during the first half of the XX century. \n\nAn acute observer and learner who channeled the most avant garde movements of her time Pereira experimented with form and medium to create striking and intricate artworks. \nJano Cortijo is a gay\, immigrant\, bilingual arts educator whose work finds him engaging audiences of various ages\, abilities\, and backgrounds in museums\, classrooms\, community centers\, or computer screens. Jano encourages critical discussion while connecting the participants’ individual histories and stories with the art and art makers. \nThis program is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners. A Zoom link will be provided to you in an email once you have registered for this program. \nFor more information contact our Active Living Program Coordinator Kristin Bartlett or call 416-389-6099 \n  \nPhoto credit: Irene Rice Pereira\, Landscape of the Absolute (1955); oil and enamel on canvas
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/explore-art-with-jano-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Art
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/explore-art-with-jano-online-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241112T182930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T142510Z
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SUMMARY:BSO Self-Care Series - Session 1: Self-Care for Professionals Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:This 4-session series explores the different issues Frontline Health Care Providers may experience when providing care to People Living with Dementia. In this series of workshops\, participants will receive information on a variety of self care topics in addition to learning tips and strategies on how to work better as a team with the aim of enhancing client care. \n\nThese workshops will be online using Zoom.\n\n \nSession 1: Self-Care for Professionals Toolkit\nTuesday\, December 10th\, from 10:00am to 11:30am\nThis session will discuss the concept of Self Care and the important role it plays in managing the day-to-day stress associated with a Health Care Professional’s occupation.\nThis session will provide practical strategies for self care and encourage participants to create their own self care plan with examples of activities provided throughout.\n\n  \nOther sessions in the series:\nSession 2: Navigating Difficult Conversations\nTuesday\, January 14th\, from 10:00am to 11:30am\nSession 3: Putting You First \nTuesday\, February 11th\, from 10:00am to 11:30am\nSession 4: Grief and Loss\nTuesday\, March 11th\, from 10:00am to 11:30am\n  \nPlease refer to our event calendar to sign up for the sessions of interest.\nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/bso-self-care-series-session-1-self-care-for-professionals-toolkit/
CATEGORIES:Health Care Professionals,Learn,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/bso-self-care-series-session-1-self-care-for-professionals-toolkit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241209T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241113T195305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201541Z
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SUMMARY:Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body 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 Dementia\nBecome familiar with the specific type of dementia\nOpportunity for therapeutic support as well as education information\nShare experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitator and other group members\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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-dementia-caregiver-support-group-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240823T084419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195930Z
UID:10000661-1733763600-1733770800@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:What is U-First!®  for Care Partners? \nU-First!® for Care Partners is a new education program for family and friends who are providing direct support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis 6 hour education program will help you to: \n\nEnhance well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReduce responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImprove collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care.\n\nMandatory Session Dates:\nMonday\, November 18th from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nMonday\, November 25th from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nMonday\, December 2nd from 5:00pm-7:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nMonday\, December 9th from 5:00pm-7:00pm \nWho should attend? \nU-First!® for Care Partners is for family and friends of people experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment who provide direct support for that person in an unpaid role. \nWhat’s involved in the program? \n\nInteractive learning approach that has participants reflect on their experiences\, engage with new content\, practice using a variety of methods including case studies and plan for how they will implement what they have learned.\nLearners receive a Participant Workbook and a U-First!® Wheel to use during the program and keep as useful resources for applying their learning.\nLearners will also be invited to take part in an evaluation to better understand the effectiveness and outcomes of the program.  In addition\, a sample of participants will be invited to take part in an interview with the Evaluator. All learners will be invited to participate in evaluation activities but will not be excluded from the program if they choose not to participate in the evaluation.\n\nWhat’s the cost for the program? \nThere is no cost for participants of U-First!® for Care Partners. \nPlease note that there will be additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant. \nRegistration closes October 20th\, 2024.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-zoom-2/2024-12-09/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-zoom-2/2024-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
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/2024-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Wellness
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/fill-your-watering-can-a-botanical-wellness-program-for-care-partners/2024-12-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241020T011238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135033Z
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SUMMARY:Xenia Concert: Meridian Hall
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 7th from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M at Meridian Hall\, located at 1 Front St. East\, M5E 1B2. \nIn partnership with TO Live and Alzheimer Society of Toronto\, Xenia Concerts is proud to present Duo Perdendosi!\n \nJoin us to experience the music of Duo Perdendosi! Consisting of pianist Tong Wang and violinist Maitreyi Muralidharan\, Duo Perdendosi thrills audiences with immersive musical stories and fairy tales\, with music by Sergei Prokofiev\, Fazil Say\, Leoš Janáček\, and Joe Hisaishi! \n\n\nThis concert is designed to encourage intergenerational interactions through shared listening experience in a relaxed concert environment. Meridian Hall is a wheelchair accessible venue. A complete list of accessibility features is below. \n\nAccessibility features: \n\nAll expressions welcome! Feel free to make noise\, or get up.\nGender-neutral\, wheelchair accessible washrooms\nPDF Venue Guide\nAccessible e-programs emailed before event\nSensory objects\, balance seats\, weighted pillows\, and weighted blankets available\nFlexible seating and a separate area for breaks\nMovement activities\nVisual schedule
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/xenia-concert-meridian-hall/
LOCATION:Meridian Hall\, 1 Front St. East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5E 1B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Community Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241108T142044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195910Z
UID:10001227-1733558400-1733583600@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First! (for Health Care Professionals) – Special Funding
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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). \nWe highly recommend that you take Dementia Foundations prior to registering to this course. \n\n  \nDate and Time: \nSaturday\, December 7th from 8:00am to 3:00pm \n  \nCost: Free\nThanks to funding provided through our Unforgettable Gala Fund A Need\, we are able to provide this training at no cost to you. \nPlease enter your complete address (including apartment number if applicable) when you register. Course materials will be mailed to you ahead of time. A ten dollar fee will be applied if materials have to be reshipped due to an incomplete address \n  \nProgram is presented using Zoom.\nRegistration is required.\nRegistration deadline is Thursday\, November 28th\, 2024 \n 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-health-care-professionals-special-funding/
CATEGORIES:Certificate Program,Health Care Professionals,U-First
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-health-care-professionals-special-funding/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241020T010305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T192008Z
UID:10001023-1733475600-1733504400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers. \nGPA 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response\nApply emotional\, environmental\, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours\nDemonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk\n\nDate and Time: \nFriday\, December 6th from 9:00am to 5:00pm\n(You must attend the full day to complete the training) \nCost: $80 \nThis is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.\nAddress: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(Northwest corner of Yonge and Eglinton\, accross the street from Yonge and Eglinton subway station. Our office tower is to the left of Metro Grocery) \nRegistration is required. Registration deadline is Tuesday\, December 3rd\, 2024
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/gentle-persuasive-approaches-gpa-training/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Gentle Persuasive Approaches,Health Care Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241019T012945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201503Z
UID:10000881-1733419800-1733425200@alz.to
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. Themes 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\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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-caregiver-support-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/long-term-care-caregiver-support-group-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241019T031925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195934Z
UID:10000906-1733392800-1733400000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Living with Ambiguous Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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“.\n\nLearning Objectives \n\nDevelop 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\nDevelop coping strategies to implement in their own lives\nObtain a better understanding of their own experiences of grief related to caring for their family member\nEngage in self reflection and share insights related to their caregiving experience\nLearn from others on adjusting to the losses and their own changing relationship to self and others\n\nThis 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.\n \nSession dates:\n\nThursdays from 10am–12pm\, starting November 14th ending December 5th.\n\nWeek 1 – November 14th\nWeek 2 – November 21st\nWeek 3 – November 28th\nWeek 4 – December 5th\n\n* 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!\n \nRegistration is required and closes on November 7th at 11:59 pm.\nPlease 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.\n \nTHIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.\nIf you are a FORMAL Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group/2024-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group/2024-12-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240823T084417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135306Z
UID:10000637-1733320800-1733324400@alz.to
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/2024-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-12-04/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241018T222804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201441Z
UID:10000869-1733245200-1733252400@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia 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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241020T005324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195913Z
UID:10001022-1733232600-1733238000@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. \nFor family caregivers related to a person living with dementia. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRecognize that behaviour is a form of communication\nDescribe how dementia impacts communication\nRecall communication strategies that can be used to support people living with dementia\nDiscuss the meaning of behaviours in dementia and ways to offer support\n\nWorkshop will be presented online via Zoom.\nRegistration is required to participate.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241018T215422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195914Z
UID:10000858-1733218200-1733225400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Drop-in Spousal Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly\, drop-in support group provides an opportunity for spouses caring for a person living with dementia to 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. \nTopics 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\nDates and time: 1st Tuesday of every month from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. \nLocation: Scotiabank Learning Centre (Room B-156) at Providence Healthcare \nAddress: 3276 St Clair Ave E\, Scarborough\, ON M1L 1W1. \nParking: Available on-site for 2.75/each ½ hour or 10.00 daily maximum. \nRegistration: NOT REQUIRED – Drop-in Format \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/drop-in-spousal-support-group/
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:20241202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240823T084419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195930Z
UID:10000660-1733158800-1733166000@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:What is U-First!®  for Care Partners? \nU-First!® for Care Partners is a new education program for family and friends who are providing direct support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis 6 hour education program will help you to: \n\nEnhance well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReduce responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImprove collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care.\n\nMandatory Session Dates:\nMonday\, November 18th from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nMonday\, November 25th from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nMonday\, December 2nd from 5:00pm-7:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nMonday\, December 9th from 5:00pm-7:00pm \nWho should attend? \nU-First!® for Care Partners is for family and friends of people experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment who provide direct support for that person in an unpaid role. \nWhat’s involved in the program? \n\nInteractive learning approach that has participants reflect on their experiences\, engage with new content\, practice using a variety of methods including case studies and plan for how they will implement what they have learned.\nLearners receive a Participant Workbook and a U-First!® Wheel to use during the program and keep as useful resources for applying their learning.\nLearners will also be invited to take part in an evaluation to better understand the effectiveness and outcomes of the program.  In addition\, a sample of participants will be invited to take part in an interview with the Evaluator. All learners will be invited to participate in evaluation activities but will not be excluded from the program if they choose not to participate in the evaluation.\n\nWhat’s the cost for the program? \nThere is no cost for participants of U-First!® for Care Partners. \nPlease note that there will be additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant. \nRegistration closes October 20th\, 2024.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-zoom-2/2024-12-02/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-zoom-2/2024-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241018T213547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135558Z
UID:10000804-1733137200-1733140800@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/2024-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Wellness
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/fill-your-watering-can-a-botanical-wellness-program-for-care-partners/2024-12-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241018T211948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T163222Z
UID:10000795-1732806000-1732813200@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for a person impacted by dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease?\nThis monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of those impacted by dementia and/or Alzheimer’s disease to come together and support each other through the caregiving experience in a supportive and inclusive environment.\nParticipants will decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs will be explored.\n  \nLearning Objectives:\n– Opportunity to share insights with each other related to personal caregiving experiences\n– 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)\n– Learn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey\n– Receive information on relevant services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n \n \nThe support group meet every last Thursday of the month from 3:00pm to 5:00pm using Zoom\nFor more information about the support group\, please contact Curtis Larade (he/him) clarade@alz.to or Charles Ricopuerto (he/him) CRicopuerto@alz.to
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-caregiver-support-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-caregiver-support-group-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240927T033522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195916Z
UID:10000602-1732798800-1732806000@alz.to
SUMMARY:East End Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person Social/Recreation program. \nJoin our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub! This program is an opportunity to meet like minded people\, to engage in meaningful conversations\, tap into our creativity and get active. This two hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists. 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. Light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/east-end-friends-in-person-november/
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:20241128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241019T004914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195916Z
UID:10000879-1732795200-1732798800@alz.to
SUMMARY:EASE Session 4: Personal Challenges
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 4 – Personal Challenges\nPersons we work with may exhibit behaviours that trigger a response in our own selves. In this session we explore coping strategies \nThe presentation will be online via Zoom\, and you will receive the Zoom link after you register.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/ease-session-4-personal-challenges/
CATEGORIES:EASE,Health Care Professionals
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/ease-session-4-personal-challenges/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241019T031925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195934Z
UID:10000905-1732788000-1732795200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Living with Ambiguous Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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“.\n\nLearning Objectives \n\nDevelop 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\nDevelop coping strategies to implement in their own lives\nObtain a better understanding of their own experiences of grief related to caring for their family member\nEngage in self reflection and share insights related to their caregiving experience\nLearn from others on adjusting to the losses and their own changing relationship to self and others\n\nThis 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.\n \nSession dates:\n\nThursdays from 10am–12pm\, starting November 14th ending December 5th.\n\nWeek 1 – November 14th\nWeek 2 – November 21st\nWeek 3 – November 28th\nWeek 4 – December 5th\n\n* 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!\n \nRegistration is required and closes on November 7th at 11:59 pm.\nPlease 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.\n \nTHIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.\nIf you are a FORMAL Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group/2024-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group/2024-11-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241128T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241020T002411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201305Z
UID:10001016-1732788000-1732793400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Scarborough General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This in-person monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia 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 fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00am-11:30am In-Person at the AST Mid-Scarborough Hub. \nLocation: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East\, Scarborough\, ON\, M1K 2S3 (attached to the Scarborough Center for Healthy Communities (SCHC) building). \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration is required 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. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \n\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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/scarborough-general-caregiver-support-group/
LOCATION:Mid-Scarborough Hub\, 2658 Eglinton Ave E\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1K 2S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20241019T235102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201238Z
UID:10001010-1732717800-1732725000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia 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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/caregiver-support-group/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240823T084417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T135306Z
UID:10000636-1732716000-1732719600@alz.to
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/2024-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Music
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LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/the-power-of-music-with-steve-virtual-music-program/2024-11-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T173850
CREATED:20240823T084419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195930Z
UID:10000659-1732554000-1732561200@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:What is U-First!®  for Care Partners? \nU-First!® for Care Partners is a new education program for family and friends who are providing direct support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nThis 6 hour education program will help you to: \n\nEnhance well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes\nReduce responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework\nImprove collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge\, language and approach to care.\n\nMandatory Session Dates:\nMonday\, November 18th from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nMonday\, November 25th from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nMonday\, December 2nd from 5:00pm-7:00pm \nOptional Session Date:\nMonday\, December 9th from 5:00pm-7:00pm \nWho should attend? \nU-First!® for Care Partners is for family and friends of people experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment who provide direct support for that person in an unpaid role. \nWhat’s involved in the program? \n\nInteractive learning approach that has participants reflect on their experiences\, engage with new content\, practice using a variety of methods including case studies and plan for how they will implement what they have learned.\nLearners receive a Participant Workbook and a U-First!® Wheel to use during the program and keep as useful resources for applying their learning.\nLearners will also be invited to take part in an evaluation to better understand the effectiveness and outcomes of the program.  In addition\, a sample of participants will be invited to take part in an interview with the Evaluator. All learners will be invited to participate in evaluation activities but will not be excluded from the program if they choose not to participate in the evaluation.\n\nWhat’s the cost for the program? \nThere is no cost for participants of U-First!® for Care Partners. \nPlease note that there will be additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant. \nRegistration closes October 20th\, 2024.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-zoom-2/2024-11-25/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-care-partners-zoom-2/2024-11-25/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Spousal Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers 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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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/ \n  \nPlease read and accept before registering for this group
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-zoom-3/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-zoom-3/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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