Alzheimers Society of Toronto

Dance Fitness 2026
2026-04-02 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2026-04-02/
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

Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-02 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group-4/
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/

3Ds: Dementia, Delirium, and Depression
2026-04-06 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/3ds-dementia-delirium-and-depression/
Learn about the 3 D’s – Delirium, Depression and Dementia and how you can support the person you are caring for when they are experiencing any of these conditions.
Learning Objectives:

Define delirium, depression and dementia
Identify risks factors and causes
Understand the importance of accurate identification of the 3 D’s
Identify strategies to address the 3 D’s

Date and Time:
Monday, April 6th from 11:00am to 12:00pm

Session is presented using Zoom.
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

Drop-in Spousal Support Group
2026-04-07 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
2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-12/
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/

We want to celebrate YOU on National Caregiver Day
2026-04-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
The Alzheimer Society of Toronto invites you to join us in recognizing the incredible dedication of the caregivers in our community on National Caregiver Day.
Date: April 7
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: 20 Eglinton Ave East, 16th Floor
Caregiving is a journey filled with compassion, patience, and resilience. On this special day, we want to celebrate you.
Join us for a relaxing afternoon where caregivers can take a well-deserved break, connect with others who understand the caregiving journey, and enjoy a light lunch in a supportive community environment.
To help make this possible, we will also be offering on-site respite for individuals living with dementia during the event if that is needed. This will include an activity and a light lunch as well.
We want this to be meaningful for you, so you may choose to:

Stay and relax with fellow caregivers and enjoy a light lunch and conversation; or
Take a little “you time” to step out for lunch, run errands, or do some shopping in the neighbourhood

This day is about taking time for yourself.
If you plan to drop off your loved one for respite, we kindly ask that you:

Spend a few minutes settling them in and ensuring they feel comfortable
Remain in the Yonge and Eglinton area so you can return within 15 minutes if needed

Spots are limited, so we encourage you to register early.
We hope you will join us for this special opportunity to pause, recharge, and celebrate the compassion and dedication that caregivers bring every day.
If you have any questions please reach out to Cassandra Koenen at ckoenen@alz.to
We ask that you register yourself and the individual requiring respite (if needed) separately with the buttons below. This will ensure spots for both individuals.

General Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-58/
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/

Adult Child CARERS Program
2026-04-07 18:00 - 20:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-carers-program-5/
This 8-week online program is for adult child care partners of people with mid- to late-stage dementia. Developed by the Reitman Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital, CARERS is a comprehensive dementia care program that supports problem-solving skill development and introduces the innovative use of standardized patients – actors trained to simulate real-life situations – so that caregivers, guided by expert clinical coaches, will learn how to address communication challenges. Alzheimer Society of Durham Region made an excellent video that explains the program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaB0aHqBC98
Goals of the Program:

Enhance practical skills for caregivers
Improve caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills
Enhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges
Improve caregivers’ social interaction and social support

Session dates:
Tuesdays from 6:00pm–8:00pm, starting April 7th and ending May 26th.

Week 1 – April 7th
Week 2 – April 14th
Week 3 – April 21st
Week 4 – April 28th
Week 5 – May 5th
Week 6 – May 12th
Week 7 – May 19th
Week 8 – May 26th

Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.
If this schedule does not work for you at this time, you are encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.

A phone screening and an assessment appointment (in-person or via Zoom) are prerequisites for registration. Registration closes on Thursday April 2nd.
An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your phone screening and assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.

The Scarborough Community Connections Cafe
2026-04-08 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.

Miniature Diorama Art Series with Roxanne
2026-04-08 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-15 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-22 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 Wednesdays, April 8th – April 29th from 1:30 – 3:00 P.M at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor.
Join our creative in-person Miniature Diorama workshop series, designed for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia and their caregivers. Roxanne Brathwaite will lead this program where we will return to a childhood pastime and re-create an interior that captures a moment in time shrunk to 1:6 scale (think Barbie’s size).
Roxanne Brathwaite is a Toronto-based maker who creates richly detailed miniature environments inspired by texture, materiality, and design history. Her miniature dioramas centred around warmth, safety, and emotional connection, her work invites viewers into intimate spaces while also addressing social issues such as domestic abuse, dementia, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Roxanne is a Season 1 contestant on CBC Gem/Netflix Canada’s Best in Miniature, has led workshops at the Gardiner Museum and Jamie Esplanade—which was nominated for a Toronto Heritage Award. She has exhibited with DesignTO, and is a 2023 recipient of the International Guild of Miniature Artisans (IGMA) Scholarship.
For more information contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.

Mid-Town Social
2026-04-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
Mid-Town Social
April 8th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West, 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.
For more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.

Dance Fitness 2026
2026-04-09 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2026-04-09/

TEACH Program (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home)
2026-04-09 11:00 - 12:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/teach-program-training-education-and-assistance-for-caregiving-at-home-16/
The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.
Learning objectives:

Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
Focus on common caregiving themes including; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning
Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners

Session dates:
Thursdays from 11:00am–12:30pm, starting April 9th, ending April 30th.

Week 1 – April 9th
Week 2 – April 16th
Week 3 – April 23rd
Week 4 – April 30th

Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.

If registration is closed or this schedule does not work for you at this time, you are encouraged to fill out the form on this webpage: https://alz.to/programs/support-services/enhancing-care-program/. Additionally, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.

Location: This program takes place online using Zoom.

Registration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on April 6th. An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.

General Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-09 13:30 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-59/
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
2026-04-09 18:30 - 20:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-34/
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
2026-04-09 18:30 - 20:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-17/
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/

Lewy Body and Parkinson's Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-13 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-3/
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/

Minds in Motion
2026-04-14 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A9, Canada
8-Week Series on Tuesdays – April 14th – June 2nd from 1:00 – 3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.
April 14th, 21st, 28th, May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, & June 2nd 2026
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.

TEACH Program (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home)
2026-04-14 17:00 - 18:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/teach-program-training-education-and-assistance-for-caregiving-at-home-15/
The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.
Learning objectives:

Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
Focus on common caregiving themes including; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning
Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners

Session dates:
Tuesdays from 5:00pm–6:30pm, starting April 14th, ending May 5th.

Week 1 – April 14th
Week 2 – April 21st
Week 3 – April 28th
Week 4 – May 5th

Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.

If registration is closed or this schedule does not work for you at this time, you are encouraged to fill out the form on this webpage: https://alz.to/programs/support-services/enhancing-care-program/. Additionally, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.

Location: This program takes place online using Zoom.

Registration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on April 10th. An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.

The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
2026-04-15 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.

Every 3rd Wednesday of the month 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.

What's First Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-15 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/whats-first-caregiver-support-group-4/
Too often, clients shared that they wish they had learned what they would learn later in their journey but much earlier, expressing how key insight on the dementia experience would have improved their overall dementia journey.
This brand-new support group was designed by AST social workers in collaboration with caregivers, people experiencing cognitive changes, and various dementia specialists to offer key insight at the start of the dementia journey for the care partner.
Our experience tells us that the earlier you know what you know, the better your overall caregiving journey.
Each session will focus on a key theme. The following themes will be discussed:

Advance Care Planning-January 21st
Getting a Diagnosis-February 18th
Ontario Health at Home Supports and Respite Programs-March 18th
Supportive Living Environments -April 15th
Supporting Healthy Choices for the Person Living with Dementia and Caregiver-May 20th
Communication Strategies-June 17th
Risk and Safety-July 15th
Dementia Medications-August 19th
Care Partner and Person Living with Dementia Expressed Realities-September 16th
Insider Dementia Wisdom and Overview of Alzheimer Society of Toronto Services-October 21st

Should you choose to participate in this group please know that we expect you to observe the strictest confidentiality.

Every 3rd Wednesday 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/

Dance Fitness 2026
2026-04-16 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2026-04-16/

Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-18/
This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Frontotemporal dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

Learning Objectives:
– Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
– Become familiar with this specific type of dementia
– 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 updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every 3rd 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/

Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-35/
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 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm 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/

Navigating Together Support Group
2026-04-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office, 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4R 1K8, Canada
This six-session, weekly support group is an opportunity for people living with dementia, or Mild Cognitive Impairment, and their care partners to join a support group together. Here pairs can come together to share and find support from others navigating similar challenges or concerns. These semi-structured sessions offer a space to explore topics such as coping with changes, communication, evolving relationships and roles, maintaining independence, and planning.
This short-term support group aims to provide a space where participants can share experiences from their perspective as a person living with dementia or as a care partner. Participants are welcomed as pairs to explore ways to adapt to changes together, find a new normal, and discuss and share unique strategies that support autonomy, safety, and self-care.
The group is facilitated by Social Workers at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto who help promote informative and supportive group discussion.
Screening is a prerequisite for attending this Support Group.
Session Dates:
Week 1 – April 17th
Week 2 – April 24th
Week 3 – May 1st
Week 4 – May 8th
Week 5 – May 15th
Week 6 – May 22nd
Please note, participants are expected to commit to at least 4 sessions listed above.
Please select 2 tickets and enter the required information for both attendees when registering.

Reducing Dementia Risk and Slowing Dementia Progression
2026-04-20 12:00 - 13:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/reducing-dementia-risk-and-slowing-dementia-progression-2/
This webinar will explore ways to reduce the risk of developing dementia, supported by healthy brain aging. It will introduce what brain health is, as well as ways to maintain brain health as we age, and slow down progression of dementia.
The webinar will also explore a study at Baycrest in Toronto that is looking for participants. The study measures how well an online brain health assessment, which includes different memory and attention tasks, works on mobile devices to measure brain health.

About the presenters:
Dr. Nicole Anderson is the Associate Scientific Director of the Kimel Family Centre For Brain Health and Wellness directed at personalized dementia risk reduction. She is also the Director of the Ben and Hilda Katz Interprofessional Research Centre in Geriatric and Dementia Care at the Baycrest Academy for Research and Education.
Paulina Rudziak, MMASc is the Community Engagement & Research Coordinator for Baycrest Academy for Research and Education. She educates communities on brain health and leads a research study aimed at improving accessibility of Cogniciti’s brain health screening tool.

This webinar is free to attend and is presented in plain language. You will also have the opportunity ask questions.
Presented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance (TDRA) and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.

Growing Wild
2026-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Trinity Community Recreation Center, 155 Crawford St., Toronto, Canada
Do you love being in nature? Let your senses guide you to this 4-week program for the horticultural at heart. Join Active Living Program Coordinators – Kristin and Tracey – for Growing Wild, a nature inspired program from April 20th – May 11th from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at Trinity Community Center located at 155 Crawford St.
Over the four weeks together we will chat about nature themed topics, take a stroll to a nearby park, enjoy some mindful moments in nature and get creative together, using elements from the natural world around us as inspiration.
This program is intended for people living with Dementia along with their Care Partners
For more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
