The Active Minds Club is uniquely designed for persons diagnosed with dementia prior to age 65 or individuals living with Mild Cognitive Impairment.

Programs are planned based on the interests of the participants attending. We offer
several different types of activities throughout the day that aims to stimulate and
challenge participants purposefully, cognitively, musically, physically, and creatively.

Our Recreation Therapist develops a care plan in consultation with each participant and family.

• Enhance the quality of life by maintaining an optimum level of intellectual, physical, and social functioning
• A circle of support and comradery where all participants experience a sense of belonging
• An inclusive space that is accessible, safe, comfortable, and welcoming
• Providing the primary caregiver with respite
• Promoting a better understanding of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias

• Person-centred, age-appropriate, and individualized care
• Respite and relief for primary caregivers
• Planned social, physical, and recreational activities which are engaging and stimulating
• Structured daily activities include indoor and outdoor exercises, music programs, mental stimulation, discussion groups, reminiscing programs, and games
• Monthly outings for members (E.G., local parks, lunch outings, Second City, Medieval Times, Toronto Pan Am Centre, volunteer trips to Second Harvest and supporting youth, etc.)
• A daily meal and coffee/tea provided
• Escorted transportation to individuals within boundaries
• PSW Support
• Alzheimer Society Toronto Counselling, Support, Information and Education Services
• Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities Support, Health and Community Programs and Services