Learn more about the Alzheimer Society of Toronto’s Active Living Programs and how we engage with people living with dementia and their care partners.
Minds in Motion, is a research-based social program offered by Alzheimer Societies across Ontario incorporates physical and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage dementia.
Musical Engagement: Music is LIFE

Experience the power of music and creativity as we bring people together through song and rhythm. Join friends and professional musical facilitators to create and enjoy music in a shared experience.
- The Power of Music with Steve Koven (Hybrid)
- Royal Conservatory Rebanks Fellow Concert (In-Person)
- Snuggle and Sway (In-Person)
- Xenia Concert (In-Person)
- The Golden Threads Choir (In-Person)
- Find Your Inner Songbird – Songwriting Course (In Person)
Physical Engagement: Move your body
Engage your body and mind with our fun, accessible physical programs. Evidence points to the benefits of physical activity for brain health. Join our talented facilitators as they help you stay active and limber.
- Minds in Motion (Hybrid)
- Dance Fitness (Virtual)
- Making Strides Walking Group -East and West (In-Person)
- Creative Movement (In-Person)
- Yoga
- Aqua Fit

Creative Engagement: You CAN do it!

Rediscover your creative spark with us. Our programs are designed to inspire joy, curiosity, connection and expression through the creative process.
- Working with Clay (In-Person)
- Garden Wellness Cafe (Virtual)
- Cahoots Theatre Production – Love and the Trick of Time (In-Person)
- Wood Working with Toronto Crafts (In-Person)
- Art Series (In-Person)
- Timeless Flow
- Art Series with Monica
- Art Therapy with Kathleen
Social Engagement: You’ve Got a Friend
Dementia can be an isolating journey, but you’re not alone. Join us to discover the power of social connection with people who are going through a similar journey.
- Mid-Town Social (In-Person)
- AGO Art Talk Museum Tour (Hybrid)
- East End Friends (In-Person)
- Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin (In-Person)
- Explore Art with Jano (Virtual)
- Date Night (In-Person)

Hear from our clients
“Thank you, thank you, a thousand times for adding my wife and I to a “Date Night” event. We met interesting people and old friends in the band. The evening couldn’t have been more joyous. My wife, whose problems surrounding dementia are primarily around her difficulty speaking, she is now chattering about everything. She ploughed through a barrier on Friday night.”
“Thank you again for the experience of the Music Memory Program. The benefits and positive resonance were clear from the first session – for both our Mom and me. Ruth was certainly apprehensive – but you, Thyra, and the rest of the group did an incredible job of helping to engage her. You created an important connection and community for all of us.”
“I witnessed my father come alive and be excited to participate. He was able to be more expressive and communicative than he usually is. I was thrilled to witness my father’s emotional expressiveness be transformed while participating in the Virtual Reality Program. He became enlivened and was interested in discussing his experiences after each group.”
Upcoming Events
Making Strides: Spring in the West End
Join us for an in-person 6-part walking series and enjoy activating your body in the beauty of nature. Get your steps in and then enjoy a chat with a drink in the cafe – on us!
May 8
Making Strides: Spring in the East End
Join us for an in-person 4-part walking series and enjoy activating your body in the beauty of nature. Get your steps in and then enjoy a chat with a drink in the cafe – on us!
May 9
Golden Threads Choir
Join the Golden Threads Choir for an enriching in-person singing series, designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Led by acclaimed musician Robin Dann, this program explores the joy of making music together, fostering connection and creativity.
May 26
Contact Us
To learn more about our Active Living Programs, please reach out to:
Kristin Bartlett
Active Living Program Coordinator
Phone: 416-389-6099
Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau
Active Living Program Coordinator
Phone: 647-456-6168