Three women standing together, smiling at the camera.

April 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We want to celebrate YOU on National Caregiver Day

Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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.

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March 27 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Encouraging Engagement and Connection through Meaningful Activities

Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Join us for an afternoon that will inspire you to find more of the best moments in your caregiving practice.  Join Public Education Coordinator Laura McGill and Active Living Program Coordinator Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau in-person as we explore some of the challenges in caregiving, and some of the ways that we can engage more meaningfully with our clients.

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Two Senior citizens making pottery.

March 30 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Working with Clay with Noel Yardley

Noel Yardley Ceramics 112 Hampton Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

We will focus on three fundamental hand building skills: making a pinch pot, a coil pot and finally a slab pot. The skills required are relatively simple and accessible to anyone with the right encouragement and support.

Two adults talking in a support group

March 30 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Spousal Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

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March 31 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Pride in Our Memories

Friends of Ruby 70 Richmond Street East, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Join us for Pride in Our Memories, a 4-week art series designed to celebrate self-expression and identity through a variety of artistic mediums in a welcoming, inclusive community space.

Group of diverse older adults in a social setting

April 2 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Dementia Overview

Toronto Public Library - Palmerston Branch 560 Palmerston Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Join us at the Toronto Public Library - Palmerston Branch for our Dementia Overview education session. This presentation will discuss…

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April 2 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment residing in long-term care to come together to share personal feelings and support each other through the caregiving experience.

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April 6 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

3Ds: Dementia, Delirium, and Depression

Virtual Event

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.

Four people sitting in arms chairs speaking to each other.

April 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wives Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

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.

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Group of adults in a support group

April 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Adult Child CARERS Program

Virtual Event

This 8-week online program is for adult child care partners of people with mid- to late-stage dementia. 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.

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Five people with their arms around each other's shoulders, smiling, in a park.

April 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Mid-Town Social

Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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.

A man and a woman speaking together across a table

April 9 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

TEACH Program (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home)

Virtual Event

The TEACH Program consists of 4 weekly group sessions that focuses on common caregiving themes; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning. The program coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills, and provides an opportunity to share and learn from other care partners.

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