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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T153000
DTSTAMP:20260716T141856Z
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SUMMARY:Brain Health 大腦健康
DESCRIPTION:Goals of this presentation include understanding the risk factors associated with developing dementia​\, recognizing how lifestyle plays a role in your risk of developing dementia​\, and taking action to support brain health. \n內容：認識阿茲海默症與其他失智症的危險因素，什麼生活方式的改善/改變可減低患上失智症的風險\, 保持腦部健康與保持身體健康同樣重耍。 \nThis session is held in partnership with Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre. \nThis session will be presented in Cantonese via Zoom. 講座透過 Zoom。粵語進行。 \n  \nTo register: 報名: Zoom Link: :https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fDn5RqXzSXyT-bOqxiRPfw [us06web.zoom.us] \nMeeting ID:829 2484 9207 \nPasscode:569269
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/brain-health-%e5%a4%a7%e8%85%a6%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7-3/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/brain-health-%e5%a4%a7%e8%85%a6%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T111032Z
CREATED:20260427T184607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T111032Z
UID:10004180-1787049000-1787054400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Unpacking Denial in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of denial and anosognosia\, how it impacts persons with dementia and their care partners\, and strategies for assisting families. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExploring the concept of denial and anosognosia\, particularly\, how they differ\nIdentifying how denial impacts persons with dementia and their care partners\nStrategies for supporting someone through denial or anosognosia\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-7/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T184212Z
CREATED:20260604T184212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T184212Z
UID:10004237-1786645800-1786653000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-21/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T111000Z
CREATED:20260427T184217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T111000Z
UID:10004179-1786615200-1786622400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Putting You First for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This interactive 2-hour workshop will help participants reflect on all aspects of their well-being. Through this guided reflection process\, participants will identify opportunities for change and start creating a plan to attaining better balance in their lives. \n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/putting-you-first-for-care-partners-7/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/putting-you-first-for-care-partners-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T160000
DTSTAMP:20260715T115802Z
CREATED:20260715T115802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T115802Z
UID:10004326-1786460400-1786464000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Brain Health 大腦健康
DESCRIPTION:Goals of this presentation include understanding the risk factors associated with developing dementia​\, recognizing how lifestyle plays a role in your risk of developing dementia​\, and taking action to support brain health. \n內容：認識阿茲海默症與其他失智症的危險因素，什麼生活方式的改善/改變可減低患上失智症的風險\, 保持腦部健康與保持身體健康同樣重耍。 \nThis session is held in partnership with Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre. \nThis session will be presented in Cantonese via Zoom. 講座透過 Zoom。粵語進行。 \n  \nTo register: 報名: Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gcMC62vIRkqoJUKzxzgs6g [us06web.zoom.us] \nMeeting ID:891 5557 2327 \nPasscode:653206
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/brain-health-%e5%a4%a7%e8%85%a6%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7-4/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T181709Z
CREATED:20260604T181422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T181709Z
UID:10004234-1786383000-1786388400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Lewy Body and Parkinson's Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nInteract with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body or Parkinson’s Dementia\nBecome familiar with these specific types of dementias\nReceive therapeutic support as well as educational information to enhance your caregiving experience\nShare your experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitators and other group members in a safe space\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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-7/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T142537Z
CREATED:20260511T185854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T142537Z
UID:10004203-1786356000-1786363200@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“. \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\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. \nSession dates:\nMondays from 10am–12pm\, starting August 10th ending August 31st \n\nWeek 1 – August 10th\nWeek 2 – August 17th\nWeek 3 – August 24th\nWeek 4 – August 31st\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 Thursday\, August 6th 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. \nTHIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-8/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/living-with-ambiguous-loss-support-group-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T181023Z
CREATED:20260604T181023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T181023Z
UID:10004233-1786037400-1786042800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 different themes relating to long-term care and retirement home environments. Themes that will be discussed include: \n\nTransition to a retirement/long-term care home\nManaging feelings of guilt\, relief\, and sadness\nHow to prepare for meetings with staff and what to expect\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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group-8/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T110904Z
CREATED:20260427T183742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T110904Z
UID:10004178-1786010400-1786015800@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. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearning how dementia impacts communication\nRecognizing that behaviour is a form of communication\nDiscussing how to identify the meaning of behaviours in dementia and ways to offer support\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n\nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication-10/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T180115Z
CREATED:20260604T180115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T180115Z
UID:10004231-1785837600-1785844800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Wives Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online via Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-16/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260203T140518Z
CREATED:20260203T140518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T140518Z
UID:10003909-1785423600-1785430800@alz.to
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?\nThis monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to share and learn with other care partners in a supportive and inclusive environment. \nParticipants decide on the focus and direction of the group\, and both practical and emotional needs are explored. \nThis support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom \nPlease fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:\n(Once there is room in the group\, the facilitator(s) will contact you for a brief telephone screening. Please note that being added to the waitlist signifies your intentions and general capacity to attend each monthly meeting.) \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.\nIf you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-10/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260528T132355Z
CREATED:20260502T154406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T132355Z
UID:10004197-1785335400-1785342600@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-69/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260722T185125Z
CREATED:20260611T143158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T185125Z
UID:10004247-1785315600-1785344400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Facing Dementia Together
DESCRIPTION:Facing Dementia Together is a problem-solving workshop for unpaid care partners of persons living with dementia. It offers a safe and supportive space to learn\, reflect\, and build skills to manage daily caregiving challenges. \n  \nIn this one-day\, in-person small-group workshop\, you will receive: \n\nSimple tools to solve daily caregiving problems\nHands-on coaching with experienced group leaders to practice new strategies\nThe chance to connect with others who understand your experience\n\n  \nSession dates: \nWorkshop: Wednesday July 29\, 2026 – 9:00am-5:00pm (in-person at AST Head office) \nFollow-up session one: Tuesday August 11\, 2026  – 10:00am-11:30am (online via Zoom) \nFollow-up session two: Tuesday August 25\, 2026 – 10:00am-11:30am (online via Zoom) \n  \n  \nNote: The Facing Dementia Together Workshop is a new addition to the Enhancing Care Program (https://carersontario.ca/) created by the Reitman Centre at Mt. Sinai Hospital. \nIf 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/. \nRegistration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on Friday July 24th. An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you as part of the screening process. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/facing-dementia-together/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260727T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T154037Z
CREATED:20260502T154037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T154037Z
UID:10004196-1785159000-1785164400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Spousal Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \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 for this group closes on the Friday 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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-caregiver-support-group-4/
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-caregiver-support-group-4/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260722T114652Z
CREATED:20260604T132452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T114652Z
UID:10004224-1785157200-1785164400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Encouraging Engagement and Connection through Meaningful Activities
DESCRIPTION: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 paid caregiving\, and some of the ways that we can engage more meaningfully with our clients.  \nThis workshop is intended for paid caregivers\, so whether you work in Long Term Care\, Retirement\, or in-home care this course will invite you to think differently and become curious about yourself and the caring relationships you cultivate.  *Light refreshments provided. 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/encouraging-engagement-and-connection-through-meaningful-activities-2/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Health Care Professionals,Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T115140Z
CREATED:20260617T125246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T115140Z
UID:10004251-1784898000-1784905200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Art Therapy Picnic in the Park with Tamiko Potts
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 24th from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M at High Park North Gates located at High Park Ave and Bloor St West. \nJoin us for an Art Therapy Picnic in the Park\, a relaxed and engaging summer gathering for people living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners. Through therapeutic art activities inspired by the season\, participants will have the opportunity to explore creativity\, self-expression\, connection\, and wellbeing in a welcoming outdoor setting. \nThe program includes a picnic lunch\, all art supplies\, and guided activities designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all abilities. No artistic experience is necessary – just curiosity\, creativity\, and a willingness to explore. Come enjoy fresh air\, good company\, and a meaningful afternoon of art and connection. \nFacilitated by Tamiko Potts\, a Toronto-based multidisciplinary artist and student art psychotherapist studying at the Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy who believes creativity can help people connect\, reflect\, and find joy in everyday moments. Drawing from their background in visual arts\, storytelling and community engagement\, they create inclusive and welcoming spaces. Their approach is gentle\, collaborative\, and rooted in curiosity\, cultural humility and compassion incorporating artmaking\, sensory experiences\, and mindfulness alongside creative exploration. \nFor more information please contact Tracey or by phone at 647 456 6168. \nClick HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/art-therapy-picnic-in-the-park-with-tamiko-potts/
LOCATION:High Park\, 1873 Bloor St W\, Toronto
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260715T115913Z
CREATED:20260715T115913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T115913Z
UID:10004325-1784800800-1784804400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Brain Health 大腦健康
DESCRIPTION:Goals of this presentation include understanding the risk factors associated with developing dementia​\, recognizing how lifestyle plays a role in your risk of developing dementia​\, and taking action to support brain health. \n內容：認識阿茲海默症與其他失智症的危險因素，什麼生活方式的改善/改變可減低患上失智症的風險\, 保持腦部健康與保持身體健康同樣重耍。 \nThis session is held in partnership with Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre. \nThis session will be presented in Cantonese via Zoom. 講座透過 Zoom。粵語進行。 \n  \nTo register: 報名: Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jFzyzN2XT2WeKSwg7fId4A [us06web.zoom.us] \nMeeting ID:847 6149 9576 \nPasscode:790954
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/brain-health-%e5%a4%a7%e8%85%a6%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7-5/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T110653Z
CREATED:20260427T182801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T110653Z
UID:10004176-1784628000-1784633400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Reframing Guilt and Anger in Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is to help care partners recognize and identify the causes of guilt and anger in caregiving and developing coping strategies to reframe guilt\, anger and build resilience.\n\n\nLearning Objectives:  \n\nExploring the nature of emotions \n\n\nCreating space for difficult emotions such as anger and guilt in caregiving \n\n\nStrategies to cope with challenging emotions \n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals.  \n  \nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link. 
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/reframing-guilt-and-anger-in-caregiving-9/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/reframing-guilt-and-anger-in-caregiving-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260720T143000
DTSTAMP:20260710T133354Z
CREATED:20260708T133728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T133354Z
UID:10004313-1784552400-1784557800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Brain Health 大腦健康:
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Goldhawk Park for our Brain Health education session. \nThis workshop is arranged by Catholic Crosscultural Services and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.\nThis workshop will be presented in English and Mandarin \n  \nGoals of this presentation include understanding the risk factors associated with developing dementia\, recognizing how lifestyle plays a role in your risk of developing dementia\, and taking action to support brain health.\n內容：認識認知障礙症與其他失智症的危險因素，什麼生活方式的改善/改變可減低患上失智症的風險\, 保持腦部健康與保持身體健康同樣重耍。 \nEvent Details:\nDate: Monday\, July 20th\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM\nLocation: Toronto Public Library- Goldhawk Park\n295 Alton Towers Circle\, Toronto\, ON M1V 4P1 \n  \nAdditional Information: \n\nFind more information about this event here\nFind more information about the Goldhawk Park branch here
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/brain-health-%e5%a4%a7%e8%85%a6%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7-2/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – Goldhawk Park\, 295 Alton Towers Circle\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M1V 4P1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T133355Z
CREATED:20260708T133010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T133355Z
UID:10004312-1784284200-1784289600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview 失智症簡介
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Goldhawk Park for our Dementia Overview education session. \nThis workshop is arranged by Catholic Crosscultural Services and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.\nThis workshop will be presented in English and Mandarin \n  \nThis presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal\, reversible causes for these changes\, and a general understanding of dementia.\n講座內容包括了解失智症的症狀和正常大腦老化的分別\,及腦部變化會怎樣多方面影響人的生活。 \nEvent Details:\nDate: Friday\, July 17\nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: Toronto Public Library- Goldhawk Park\n295 Alton Towers Circle\, Toronto\, ON M1V 4P1 \n  \nAdditional Information: \n\nFind more information about this event here\nFind more information about the Goldhawk Park branch here
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-%e5%a4%b1%e6%99%ba%e7%97%87%e7%b0%a1%e4%bb%8b/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – Goldhawk Park\, 295 Alton Towers Circle\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M1V 4P1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T153506Z
CREATED:20260502T153506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T153506Z
UID:10004194-1784223000-1784230200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm online using Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-41/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-41/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T153227Z
CREATED:20260502T153227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T153227Z
UID:10004193-1784223000-1784228400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.\n \nLearning Objectives:\n– Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\n– Become familiar with this specific type of dementia\n– Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\n– Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\n– Receive updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n \n \n\nEvery 3rd 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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-21/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-21/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T143000
DTSTAMP:20260528T120155Z
CREATED:20260528T120155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T120155Z
UID:10004206-1784208600-1784212200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Woodside Square for our Dementia Overview education session. \nThis presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal\, reversible causes for these changes\, and a general understanding of dementia. It also will cover the different types of dementia\, progression\, and knowledge of dementia symptoms and their impact on the person living with dementia. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Thursday\, July 16\nTime: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\nLocation: Toronto Public Library- Woodside Square\n1571 Sandhurst Circle\, Toronto\, ON M1V 1V2 \n  \nAdditional Information: \n\nLive or automated closed captioning\, sign language interpretation\, intervenor services\, or attendant services are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance to: tpl.ca/accessibility-events.\nFind more information about this event and the Woodside Square branch here
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-6/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – Woodside Square\, 1571 Sandhurst Circle\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M1V 1V2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops in the City
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T110608Z
CREATED:20260427T182326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T110608Z
UID:10004175-1784023200-1784028600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview for Care Partners
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is an introduction to dementia\, the different types of dementia\, symptoms and progression of dementia\, and the varying ways to support a person with dementia. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n  \n\nUnderstanding dementia as an umbrella term\, and the most common types of dementia\nReviewing dementia warning signs and the 8 A’s of dementia\nCreating an understanding of ways to support a person with dementia through timely diagnosis\, medications and quality-of-life activities\nLearn about community services and supports\n\n  \nPlease note this workshop is only for informal care partners (friends\, family\, etc) of a person living with dementia. This workshop is NOT for healthcare professionals. \n\nWorkshop will be presented using Zoom\, registration required to receive link.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-11/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T191027Z
CREATED:20260612T185041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T191027Z
UID:10004250-1784023200-1784026800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview 失智症多面睇
DESCRIPTION:Join us via Zoom our Dementia Overview education session. \nThis session will be presented in Cantonese. 講座將以粵語進行。\nThis session will be facilitated in partnership with Community Family Services of Ontario \n  \nThis presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal\, reversible causes for these changes\, and a general understanding of dementia. It also will cover the different types of dementia\, progression\, and knowledge of dementia symptoms and their impact on the person living with dementia. \n講座內容包括了解失智症的症狀和正常大腦老化的分別\,及腦部變化會怎樣多方面影響人的生活 \n  \nEvent Details:\nDate: Tuesday\, July 14th\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nLocation: 平台: Zoom \n  \nAdditional Information: \n\nTo register: 報名: https://form.jotform.com/261474497866071\nFor inquiries: 查詢: 416-979-8299 ext. 210 or email ileung@cfso.care
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-7/
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-7/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T151742Z
CREATED:20260502T151742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T151742Z
UID:10004188-1783963800-1783969200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Lewy Body and Parkinson's Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nInteract with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body or Parkinson’s Dementia\nBecome familiar with these specific types of dementias\nReceive therapeutic support as well as educational information to enhance your caregiving experience\nShare your experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitators and other group members in a safe space\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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-6/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/lewy-body-and-parkinsons-dementia-caregiver-support-group-6/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260709T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260709T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T184351Z
CREATED:20260502T152640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T184351Z
UID:10004191-1783621800-1783629000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-20/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-20/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260703T181836Z
CREATED:20260617T135211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T181836Z
UID:10004268-1783505700-1783512000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Dementia Overview 失智症多面睇
DESCRIPTION:  \n耆暉會及移民綜合服務中⼼(華 )合辦 Carefirst Community Health and CICS Presents \n心腦健康同樂坊(廣東話主講) Brain and Mental Wellness Gathering (in Cantonese) \n  \n轻松认识心理健康和脑健康，获取实用健康资讯， 与社区朋友欢聚交流！ \nLet’s learn about mental and brain health\, get practical health information\, and connect with friends in the community! \n活動亮點:  心理健康話劇演出\,   認識失智症警號講座\, 健康資訊攤位及茶點交流 \nEvent highlights: Drama performance\, Dementia Overview Workshop\, and Health info booth/ light refreshments \nThis presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal\, reversible causes for these changes\, and a general understanding of dementia. It also will cover the different types of dementia\, progression\, and knowledge of dementia symptoms and their impact on the person living with dementia. \n講座內容包括了解失智症的症狀和正常大腦老化的分別\,及腦部變化會怎樣多方面影響人的生活 \n  \nEvent Details:\nDate: Wednesday\, July 8th\nTime: 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM\n 地點/Location: Community Room\, 2330 Midland Ave\, Scarborough \n報名及查詢/ Registration and Inquiry: 416-292-7510 Ext.1156 or 416-400-5143 – Emily Chan
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-%e5%a4%b1%e6%99%ba%e7%97%87%e5%a4%9a%e9%9d%a2%e7%9d%87/
LOCATION:CICS (Centre for Information and Community Services)\, 2330 Midland Ave\, Scarborough\, Ontario\, M1S 5G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learn,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T150914Z
CREATED:20260502T150801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T150914Z
UID:10004185-1783418400-1783425600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Wives Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 1st Tuesday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online via Zoom\n(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date) \n  \n*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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/wives-caregiver-support-group-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260702T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260630T132746Z
CREATED:20260502T151512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T132746Z
UID:10004187-1783013400-1783018800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Retirement & LTC Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \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 different themes relating to long-term care and retirement home environments. Themes that will be discussed include: \n\nTransition to a retirement/long-term care home\nManaging feelings of guilt\, relief\, and sadness\nHow to prepare for meetings with staff and what to expect\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 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 \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/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group-7/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
LOCATION:https://alz.to/calendar/retirement-ltc-caregiver-support-group-7/
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