Alzheimers Society of Toronto

Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 2 - Oral Care
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Alzeducate
Session 2 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series
Learn the importance of oral health in overall wellbeing & health, best practice guidelines and practical strategies for providing oral care in each stage of dementia.

To register for this webinar, visit:
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To find the session:

Hover over “Education” and select the intended audience.
Select webinars, then “Upcoming live webinars”.
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Minds in Motion®
2025-11-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-14 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A9, Canada
8-Week Series on Tuesdays – October 14th – December 2nd from 1:00 – 3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.
October 14th, 21st, 28th, November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, & December 2nd 2025
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.

Exploring Nature-Based Virtual Reality to Support Mood and Wellbeing in Alzheimer’s Disease
2025-11-04 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/exploring-nature-based-virtual-reality-to-support-mood-and-wellbeing-in-alzheimers-disease/
Summary:
This webinar will explore how nature-based virtual reality (VR) and other technology-based approaches are being used as non-pharmacological interventions to support people living with Alzheimer’s disease who experience behavioural and psychological symptoms, such as depression or agitation. Attendees will learn how immersive, nature-inspired experiences can improve mood, reduce stress, and enhance quality of life for people living with dementia and their care partners.
The session will then introduce a new study at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), led by Dr. Harmehr Sekhon, that is investigating whether an at-home, nature-based VR program can help manage depression in Alzheimer’s disease. The study also explores how these tools may help people maintain independence and age in place longer.
This webinar is presented in plain language and will include time for audience questions.
For more information on the study, visit: https://tdra.utoronto.ca/study/vrn-ad
Presented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.

About the Presenter
Dr. Harmehr Sekhon is an Assistant Professor at McGill University and an Associate Scientist at St. Mary’s Research Centre. She completed her Ph.D. in geriatrics at McGill and postdoctoral training in Geriatric Psychiatry at McLean Hospital, McGill University, and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). She is the Director of the GeriTech Innovation Research Lab, which includes a team of eight members working on novel technology-based interventions to support healthy aging across the care continuum.
Her research focuses on developing and testing innovative digital health technologies—such as virtual reality, telehealth, and robotics—to improve diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for older adults living with dementia and other mental health challenges. To date, she has published 50 scientific papers and holds an H-index of 20.

Dementia Overview for Care Partners
2025-11-03 15:00 - 16:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/dementia-overview-for-care-partners-5/
This workshop will provide care partners with an overview of Alzheimer’s disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease.
This session is intended for care partners to a person living with dementia.
Topics:

Gain a greater understanding of the process of diagnosis and medications available
Develop a better, over-all understanding of dementia
Increase your knowledge of the stages and progression of Alzheimer’s disease
Better the caregiver’s insight into the person with dementia (PWD)
Learn about community services and supports

Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Virtual Explore Art with Jano
2025-11-03 14:00 - 15:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/virtual-explore-art-with-jano-2/
Monday, November 3rd from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M on Zoom
Sign up for another insightful Explore Art with Jano, a virtual art appreciation program. We continue our series “Focus on Nature” with a session on gardens. Spaces for contemplation and relaxation gardens have been turned into luscious landscapes or intriguing vistas since time immemorial.
Join us with your curiosity and come ready to share thoughts and ideas. We will focus on a variety of gardens to pause and ponder at how artists have rendered these typically green spaces that offer us respite from our everyday routines.
Jano Cortijo is an arts educator whose work finds him engaging audiences of various ages, abilities, and backgrounds in museums, classrooms, community centres, and online. Straying far from the canon to elevate artists and works that have been excluded or erased from mainstream conversations, Cortijo encourages critical discussion while connecting the participants’ individual histories and stories with the art and art makers.
Image caption:
Pierre Bonnard, The Orchard, 1899
Lithograph, 13 x 14 inches

Singing for Health – Music Therapy Choir
2025-10-31 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-10-24 13:30 - 15:00 | Trinity Community Recreation Center, 155 Crawford St., Toronto, Canada
6-Week Series from October 24th – November 28th at Trinity Community Recreation Center located at 155 Crawford St.
October 24th, 31st, November 7th 14th, 21st, 28th 2025
Discover the power of music in this uplifting 6-week choral program, led by Applied Music and Health students from the University of Toronto. Together, we’ll use the joy of singing to boost memory, attention, and communication skills through engaging, personalized music-based exercises incorporating evidence-based applications of Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT)®.
More than just a choir, this is a welcoming space to connect with others, share in creativity, and experience the wellbeing that music can bring. No singing experience is needed—just bring your voice and an open heart.
This program is designed for people living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners.
For more information contact Kristin Bartlett or call 416-389-6099.

2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
2025-10-30 15:00 - 17:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/2slgbtqia-support-group/
Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and caring for an individual diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment?
This 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.
Participants decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs are explored.
This support group meets on the last Thursday of every month from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm online using Zoom
Please fill out the following form to be added to the waitlist to join the ongoing support group:
(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.)

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/

Unpacking Denial in Dementia
2025-10-30 14:00 - 15:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/unpacking-denial-in-dementia-4/
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.
Learning Objectives:

Explore the concept of denial and anosognosia
Identify how denial impacts persons with dementia and their care partners
Explore behaviours and strategies for responding
Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

This workshop is for care partners of a person living with dementia

Workshop will be presented online using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-10-30 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-10-30/
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

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-2/2025-10-30/
This 8-week online support group meets to provide participants with an opportunity to support each other through the grief and bereavement process. Both practical and emotional needs will be explored to help participants cope with a loss.
Learning Objectives:

Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences, as well as grief and bereavement
Learn from others on adjusting to the loss and their own changing relationship to self and others.
Discuss and share different strategies regarding selfcare including discussion on stages of grief (various frameworks), finding meaning and exploring feelings related to loss and loneliness.
Receive updated information on where to seek additional supports if desired

Session dates:
Thursdays from 10:00am – 12:00pm, starting September 25th to November 13th
Week 1 – September 25th
Week 2 – October 2nd
Week 3 – October 9th
Week 4 – October 16th
Week 5 – October 23rd
Week 6 – October 30th
Week 7 – November 6th
Week 8 – November 13th
Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. Your contact information will be shared with Hazel Burns Hospice who will contact you regarding screening. If you have attended this group in the past, please note due to limited space, new members will be prioritized – we thank you for your understanding.

Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session.
This program is not a crisis support. For crisis support, you may call Distress Centres of Greater Toronto at 416-408-4357 (408-HELP) or visit www.dcogt.com.

Registration is required. Registration closes on September 10th at 11:59pm.
Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. 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/

Understanding Behaviours of Dementia
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Toronto Public Library – Don Mills, 888 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M3C 1P6, Canada
Join us at the Toronto Public Library – Don Mills Branch for our Understanding Behaviours of Dementia education session.
This session is designed to help participants better understand why people living with dementia express changes in their behaviour.
Tips for those supporting the individual experiencing them will be explored.

Registration is appreciated. Please call the branch at 416-395-5710 to register
To learn more, click here

Enhancing Family Dynamics
2025-10-29 14:30 - 16:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/enhancing-family-dynamics-3/
This workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia. The focus of the session will be on exploring significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia and strategies for assisting families, building on strengths and resilience.
For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.

Learning Objectives:

Identify family dynamics and their effects on families
Explore significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia
Explore strategies for assisting families, building on strength and resilience
Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

Workshop will be presented online via Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Spousal Support Group
2025-10-27 13:30 - 15:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-support-group-11/
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.
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 the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behavioural and cognitive changes)
Learn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey
Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Every last Monday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm 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/

General Caregiver Support Group
2025-10-27 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-43/
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 last Monday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online using Zoom
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

*Disclaimer: Registration for his group closes 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/

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-10-23 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-10-23/

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-10-23 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-2/2025-10-23/

Working in Long Term Care Series: Session 1 - Adjusting to Long Term Care
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Alzeducate
Session 1 of 3 in the Working in Long Term Care Series
This session will cover strategies to support persons living with dementia and their family or care partner(s).
This webinar looks to address the challenges that come with the adjustment to moving to Long Term Care, to reflect on the importance of validating feelings, and learn strategies that support communication with the family members of people living with dementia.

To register for this webinar, visit:
www.alzeducate.ca
You must login/create an account in order to participate.
To find the session:

Hover over “Education” and select the intended audience.
Select webinars, then “Upcoming live webinars”.
Select your chosen topic, then click “Enrol me” to register.

Adult Child Caregiver Support Group
2025-10-16 17:30 - 19:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/adult-child-caregiver-support-group-25/
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/

Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-10-16 17:30 - 19:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/frontotemporal-dementia-caregiver-support-group-12/
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/

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-10-16/

Bereavement Support Group (In Collaboration with Hazel Burns Hospice)
2025-10-16 10:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/bereavement-support-group-in-collaboration-with-hazel-burns-hospice-2/2025-10-16/

Making Strides: Fall in the East End
2025-10-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Evergreen Brickworks, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
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!
This series is appropriate for people living with dementia and their care partners who love walking! We will start with a warm up and then walk for 45 minutes, so please come prepared with comfortable supportive shoes and a bottle of water.
Weekly Fridays, September 5th to October 10th 2025 from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM (6-weeks series)
September 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, October 3rd & 10th 2025
Making Strides – Spring in the East End will be held at Evergreen Brick Works.
Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto.
For more information about this program, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau or phone 647-456-6168

Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-10-09 18:30 - 20:30 | https://alz.to/calendar/young-onset-dementia-caregiver-support-group-11/
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/

Making Strides: Fall in the West End
2025-10-09 13:30 - 15:00 | High Park, 1873 Bloor St W, Toronto
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!
This series is appropriate for people living with dementia and their care partners who love walking! We will start with a warm up and then walk for 45 minutes, so please come prepared with comfortable supportive shoes and a bottle of water.
Thursdays, September 4th to October 9th 2025 from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM (6-weeks series)
September 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, October 2nd & 9th 2025
Making Strides – Spring in the West End will be held at High Park.
We will meet at the High Park North Gates located at High Park Ave & Bloor St W.
For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett or phone 416-389-6099

Fitness Friends
2025-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, M1K 2S3, Canada
Join us this Fall for Fitness Friends at our Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2658 Eglinton Ave E. Scarborough.
Find your groove with us as we engage with some gentle movement set to some great playlists! This 1-hour movement session will be offered standing, with seated options available. Fitness Friends is intended for people living with dementia along with their care partners. Light refreshments available.
Fall Dates: Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11
Contact: Please contact Tracey for more information or by phone at 647 456 6168

Dance Fitness 2026
2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:00 | https://alz.to/calendar/dance-fitness-2025-2/2025-10-09/
