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June 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Alzheimer’s Disease: What is it and Who is at Risk?

Virtual Event

This webinar will explain what Alzheimer’s Disease is, how it is distinguished from other forms of dementia, and who might be at higher risk for developing Alzheimer’s Disease. It will introduce how to address these risk factors, as well as existing treatments to mitigate the neurodegenerative disease.

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June 24 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Boxing and Brain Fitness

Victoria Park Community Hub 1527 Victoria Park Ave. , Toronto, ON, Canada

Join us for a Seated Boxing program.  This unique and enjoyable fitness experience, led by a former Canadian professional boxer, is a fun and engaging way to stay active. Classes are done from a seated position, with the option to stand if comfortable.

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June 11 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Making Strides West End

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!

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June 11 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Young Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

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.
 

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June 12 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Making Strides East End

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!

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June 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Advance Care Planning

Virtual Event

This workshop will review the importance of Advance Care Planning, and the steps involved in the process, in the case where one becomes mentally incapable of making their health care decisions.

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June 18 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

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.

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June 18 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Adult Child Caregiver Support Group

Virtual Event

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.

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June 24 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

General Caregiver Support Group

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

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.

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June 25 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

East End Friends

Mid-Scarborough Hub 2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

This program is an opportunity to meet like-minded people, to engage in meaningful conversations, tap into our creativity and get active. This two-hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists.

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June 25 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Brain Health

Toronto Public Library - Woodside Square 1571 Sandhurst Circle, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

This presentation will help you understand 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.
This session is hosted at the Toronto Public Library- Woodside Square.

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June 25 @ 1:45 pm - 3:00 pm

ROM Museum Tour

Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) 100 Queens Park, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

This is a one-hour guided tour of a gallery at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) for people living with dementia and their care partners. The tour and conversation are facilitated by an experienced ROM Docent and is assisted by Alzheimer Society of Toronto Staff and Volunteers.