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Events that offer an exciting range of activities to enhance social inclusion and physical well-being while exploring the benefits of creative therapies for people with dementia and their care partners.

6 Nov

The Power of Music with Steve – Virtual Music Program

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The Power of Music with Steve – Virtual Music Program (6-Week Series)
Weekly on Wednesdays from November 6th – December 11th from 2:00 P.M – 3:00 P.M

November 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, December 4th & 11th 2024.
Join The Power of Music with Steve – our Weekly Virtual Music Program! This program explores different musical genres though live musical performances, and engaging conversations such as music on Broadway, music and meditation, great composers, jazz, musical improvisation, and music and memories! It is an hour of pure joy and fun!
Steve Koven is a composer, performer, producer, educator, and film maker. His band the Steve Koven Trio has toured the world for more then two decades, and they have been coined the ‘Canadian Cultural Ambassadors’. As an educator, Steve has been teaching in the Faculty of Music at Toronto’s York University, teaching Contemporary Improvisation and Jazz Piano Studies. As well he teaches in the Music Department at Centennial College.
This series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to engage at their own pace and in their own style.
For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or by phone at 416-389-6099
The Power of Music with Steve – Virtual Music Program2024-08-14T12:32:51-04:00
31 Oct

Dance Fitness – Zoom

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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. 

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – Zoom2024-08-14T12:32:51-04:00
29 Oct

Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin – 2660 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S3

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Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin

Tuesdays, October 29th –  December 17th 2024 (8-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
(October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10, 17th 2024) 

This series will be held at the Mid-Scarborough Hub, 2660 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S3
 

Join our Creative Conversations, a warm and inviting social program that combines the benefits of cognitive activity, engaging conversation and easy creative exploration. This program is facilitated by Robin Gertin (a Certified Expressive Arts Therapist) who has extensive experience working with seniors and those living with dementia.

The program includes:

– 45 minutes of skillfully supported conversation and cognitive exercises around themes of everyday living, designed to engage people of all abilities, fostering connection and community.

– a break to have a snack and socialize 

– 30 minutes of accessible art-based activity that does not require any prior experience, where the fun and relaxing process is valued over final products.

This series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to learn at their own pace and in their own style.

Face masks will be provided and encouraged to be worn throughout the duration of the program.
For more information about this program, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau TAdams-Thibaudeau@alz.to

 

Creative Conversations with Robin Gertin – 2660 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S32024-08-14T12:32:50-04:00
24 Oct

East End Friends -October (2658 Eglinton Ave E)

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Thursday Oct 10 & 24 from 1:00 – 3:00
Held at our satellite location, Alzheimer Society Toronto – The Mid-Scarborough Hub (2658 Eglinton Avenue East).
Join us for an in-person Social/Recreation program.

Join our twice-monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub! 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. East End Friends is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners, and it is offered through a culturally inclusive, accessible and dementia-friendly lens. Light refreshments will be served.

East End Friends -October (2658 Eglinton Ave E)2024-08-14T12:32:49-04:00
24 Oct

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-08-14T12:32:49-04:00

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. 

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – Zoom2024-08-14T12:32:49-04:00
22 Oct

A Care Partner’s Story of Timeless Love -Workshop (IN-PERSON) 20 Eglinton Ave W, suite 16, Toronto

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A Care Partner’s Story of Timeless Love – Monologue Workshop
Tuesdays, October 22nd – November 19th (5 Week Series) from 1:00 – 4:30 P.M at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th Floor.
This workshop series is for care partners interested in writing and presenting a personal monologue for our upcoming Theatre Production at Tarragon Theatre. This series will be facilitated by Tanisha Taitt, the Artistic Director of Cahoots Theatre. With her guidance care partners will write, edit, rehearse and perform their personal monologues inspired by the theme of the theatrical presentation – Time and love. This program is meant for care partners with or without experience writing or performing on stage, the only prerequisite is they are keen to try!
For more information about this program please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or 416-389-6099.
A Care Partner’s Story of Timeless Love -Workshop (IN-PERSON) 20 Eglinton Ave W, suite 16, Toronto2024-08-14T12:32:48-04:00
21 Oct

The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)

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Monday, October 21st from 3:00 P.M – 4:00 P.M at The Royal Conservatory of Music located at 273 Bloor St W.

The Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Performance Residency Program at The Royal Conservatory’s Glenn Gould School is the only one of its kind in Canada, offering a rich curriculum for career development. Alumni of the program grace the world’s great stages, including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall and Koerner Hall, and perform with major orchestras in Canada and abroad.

Enjoy a 45-minute chamber music recital by one of the 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows, followed by a short Q&A session led by Program Manager Jessica Wright.
For more information about this program please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)2024-08-14T12:32:48-04:00
17 Oct

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-08-14T12:32:48-04:00

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. 

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – Zoom2024-08-14T12:32:48-04:00
15 Oct

Explore Art with Jano (ONLINE)

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Alma Thomas, Opus 52, (1965); acrylic on paper
Explore Art with Jano
Tuesday – October 15th from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM on Zoom

Join us with your curiosity and come ready to share thoughts and ideas. We continue our series on female artists and abstraction with Alma Thomas. A dedicated teacher who pursued an artistic career during summer breaks and after retirement, Thomas created luminous compositions with precise brushstrokes, often inspired by nature or by significant moments in her life.
Her colorful canvases invite contemplation so join us for a meditative session of slow looking and engaging conversation.

Jano Cortijo is a gay, immigrant, bilingual arts educator whose work finds him engaging audiences of various ages, abilities, and backgrounds in museums, classrooms, community centers, or computer screens. Jano encourages critical discussion while connecting the participants’ individual histories and stories with the art and art makers.

This program is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia and their carepartners. A Zoom link will be provided to you in an email once you have registered for this program.

For more information contact our Active Living Program Coordinator Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or 416-389-6099 

Explore Art with Jano (ONLINE)2024-08-14T12:32:47-04:00
10 Oct

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-08-14T12:32:45-04:00

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. 

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – Zoom2024-08-14T12:32:45-04:00

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