Tag: Care Partner
This 8-week online program is for adult child care partners of people with mid- to late-stage dementia. Developed by the Reitman Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital, CARERS is a comprehensive dementia care program that supports problem-solving skill development and introduces the innovative use of standardized patients – actors trained to simulate real-life situations – so that caregivers, guided by expert clinical coaches, will learn how to address communication challenges.
Goals of the Program:
- Enhance practical skills for caregivers
- Improve caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills
- Enhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges
- Improve caregivers’ social interaction and social support
Session dates:
Tuesdays from 6:00pm–8:00pm, starting April 7th and ending May 26th.
- Week 1 – April 7th
- Week 2 – April 14th
- Week 3 – April 21st
- Week 4 – April 28th
- Week 5 – May 5th
- Week 6 – May 12th
- Week 7 – May 19th
- Week 8 – May 26th
Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.
If this schedule does not work for you at this time, you are encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.
Registration and an assessment appointment (in-person or via Zoom) are prerequisites. Registration closes on Thursday April 2nd.
An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your phone screening and assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.
Learning objectives:
- Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
- Focus on common caregiving themes including; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning
- Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners
Session dates:
Thursdays from 11:00am–12:30pm, starting April 9th, ending April 30th.
- Week 1 – April 9th
- Week 2 – April 16th
- Week 3 – April 23rd
- Week 4 – April 30th
Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.
If 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/. Additionally, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.
Location: This program takes place online using Zoom.
Registration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on April 6th. An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.
Learning objectives:
- Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
- Focus on common caregiving themes including; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning
- Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners
Session dates:
Tuesdays from 5:00pm–6:30pm, starting April 14th, ending May 5th.
- Week 1 – April 14th
- Week 2 – April 21st
- Week 3 – April 28th
- Week 4 – May 5th
Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.
If 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/. Additionally, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.
Location: This program takes place online using Zoom.
Registration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on April 10th. An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.
Learning objectives:
- Focus on common caregiving themes including self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes, and future planning
- Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
- Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners
Session dates:
Mondays from 1:00pm–2:30pm, June 1st to June 22nd
- Week 1 – June 1st, 2026
- Week 2 – June 8th, 2026
- Week 3 – June 15th, 2026
- Week 4 – June 22nd, 2026
Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.
If 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/. Additionally, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here.
Registration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on May 28th.An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
This event is hosted by the Toronto Public Library.
Explore the challenges of dementia caregiving as well as practical strategies to foster resilience, connection and joy.
In 2020, Canadian care partners provided an average of 26 hours of care per week for their loved ones living with dementia. Many care partners juggle parenting with caring for someone living with dementia, as well as their other responsibilities.
In recognition of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, this virtual program will discuss the challenges of being part of this ‘squeezed generation’ as well as some practical strategies to foster resilience, connection and joy.
You’ll hear from Amy Coupal, CEO of the Ontario Caregiver Organization, and Dr. Adriana Shnall, Program Director of the Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving at Baycrest.
You’ll also hear from the Alzheimer Society of Toronto about their services geared towards care partners, as well as a TPL librarian, who will discuss their favourite book from the Dementia Friendly Picture Books List, created by TPL librarians and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.
This program will be recorded.
Registration: This virtual event is free to join; register on Eventbrite for a reminder. Once registered, you’ll receive an email with details on how to join the session. We can’t wait to see you there!
Accessibility: If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
Click Here to register for the event.
To mark Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance (TDRA) invite you to a virtual panel focused on new disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) for Alzheimer’s disease in Canada, including recently approved treatments such as lecanemab.
Summary:
Most current treatments for Alzheimer’s disease help manage symptoms but do not slow the disease itself. Disease-modifying therapies are different. They aim to slow the disease by targeting changes in the brain, such as the buildup of amyloid.
These treatments bring new hope, but they also raise important questions. Who may be eligible? What tests are needed? How will people access these treatments in Canada? What benefits and risks should families understand?
During this panel, experts and people with lived experience will discuss:
– What disease-modifying therapies are and how they work
– Who these treatments may be for and how eligibility is decided
– What testing and monitoring are needed
– How access and funding may work across Canada
– What slowing disease progression may look like in daily life
This event will be presented in plain language and will include time for audience questions.
Presented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.
About the Presenters
Dr. Carmela Tartaglia
Dr. Carmela Tartaglia is a Cognitive Neurologist who cares for people with neurodegenerative diseases. She is Co-Director and Medical Lead of the Toronto Western Hospital Memory Clinic and a Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto.
She is also the Executive Director of the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance (TDRA). Dr. Tartaglia has helped lead projects such as the Toronto Cognitive Assessment (TorCA) and research using brain imaging and biomarkers to support earlier and more accurate diagnosis. Her work focuses on improving access to timely and targeted care for people living with cognitive disorders.
Chad Mitchell
Chad Mitchell is a health policy expert and Senior Associate at Global Public Affairs. He has more than 20 years of experience working in Canada’s health system on drug policy, health technology review, and health system planning.
He has held senior leadership roles with the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance and the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH). Chad works with governments and health organizations to support fair access to new treatments across Canada.
Cara Sullivan
Cara is a retired high school English teacher and a member of TDRA’s Lived Experience Advisory Partners Council. She became engaged in Alzheimer’s research in 2016 after supporting a family member as part of a caregiving team, with support from the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and the Alzheimer Society of Grey-Bruce. Cara has participated in several clinical trials with the Toronto Memory Program and CAMH and has a strong interest in risk reduction and brain health. She is currently the study partner for a family member who recently completed two years in the AHEAD Alzheimer’s prevention study at Sunnybrook Hospital.
Paul Lea
Paul is a member of TDRA’s Lived Experience Advisory Partners (LEAP) Council. He experienced a major stroke in 2008 and was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2009. After connecting with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto in 2015, Paul became an active advocate and spokesperson, raising awareness about stigma, prevention, and the need for better supports for people living with dementia. He continues to challenge himself cognitively and has developed effective strategies to adapt to the changes associated with vascular dementia.
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 2nd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm 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/
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 2nd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm 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/
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 2nd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm 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/
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.
Learning Objectives:
- Exploring the nature of emotions
- Creating space for difficult emotions such as anger and guilt in caregiving
- Strategies to cope with challenging emotions
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.