Summary:

This webinar will explore ways to reduce the risk of developing dementia, supported by healthy brain aging. It will introduce what brain health is, as well as ways to maintain brain health as we age, and slow down progression of dementia.

The webinar will also explore a study at Baycrest in Toronto that is looking for participants. The study measures how well an online brain health assessment, which includes different memory and attention tasks, works on mobile devices to measure brain health.

This webinar is free to attend and is presented in plain language. You will also have the opportunity ask questions.

Presented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.

About the Presenter

Dr. Nicole Anderson is the Associate Scientific Director of the Kimel Family Centre For Brain Health and Wellness directed at personalized dementia risk reduction. She is also the Director of the Ben and Hilda Katz Interprofessional Research Centre in Geriatric and Dementia Care at the Baycrest Academy for Research and Education.

Paulina Rudziak, MMASc is the Community Engagement & Research Coordinator for Baycrest Academy for Research and Education. She educates communities on brain health and leads a research study aimed at improving accessibility of Cogniciti’s brain health screening tool.

The Alzheimer Society of Toronto invites you to join us in recognizing the incredible dedication of the caregivers in our community on National Caregiver Day.

Date: April 7
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: 20 Eglinton Ave East, 16th Floor

Caregiving is a journey filled with compassion, patience, and resilience. On this special day, we want to celebrate you.

Join us for a relaxing afternoon where caregivers can take a well-deserved break, connect with others who understand the caregiving journey, and enjoy a light lunch in a supportive community environment.

To help make this possible, we will also be offering on-site respite for individuals living with dementia during the event if that is needed. This will include an activity and a light lunch as well.

We want this to be meaningful for you, so you may choose to:

Stay and relax with fellow caregivers and enjoy a light lunch and conversation; or
Take a little “you time” to step out for lunch, run errands, or do some shopping in the neighbourhood

This day is about taking time for yourself.

If you plan to drop off your loved one for respite, we kindly ask that you:

Spend a few minutes settling them in and ensuring they feel comfortable
Remain in the Yonge and Eglinton area so you can return within 15 minutes if needed

Spots are limited, so we encourage you to register early.

We hope you will join us for this special opportunity to pause, recharge, and celebrate the compassion and dedication that caregivers bring every day.

If you have any questions please reach out to Cassandra Koenen at ckoenen@alz.to

We ask that you register yourself and the individual requiring respite (if needed) separately with the buttons below.

4-week series from Wednesday June 3^rd to June 24^th, from 1:30-3:00. Please note that when you are signing up, you are committing to all four weeks that start on June 3rd.

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.

Participants learn the six basic boxing punches and practice simple combinations that help keep the mind sharp while the body moves. Exercise can improve heart health, strength, coordination, and fine motor skills.

Everyone works at their own pace, and each participant receives individual attention within the group setting. We also include gentle brain training activities during the class to support memory, language, and problem-solving skills.

This program is intended for people living with dementia along with their care partners. Light refreshments available.

The Community Connections Café is a welcoming space where people with memory loss or Dementia, and their care partners, can come to connect with others and support their brain health while socializing. This is an opportunity to enjoy simple refreshments and make new friends in a Dementia Friendly Community Space.

The Community Connections Cafe focuses on social wellness for people with memory loss or Dementia, and their care partners. The program is informal with the intended atmosphere of a local coffee shop where participants can chat over a beverage, do something creative, or play a game.

Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office
Location: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto
(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)

Registration is required for this program and closes at midnight (12am) the day prior to the event.
Please specify the number of guests attending when you register. You may register up to 3 persons per group.

Every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12:30pm to 2:30pm In-person at our AST Mid Scarborough Hub.
Address: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON, M1K2S3

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 Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person
Location: 20 Eglinton Ave West, 16th Floor, Toronto
(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)

*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