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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 2024-25 Rebanks Fellows, followed by a short Q&A session led by Program Manager Lauren Levorson-Wong.

The concert takes place at the Royal Conservatory of Music, 273 Bloor Street W.

For more information about this program please contact Kristin Bartlett

If more than one person will be attending, you must register each guest. Click on the plus sign at the top right of the registration form to indicate the number of guests.

This workshop provides an overview of the relationship between dementia and epilepsy, as well as the various types of seizures. It will focus on how to notice signs of a seizure and what to do if a seizure occurs. This workshop is a collaboration between the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and NeuroBridge, a University of Toronto medical student club dedicated to bridging neuroscience education and community engagement.

Learning Objectives:

understand the relationship between dementia and epilepsy
understand the various types of seizures
learn how to support a person living with dementia who experiences seizures

Summary:

This webinar will focus on how rehabilitation and technology can help people living with dementia stay at home longer and live more independently. While rehabilitation is often thought of as something that restores or improves abilities, it is just as important to maintain the abilities people already have. Keeping those skills can help individuals continue to do everyday tasks without needing extra support. We will also discuss how technology can assist people living with dementia in completing daily tasks, staying safe, and reducing the risk of falls. Topics will include the use of self-cueing, exercises to improve balance, and even video games that can help with rehabilitation.

We will also share information about two studies looking at how technology and games are being used to make rehabilitation more effective for people living with dementia.

For more information on the studies:

Click links to learn more:

Task Sequencing & Dementia Study

Bootle Blast (Exercise Video Game) & Dementia Study

Have questions about these study listings? Email Victoria.Telford@camh.ca

This webinar is presented in partnership with the Toronto Dementia Research Alliance

About the Presenters

Christina Commisso, MSc Candidate at Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto

Christina Commisso is a first-year MSc candidate in the Rehabilitation Sciences Institute at University of Toronto and at the KITE Research Institute. Christina’s research focuses on the use and development of technology that supports people with dementia to complete activities of daily living more independently. Christina has worked in this area of research since 2022.

Erica Dove, PhD Candidate at Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto

Erica Dove is a final-year PhD candidate in the Rehabilitation Sciences Institute at the University of Toronto and at the KITE Research Institute. Erica’s research focuses on the creative application of technology to support the health, function, and well-being of people living with dementia. Erica has worked in this area of research since 2014.

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.

This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body Dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

Learning Objectives:

Interact with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body Dementia
Become familiar with the specific type of dementia
Opportunity for therapeutic support as well as education information
Share experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitator and other group members

Every 2nd Monday 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 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