This ongoing monthly support group provide 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 is required and closes at midnight (12am) 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

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/

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Group Art Therapy with Kathleen Downie

Weekly on Mondays from January 13th – February 24th (6-Week Series) from 1:30 – 3:00 P.M at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th floor.

January 13th, 20th, 27th, February 3rd, 10th, & 24th (skipping February 17th for Family Day)

Art therapy is a mental health profession that combines the process of creative art expression with models of counselling and psychotherapy to enhance emotional, physical, and mental well-being.

Kathleen Downie has facilitated many engaging art programs for AST clients over the years and is now an art therapy student attending the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute (VATI) distance program. As part of her training, Kathleen will be facilitating free art therapy group sessions.

Group art therapy sessions will provide participants with opportunities to work independently and with others to explore and express feelings and ideas that arise in the sessions. We will use a range of art materials and techniques including drawing, painting, and 2- and 3-D collage. Group art therapy offers unique opportunities for support and encouragement through the close and supportive connection of the group members.

If you have any questions, contact Kathleen

Golden Threads Choir

Join us for a transformative musical experience!

Join the Golden Threads Choir for an enriching in-person singing series, designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Led by acclaimed musician Robin Dann, this program explores the joy of making music together, fostering connection and creativity.

During our workshops, you’ll experience:

• Vocal warm-ups
• Harmonizing
• Exploring vocal ranges
• The energizing experience of singing as one collective voice

This series will revolve around the theme of “time,” culminating in an exciting multidisciplinary performance at the Tarragon Theatre in February 2025. No prior singing or choral experience is necessary—just a willingness to express yourself!

About Your Choir Leader:
Robin Dann is a critically acclaimed singer and the leader of the band Bernice recognized internationally and nominated twice for Canada’s prestigious Polaris Prize. With over 15 years in Toronto’s vibrant music scene, Robin brings passion and expertise to our choir.

Choir Workshop Dates:
Mondays & Thursdays from January 13th to January 30th, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: St. Andrew’s United Church, 117 Bloor St East

Choir Workshop Schedule:
January 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, & 30, 2025

Choir Rehearsals:
Dates: February 3rd – February 13th, 2025
Location: St. Andrew’s United Church & Tarragon Theatre

Performance Dates:
February 14th, 15th & 16th, 2025
Location: Tarragon Theatre, 30 Bridgman Ave, M5R 1X3

For more information, please contact:
Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau
Phone: 647-456-6168

We can’t wait to sing with you!

Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of snuggling with animals from One Health Partners while we sway along to live music brought to you by Producer/Songwriter Simon Law. This program is designed for people living with dementia along with their care partners. Light refreshments will be provided.

Contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau with any questions or by phone at 647-456-6168.

The Alzheimer Society of Toronto recognizes that during the holiday season caregivers may be experiencing both ongoing and new challenges. This online holiday drop-in support group provides an opportunity for caregivers (unpaid care partners) of individuals living with dementia to support each other through this time.

Objectives:

• Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences and challenges related to the holidays
• Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
• Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and in the community

This is a one-time support group.
(Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

*Disclaimer: Registration is required for this group and closes at midnight (12am) the Thursday prior to the session.
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/ 

Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias. These groups are facilitated by volunteers who have lived experience as care partners and have received training on group facilitation. Participants and peer facilitators decide on the focus and direction of the group.

Learning Objectives:

• Provide a safe setting which promotes mutual support, both practical and emotional, throughout the course of the disease
• Enhance care partner’s knowledge of the illness, available supports, and coping strategies.

This group meets online on the second Friday of every month from 10:30am to 12:00pm.

Registration and a short pre-screening are required before attending this support group.

For more information about this peer support group or other peer support groups, please follow the link to complete the interest form below

*Disclaimer: We kindly ask that you complete the interest form if you are interested in attending. Completion of this interest form does not guarantee a spot in this group. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive a confirmation email.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS.
If you are a formal Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

This 8-week online support group meets to provide participants with an opportunity to support each other through the grief and bereavement process. Both practical and emotional needs will be explored to help participants cope with a loss.

Learning Objectives:

• Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences, as well as grief and bereavement
• Learn from others on adjusting to the loss and their own changing relationship to self and others.
• Discuss and share different strategies regarding selfcare including discussion on stages of grief (various frameworks), finding meaning and exploring feelings related to loss and loneliness.
• Receive updated information on where to seek additional supports if desired

Session dates:
Mondays from 9:30am – 11:30am, starting February 3rd to March 31st (excluding February 17th for Family Day).
Week 1 – Monday, February 3rd
Week 2 – Monday, February 10th
Week 3 – Monday, February 24th
Week 4 – Monday, March 3rd
Week 5 – Monday, March 10th
Week 6 – Monday, March 17th
Week 7 – Monday, March 24th
Week 8 – Monday, March 31st

Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. Your contact information will be shared with Hazel Burns Hospice who will contact you regarding screening. Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration.

Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session.
This program is not a crisis support. For crisis support, you may call Distress Centres of Greater Toronto at 416-408-4357 (408-HELP) or visit www.dcogt.com.

Registration is required.
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 4-week online caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience, with a structured focus on the concept of “Ambiguous Loss”. This group is inspired by Pauline Boss’ book “Loving Someone With Dementia“.

Learning Objectives

• Develop an understanding of the concept of “Ambiguous Loss” and ambiguous loss in the context of dementia, and how this unique type of loss differs from other losses
• Develop coping strategies to implement in their own lives
• Obtain a better understanding of their own experiences of grief related to caring for their family member
• Engage in self reflection and share insights related to their caregiving experience
• Learn from others on adjusting to the losses and their own changing relationship to self and others

This group will run for four consecutive weeks online using Zoom. Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the start date.

Session dates:
Thursdays from 10am–12pm, starting January 30th ending February 20th.

• Week 1 – January 30th
• Week 2 – February 6th
• Week 3 – February 13th
• Week 4 – February 20th

* Please note, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. If this schedule does not work for you at this time, you’re 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 is required and closes on January 23rd at 11:59 pm.
Please check your junk/spam if you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration. Zoom information will be provided via email approximately 24-48 hours prior to the first session. If you need registration support, please contact us at: intake@alz.to.

THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY.
If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/