Tag: Care Partner

This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with Lewy Body and Parkinson’s 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 or Parkinson’s Dementia
• Become familiar with these specific types of dementias
• Receive therapeutic support as well as educational information to enhance your caregiving experience
• Share your experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitators and other group members in a safe space

 

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

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 monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment residing in a long-term care or a retirement home environment to come together to share personal feelings and support each other through the caregiving experience.

Should you choose to participate in this group please know that we expect you to observe the strictest confidentiality. In order to participate in this group, the person you support must have some cognitive impairment and you or the resident must live in the M postal code.

To guide discussion, the group will focus on different themes relating to long-term care and retirement home environments. Themes that will be discussed include:

• Transition to a retirement/long-term care home
• Managing feelings of guilt, relief, and sadness
• How to prepare for meetings with staff and what to expect
• Grief and Ambiguous Loss
• Advanced Health Care Planning
• What are responsive behaviours and why do they happen?
• Activities to engage the person you are supporting
• Special Occasions

 

Every 1st Thursday 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 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 monthly caregiver support group will provide 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 feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
• Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
• Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
• Receive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

 

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 5:00pm 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 Thursday 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/

The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia. It consists of four 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:
Fridays from 12:00pm–1:30pm, starting November 27 and ending December 18.

• Week 1 – Friday November 27, 2026
• Week 2 – Friday December 4, 2026
• Week 3 – Friday December 11, 2026
• Week 4 – Friday December 18, 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. 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.

 

 

5-Week Session, Feb 12th, 19th, 26th, March 5th, (skipping March 12th) & March 19th 2027. Clay Making with LUMP Studio Join LUMP Studio at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto for a welcoming five-session clay-making program for people living with dementia and their care partners. Together, we’ll explore the joy of working with clay—from shaping and building by hand to adding colour and glaze—while creating unique pieces to enjoy at home. Participants will work with both air-dry and kiln-fired clay, with gentle guidance and encouragement to create at their own pace. Each session makes space for creativity, self-expression, and social connection through the tactile experience of making with clay. No previous experience is needed—all materials and tools are provided. Come as you are and enjoy making something together. Finished kiln-fired pieces will be returned approximately two to three weeks after the final session. About LUMP Studio LUMP Studio is a collaborative ceramic practice by Yvette Yanne and Liz Lau. Between us, we have over 20 years of experience working with clay in the UK, Hong Kong, and Canada. We love bringing people together through welcoming, creative, and accessible clay experiences, building community one piece of clay at a time.

 

Join us on October 19 for our upcoming Speaker Series, sponsored by the Toronto Memory Program.

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Amer Burhan, Co-Director of Research at the Toronto Memory Program, who will discuss understanding and responding to agitation in dementia—an important topic for staff, caregivers, and families navigating behavioural changes.

About Dr. Amer Burhan Dr. Burhan is a geriatric and neuropsychiatrist and Co-Director of Research at the Toronto Memory Program. He is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto and specializes in Alzheimer disease, with a focus on prevention and the management of behavioural symptoms.

What to Expect

4:00–4:15 p.m. – Introduction
4:15–5:00 p.m. – Understanding Agitation in Dementia
5:00–5:30 p.m. – Live Q&A and Closing Remarks

Registration for this live session is now closed. A full video of the session will be available on our Youtube channel after the event. https://www.youtube.com/@alzheimertoronto 

6-Week Series on Wednesdays from October 7^th – November 11^th from 1:30 – 3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.

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

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.

Click HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.

Come celebrate the joy and warmth of the season with us! Spend time connecting with others, enjoy some delicious cultural food, and get creative as we make and decorate our own traditional diyas (oil lamps). This social gathering is a chance to share memories and celebrate together in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether you celebrate Diwali or simply enjoy coming together with community, everyone is welcome. This program is for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), along with their care partners. Come for the creativity, stay for the food, conversation, and celebration!

For more information about this program, please contact Chitra Devi at cdevi@alz.to or phone 416-201-3678

Move, stretch, and have fun with us as we enjoy gentle yoga, simple movement, and some great music. Each 1-hour session will include chair-based yoga, stretching, breathing, and easy movements that can be done seated or standing, with everyone encouraged to move at their own pace. Yoga, Music & Movement is intended for people living with dementia along with their care partners. No previous yoga or fitness experience is needed just come ready to move, enjoy the music, and connect with others! Light snacks & refreshments available.

For more information about this program, please contact Chitra Devi at cdevi@alz.to or phone 416-201-3678