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This monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment residing in long-term care 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 a different theme relating to LTC on each month. Themes that will be discussed include:

  • Transition to LTC
  • Managing feelings of guilt, relief and sadness
  • How to prepare for Plan of Care Meetings and what to expect
  • Family Councils
  • 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/

Explore the concept of ambiguous loss, develop coping strategies and gain understanding of feelings of grief when caring for a person with dementia.

This session is for care partners of persons living with dementia in the mid-to-late stages.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the concept of Ambiguous Loss
  • Recognize the uniqueness and complexity of Ambiguous Loss
  • Explore concepts for learning to live with Ambiguous Loss
  • Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

 

Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Losing someone who had dementia can be a unique and complex experience for those who cared for them.

This presentation will explore these issues, identify various approaches to grief, and suggest ways for care partners to cope with loss.

 

Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

U-First!® for Care Partners is an interactive education program for informal care partners (family, friends, neighbours) who are providing direct unpaid support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment.

This education program focuses on:

  • Enhancing the well-being of care partners and of the person they are supporting who is experiencing behaviour changes
  • Reducing responsive behaviours by using the U-First!® framework
  • Improving collaboration among all team members through a common knowledge, language and approach to care

 

Mandatory Session Dates:
Thursday, November 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, November 13th from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, November 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Optional Session Date:
Thursday, November 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm

 

What’s the cost for the program?
There is no cost for participants of the U-First!® for Care Partners.

 

Please note that there will be an additional screening of all interested participants to ensure there is a fit between the program and participant.
Screening will commence in October, and you can expect a screening call 2-4 weeks before the first session. Sign-up early as registration spots are limited.

 

Registration closes October 19th, 2025.

***(THIS PROGRAM IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS ONLY. If you are a Health Care Provider (PSW, nurse, paid private caregiver, etc) please click here for the U-First! for Health Care Providers courses)***

5-Week Art Series on Mondays, September 8th – October 6th from 1:30 – 3:00 PM at Danforth/Coxwell Toronto Public Library located at 1675 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4C 5P2.

September 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, & October 6th 2025

In this art series the facilitator, Monica Wickeler, will take you on a journey to explore your true creative instincts.
The art of visual journaling can bring peace and joy with authentic mark making, looking at our inner joy and bringing in colour and vibrancy. Each week we will explore a new way of expressing our authentic marks onto our creative journal pages. Exploring a variety of mark making techniques, from watercolour to collage.
Monica Wickeler explores how we can reclaim a public space with vibrant colour and expression and how this can impact people’s daily lives by adding playfulness, pleasure, and joy. As an LGBTQ2S+ public artist she engages with the community where her artwork will live which is the most essential aspect of her artistic process—creating a piece of artwork that will bring the community together, engaging and encourage everyone to feel proud of their surroundings.

This program is designed for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairment, along with their care partners.

For more information, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at 647 456 6168.

8-Week Series on Tuesdays – October 14th – December 2nd from 1:00 – 3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.

October 14th, 21st, 28th, November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, & December 2nd 2025

Give your mind and body a boost!

Minds in Motion® is a program that combines physical activity and mental and social stimulation for individuals with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and their care partners. This program is offered once a week for 8 weeks and offers a great environment to establish new friendships with others who are living with similar experiences.

For more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.

Join Hannah and Alex, summer students of Alzheimer Society Toronto for an afternoon filled with connection, relaxation, laughter and most importantly, singing. Alongside Hannah and Alex, you will meet Charlie, a calm natured, kind and loyal pup! 🐶  
 
Escape the humidity and heat of the city and join us for a sing-a-long to familiar campfire classics. (Country Roads by John Denver spark for anyone?) You will able to enjoy cool refreshments, indulge in a sweet marshmallow treat, say hello to our four-legged, furry friend and relax into the calm atmosphere. And get ready for some FUN!  
 
Hannah and Alex have created a playlist that will send you back to the sounds of the 70s but don’t worry – it includes hits we all know and love to sing around a fire with an accompanying guitar.  Requests are welcomed through the Registration link!
 
Experience an afternoon that will transport you back to a time where you gathered together with friends to enjoy the sounds of the summer.

This workshop is for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and/or care partners of people living with MCI. The focus of the session will be on providing an overview of MCI and the differences between normal aging, MCI and dementia.

 

Learning Objectives:

  • Increase knowledge of MCI and the differences between normal aging, MCI and dementia
  • Explore how MCI impacts individuals and families
  • Learn how to optimize cognitive health
  • Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community

 

Workshop will be presented online using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

This monthly open support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a parent 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 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm 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 monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers 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 the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behavioural and cognitive changes)
  • Learn about how others are adjusting to and coping with their caregiving journey
  • Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

 

Every last Monday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm 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/