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

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.

Learning Objectives:

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/

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

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 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.