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Events for the General Public

6 May

The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)

2023-11-28T20:18:59-05:00

Monday, May 6th from 3:00 P.M – 4:00 P.M at The Royal Conservatory of Music located at 273 Bloor St W.

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, perform with major orchestras in Canada and abroad, and are members of leading chamber ensembles such as The ARC Ensemble, The Rolston Quartet and The Dior Quartet.

Enjoy a 45-minute chamber music recital by one of the 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows, followed by a short Q&A session led by Program Manager Jessica Wright. The 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows are: Elena Howard-Scott, soprano; Noa Sarid, violin; Christian Masucci Facchini, countertenor; Julia Mirzoev, violin; Jamal Al Titi, baritone; Tobias Elser, violin.
For more information about this program please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)2023-11-28T20:18:59-05:00
18 Mar

The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)

2023-11-28T20:18:50-05:00

Monday, March 18 from 3:00 P.M – 4:00 P.M at The Royal Conservatory of Music located at 273 Bloor St W.

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, perform with major orchestras in Canada and abroad, and are members of leading chamber ensembles such as The ARC Ensemble, The Rolston Quartet and The Dior Quartet.

Enjoy a 45-minute chamber music recital by one of the 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows, followed by a short Q&A session led by Program Manager Jessica Wright. The 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows are: Elena Howard-Scott, soprano; Noa Sarid, violin; Christian Masucci Facchini, countertenor; Julia Mirzoev, violin; Jamal Al Titi, baritone; Tobias Elser, violin.
For more information about this program please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)2023-11-28T20:18:50-05:00
2 Mar

Xenia Concert: Pratibha Arts

2023-11-28T20:18:46-05:00

 

Saturday, March 2nd from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M at Meridian Art Center located at 5040 Yonge St. North York, M2N 6R8.

In partnership with TO Live, Alzheimer Society of Toronto, and Baycrest@Home, Xenia Concerts is proud to present Pratibha Arts!

Join us to experience the classical arts of Kathak dance and Tabla drumming originating from North India! Featuring interactive storytelling through Indian classical hand gestures known as mudras, the performance will display rhythmic complexity and dynamic movement language. 

This concert is designed to encourage intergenerational interactions through shared listening experience in a relaxed concert environment. Meridian Arts Centre is a wheelchair accessible venue. A complete list of accessibility features is below.

Accessibility features:

  • All expressions welcome! Feel free to make noise, or get up.
  • Gender-neutral, wheelchair accessible washrooms
  • PDF Venue Guide 
  • Accessible e-programs emailed before event
  • Sensory objects, balance seats, weighted pillows, and weighted blankets available
  • Flexible seating and a separate area for breaks
  • Movement activities
  • Visual schedule
 COVID Safety Measures:
  • Masks are recommended
  • If you have any symptoms of COVID, please stay home regardless of test results
Pratibha Arts Xenia Concert is funded by: 
The Toronto Arts Council, the Ontario Arts Council, The Canada Council for the Arts, The Government of Canada, The Azrieli Foundation, the George C. Hunt Family Foundation, and Xenia Concerts donors.
Xenia Concert: Pratibha Arts2023-11-28T20:18:46-05:00
15 Jan

The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)

2023-11-28T20:18:17-05:00

Monday, January 15th from 3:00 P.M – 4:00 P.M at The Royal Conservatory of Music located at 273 Bloor St W.

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, perform with major orchestras in Canada and abroad, and are members of leading chamber ensembles such as The ARC Ensemble, The Rolston Quartet and The Dior Quartet.

Enjoy a 45-minute chamber music recital by one of the 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows, followed by a short Q&A session led by Program Manager Jessica Wright. The 2023-24 Rebanks Fellows are: Elena Howard-Scott, soprano; Noa Sarid, violin; Christian Masucci Facchini, countertenor; Julia Mirzoev, violin; Jamal Al Titi, baritone; Tobias Elser, violin.
For more information about this program please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to
The Royal Conservatory – Rebanks Fellows Concert (273 Bloor Street W)2023-11-28T20:18:17-05:00
28 Dec

Young Onset Dementia (for the General Public) – Zoom and In-Person at 20 Eglinton Ave. W

2023-11-28T20:18:08-05:00

Enhance your knowledge of young onset dementia with an overview, the unique challenges faced by the person and their families and opportunities to support someone who is living with young onset dementia.

 
Where:

1) Online via Zoom

OR
2) In-person at Alzheimer Society of Toronto office.
Address: 20 Eglinton Ave. W. 16th Floor, Toronto, M4R 1K8
(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 to participate.

 

Young Onset Dementia (for the General Public) – Zoom and In-Person at 20 Eglinton Ave. W2023-11-28T20:18:08-05:00
22 Dec

Merry Movement (Online)

2023-11-28T20:18:04-05:00

Merry Movement – Friday December 20th from 10:30 A.M – 11:30 A.M (ONLINE)

Join Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau, our Active Living Program Coordinator and Certified Senior Fitness Instructor in an online Movement program to the Merry Tunes of the holiday season. Move your body and add some gentle exercise into your holiday wellness routine. 

Come prepared with a water bottle, a sturdy hard back chair, a towel and a ball (if you have one). This program will be offered on Zoom, a link will be emailed to you once you have registered for this program. This program is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners. The movements will be modified to allow inclusivity for all levels of abilities.

For more information, contact Tracey at tadams-thibaudeau@alz.to or by phone at 647-456-6168

Merry Movement (Online)2023-11-28T20:18:04-05:00
9 Dec

Xenia Concert: Pulse Music Collective

2023-11-28T20:17:49-05:00

 

Saturday, December 9th from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M at Meridian Hall located at 1 Front St. East, M5E 1B2.

In partnership with TO Live, Alzheimer Society of Toronto, and Baycrest@Home, Xenia Concerts is proud to present Pulse Music Collective TO!

Join Xenia Concerts and the Pulse Music Collective TO for an intergenerational concert that welcomes and supports members of the dementia, neurodiversity, and disability communities. Led by cellist Dr. Andrew Ascenzo and music therapist Dr. Sarah Rose Black, Pulse Music Collective TO combines storytelling and live instrumental and vocal music, inviting the audience into the world of music and music therapy!

This concert is designed to encourage intergenerational interactions through shared listening experience in a relaxed concert environment. Meridian Hall is a wheelchair accessible venue. A complete list of accessibility features is below.

Accessibility features:

  • All expressions welcome! Feel free to make noise, or get up.
  • Gender-neutral, wheelchair accessible washrooms
  • PDF Venue Guide 
  • Accessible e-programs emailed before event
  • Sensory objects, balance seats, weighted pillows, and weighted blankets available
  • Flexible seating and a separate area for breaks
  • Movement activities
  • Visual schedule
 COVID Safety Measures:
  • Masks are recommended
  • If you have any symptoms of COVID, please stay home regardless of test results
 
Xenia Concert: Pulse Music Collective2023-11-28T20:17:49-05:00
4 Dec

Women and Dementia (for General Public) – ALZeducate

2023-11-28T20:17:43-05:00

 

This webinar will provide an overview of the prevalence of dementia among women and discuss some of the sex related risk factors that impact women. 

To REGISTER: Go to our online learning site at www.alzeducate.ca

Step 1: Create an Account/Login

Step 2: Select Education and then select the intended audience of the presentation.

Step 3: Enrol in the webinar

 

 

Women and Dementia (for General Public) – ALZeducate2023-11-28T20:17:43-05:00
27 Nov

Celebrating Special Occasions (for Care Partners) – ALZeducate

2023-11-28T20:17:38-05:00

Explore the unique challenges of celebrating holidays and special occasions. Gain practical planning tips, including strategies to promote meaningful communication with person with dementia.

Learning Objectives:

  • Increase awareness of dementia-related changes that may lead to feelings of loss for family and friends during holidays and special occasions
  • Plan special occasions that respect the changing abilities of the person with dementia
  • Develop strategies for meaningful communication with the person with dementia

For family caregivers.

Use your computer, internet connection and phone to participate in a live presentation

To REGISTER: Go to our online learning site at www.alzeducate.ca

Step 1: Create an Account/Login

Step 2: Select Education and then select the intended audience of the presentation.

Step 3: Enrol in the webinar

 

Celebrating Special Occasions (for Care Partners) – ALZeducate2023-11-28T20:17:38-05:00
23 Nov

Dementia, Delirium, and Depression (for Healthcare Professionals) – ALZeducate

2023-11-28T20:17:30-05:00

Learn about the 3 D’s – Delirium, Depression and Dementia and how you can support the person you are caring for when they are experiencing any of these conditions. 

For professionals.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define delirium, depression and dementia
  • Identify risks factors and causes
  • Understand the importance of accurate identification of the 3 D’s
  • Identify strategies to address the 3 D’s


To REGISTER: Go to our ONLINE LEARNING site at www.alzeducate.ca

Step 1: Create an Account/Login

Step 2: Select Education and then select the intended audience of the presentation.

Step 3: Enrol in the webinar

 

 

Dementia, Delirium, and Depression (for Healthcare Professionals) – ALZeducate2023-11-28T20:17:30-05:00

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