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18 Sep

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue West

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue West

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:54-04:00

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.

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue WestAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:54-04:00

13 Sep

Making Strides – Autumn in the East End

Making Strides – Autumn in the East End

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:51-04:00

Weekly on Fridays, Sept 13th to Oct 18 2024 (6-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Making Strides – Autumn in the Eastend will be held at the Evergreen Brick works, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto

Join us for an in-person 6-part walking series and enjoy activating your body in the beauty of nature. Get your steps in and then enjoy a chat and a drink in the cafe – on us!

This series is appropriate for people living with dementia and their care partners who love walking! We will start with a warm up and then walk for 45 minutes, so please come prepared with comfortable supportive shoes and a bottle of water.

For more information about this program, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau tadams-thibaudeau@alz.to or by phone at 647 456 6168

Making Strides – Autumn in the East EndAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:51-04:00

12 Sep

Making Strides – Autumn in the West End

Making Strides – Autumn in the West End

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:48-04:00

Weekly on Thursdays, Sept 12 to Oct 17 2024 (6-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Making Strides – Autumn in the West End will be held at High Park, we will meet at the High Park North Gates located at High Park Ave & Bloor St W.

Join us for an in-person 6-part walking series, enjoy activating your bodies and socializing. Get your steps in and then enjoy a chat and a drink on us!

This series is appropriate for people living with dementia and their care partners who love walking! We will start with a warm up and then walk for 45 minutes, so please come prepared with comfortable supportive shoes and a bottle of water.

For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or by phone at 416-389-6099

Making Strides – Autumn in the West EndAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:48-04:00

12 Sep

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:48-04:00

This gentle low impact dance fitness class with Jenn uses diverse music and simple dance movements to create a dynamic and energizing aerobic workout. With easy to follow moves that can be done seated or standing, this upbeat class is set to positive, playful and uplifting music. You will be motivated by the joyful, welcoming and supportive environment that encourages you to let go and have fun! No experience required.

Jenn Hicks is a Personal Trainer Size and Inclusive Fitness Specialist who has taught dance fitness classes for the past 17 years. She was named NOW Magazine’s Best Virtual Fitness Instructor for 2020. Jenn customizes routines for every class and helps attendees modify steps or movements whenever they need a little extra care.

This program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – ZoomAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:48-04:00

5 Sep

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:43-04:00

This gentle low impact dance fitness class with Jenn uses diverse music and simple dance movements to create a dynamic and energizing aerobic workout. With easy to follow moves that can be done seated or standing, this upbeat class is set to positive, playful and uplifting music. You will be motivated by the joyful, welcoming and supportive environment that encourages you to let go and have fun! No experience required.

Jenn Hicks is a Personal Trainer Size and Inclusive Fitness Specialist who has taught dance fitness classes for the past 17 years. She was named NOW Magazine’s Best Virtual Fitness Instructor for 2020. Jenn customizes routines for every class and helps attendees modify steps or movements whenever they need a little extra care.

This program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – ZoomAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:43-04:00

3 Sep

Minds in Motion (Virtual)

Minds in Motion (Virtual)

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:42-04:00

Minds in Motion® is an evidence-based program that includes physical activity, socialization, and mentally stimulating activities for people living with dementia and their care partners to participate in together.

This program runs once a week for 8 weeks on Zoom.

Tuesdays from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM from September 3rd – October 22nd

September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15 & 22nd.

This is a great environment to establish new friendships with others who are living with similar experiences. Combining physical, mental, and social stimulation improves brain health and may slow the disease progression.

Minds in Motion (Virtual)Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:42-04:00

29 Aug

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:40-04:00

This gentle low impact dance fitness class with Jenn uses diverse music and simple dance movements to create a dynamic and energizing aerobic workout. With easy to follow moves that can be done seated or standing, this upbeat class is set to positive, playful and uplifting music. You will be motivated by the joyful, welcoming and supportive environment that encourages you to let go and have fun! No experience required.

Jenn Hicks is a Personal Trainer Size and Inclusive Fitness Specialist who has taught dance fitness classes for the past 17 years. She was named NOW Magazine’s Best Virtual Fitness Instructor for 2020. Jenn customizes routines for every class and helps attendees modify steps or movements whenever they need a little extra care.

This program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – ZoomAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:40-04:00

28 Aug

The Power of Music with Steve Koven

The Power of Music with Steve Koven

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:39-04:00

Wednesdays, August 28 – October 2 (6-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

The Power of Music with Steve will be held in person at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.

Join us in-person for The Power of Music, a 6-week series facilitated by Steve Koven. This program explores different musical genres though live performances, conversations about music, composers, creativity and improvisation. It is an hour of pure joy and fun!

Steve Koven is a composer, performer, producer, educator and film maker. His band the Steve Koven Trio has toured the world for more then two decades, and they have been coined the ‘Canadian Cultural Ambassadors’. As an educator, Steve has been teaching in the Faculty of Music at Toronto’s York University, teaching Contemporary Improvisation and Jazz Piano Studies. As well he teaches in the Music Department at Centennial College.

This series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to engage at their own pace and in their own style.

Face masks will be provided and encouraged to be worn throughout the duration of the program.

For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to

The Power of Music with Steve KovenAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:39-04:00

22 Aug

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Dance Fitness – Zoom

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:38-04:00

This gentle low impact dance fitness class with Jenn uses diverse music and simple dance movements to create a dynamic and energizing aerobic workout. With easy to follow moves that can be done seated or standing, this upbeat class is set to positive, playful and uplifting music. You will be motivated by the joyful, welcoming and supportive environment that encourages you to let go and have fun! No experience required.

Jenn Hicks is a Personal Trainer Size and Inclusive Fitness Specialist who has taught dance fitness classes for the past 17 years. She was named NOW Magazine’s Best Virtual Fitness Instructor for 2020. Jenn customizes routines for every class and helps attendees modify steps or movements whenever they need a little extra care.

This program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

CLICK HERE to register.

Dance Fitness – ZoomAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:38-04:00

21 Aug

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue West

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue West

Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:37-04:00

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.

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue WestAlzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-16T03:14:37-04:00

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