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Events for People with Dementia

19 Aug

Timeless Flow – A Creative Art Series with Kristin & Tracey (20 Eglinton Ave W)

2024-07-16T04:44:13-04:00
 
Timeless Flow – A Creative Art Series with Kristin and Tracey 
Mondays, August 19 – September 30 2024 from 1:30 P.M –  3:00 P.M at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th floor (6 week Series).

August 19, 26 Sept 9, 16, 23, 30, *skipping Sept 2nd for the Labour Day Holiday 
In this workshop, participants will explore the art of tapping into the flow as a way of transforming our sense of time. We will offer opportunities for participants to explore and dabble with different artistic mediums to creatively capture our moments in time.
This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments and their carepartners, no background in art making required, all are welcome.
For more information about this program, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at tadams-thibaudeau@alz.to or by phone at 647 456 6168.
Timeless Flow – A Creative Art Series with Kristin & Tracey (20 Eglinton Ave W)2024-07-16T04:44:13-04:00
15 Aug

East End Friends -Aug (2658 Eglinton Ave E)

2024-07-16T04:44:11-04:00

Thursday August 15 from 1:00 – 3:00
Held at our satellite location, Alzheimer Society Toronto – The Mid-Scarborough Hub (2658 Eglinton Avenue East).
Join us for an in-person Social/Recreation program.

Join our monthly social at our Mid-Scarborough Hub! This program is an opportunity to meet like minded people, to engage in meaningful conversations, tap into our creativity and get active. This two hour social is a great way to find your community and partake in gentle movement to great playlists. East End Friends is intended for people living with dementia and their care partners, and it is offered through a culturally inclusive, accessible and dementia-friendly lens. Light refreshments will be served.

East End Friends -Aug (2658 Eglinton Ave E)2024-07-16T04:44:11-04:00
15 Aug

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-07-16T04:44:10-04:00

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 – Zoom2024-07-16T04:44:10-04:00
9 Aug

Joking Aside, Improv Workshop with Nigel (20 Eglinton Ave W)

2024-07-16T04:44:08-04:00
 
Joking Aside, Improv Workshop with Nigel
Friday, August 9th from 1:30 P.M –  3:00 P.M at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office located at 20 Eglinton Ave W, 16th floor.
 
Did you know that you improvise everyday? Believe it! In Joking Aside: Improv …with Nigel, we will take that very skill you already have and use it to creatively learn, play – and most importantly – laugh. A bunch! Best part is – you don’t need to be funny. You just need to be in the moment.
Nigel is a comedian, actor and writer, based in Toronto. An alumnus of The Second City Toronto, Nigel co-wrote and co-starred in the CBC Gem/Prime Video comedy web-series BIT PLAYAS, which won two Canadian Screen Awards for Best Writing and Best Web Series. Select credits include: GHOSTS (CBS), BARONESS VON SKETCH SHOW (CBC) and THE SOCIAL (CTV). You’ll also recognize him from numerous Canadian and U.S. national commercials for major brands like Desjardins, Tim Hortons and McDonald’s. Nigel performs and teaches improv comedy, and has extensive experience in writing rooms. Adding to such shows as TOTAL DRAMA ISLAND and commercials, for brands like NINTENDO.
Yes, and… this one-time workshop will include entry level games and exercises that expand the world of improv and open other ways for you to communicate with your family, friends and peers. No Experience necessary. Positivity and an open mind, a must.
This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments, no background in improv, all are welcome.
For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or by phone at 416-389-6099.
Joking Aside, Improv Workshop with Nigel (20 Eglinton Ave W)2024-07-16T04:44:08-04:00
8 Aug

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-07-16T04:44:05-04:00

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 – Zoom2024-07-16T04:44:05-04:00
1 Aug

Creative Movement – Yoga (117 Bloor St E, Toronto)

2024-07-16T04:44:04-04:00
Weekly on Thursdays, August 1-22 2024 (4-week series) from 1:30 – 2:30 PM. 

Creative Movement series will be held at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON M4W 1A9
 
Join us for an in-person 4-part creative movement series and enjoy activating your body in a fun and incusive space. Each week we will stretch, strengthen and find our flow with Lisa Brodie, who is a Certified Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist.  
This series is appropriate for learners at all levels and provides opportunities for each participant to learn at their own pace and in their own style, from a seated or standing position.
For more information about this program, please contact Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau TAdams-Thibaudeau@alz.to or at 647 456 6168
Creative Movement – Yoga (117 Bloor St E, Toronto)2024-07-16T04:44:04-04:00
1 Aug

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-07-16T04:44:03-04:00

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 – Zoom2024-07-16T04:44:03-04:00
25 Jul

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-07-16T04:44:00-04:00

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 – Zoom2024-07-16T04:44:00-04:00
18 Jul

Dance Fitness – Zoom

2024-07-16T04:43:56-04:00

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 – Zoom2024-07-16T04:43:56-04:00
17 Jul

The Community Connections Cafe – 20 Eglinton Avenue West

2024-07-16T04:43:55-04:00
 
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 West2024-07-16T04:43:55-04:00
HEAD OFFICE

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

20 Eglinton Ave West, Toronto, ON M4R 1K8 (16th floor)

OPEN Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, CLOSED Sat-Sun

SATELLITE OFFICE

Mid-Scarborough Hub

2658 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON, M1K 2S3

Call for Appointment

CONTACT

Call: 416-322-6560

Fax: 416-322-6656

After Hours: Call 1-866-797-0000 (Telehealth Ontario)

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