Tag: Person Living With Dementia
| 5-Week Session, Feb 12th, 19th, 26th, March 5th, (skipping March 12th) & March 19th 2027.
Clay Making with LUMP Studio Join LUMP Studio at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto for a welcoming five-session clay-making program for people living with dementia and their care partners. Together, we’ll explore the joy of working with clay—from shaping and building by hand to adding colour and glaze—while creating unique pieces to enjoy at home. Participants will work with both air-dry and kiln-fired clay, with gentle guidance and encouragement to create at their own pace. Each session makes space for creativity, self-expression, and social connection through the tactile experience of making with clay. No previous experience is needed—all materials and tools are provided. Come as you are and enjoy making something together. Finished kiln-fired pieces will be returned approximately two to three weeks after the final session. About LUMP Studio LUMP Studio is a collaborative ceramic practice by Yvette Yanne and Liz Lau. Between us, we have over 20 years of experience working with clay in the UK, Hong Kong, and Canada. We love bringing people together through welcoming, creative, and accessible clay experiences, building community one piece of clay at a time. |
6-Week Series on Wednesdays from October 7th – November 11th from 1:30 – 3:00 PM at St-Andrew’s United Church located at 117 Bloor St East.
Join the Golden Threads Choir for an enriching in-person singing series, designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Led by acclaimed musician Robin Dann, this program explores the joy of making music together, fostering connection and creativity.
During our workshops, you’ll experience:
- Vocal warm-ups
- Harmonizing
- Exploring vocal ranges
- The energizing experience of singing as one collective voice
No prior singing or choral experience is necessary—just a willingness to express yourself!
About Your Choir Leader:
Robin Dann is a critically acclaimed singer and the leader of the band Bernice, recognized internationally and nominated twice for Canada’s prestigious Polaris Prize. With over 15 years in Toronto’s vibrant music scene, Robin brings passion and expertise to our choir.
Click HERE to learn more about what to expect in our Active Living Programs.
| Come celebrate the joy and warmth of the season with us! Spend time connecting with others, enjoy some delicious cultural food, and get creative as we make and decorate our own traditional diyas (oil lamps).
This social gathering is a chance to share memories and celebrate together in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether you celebrate Diwali or simply enjoy coming together with community, everyone is welcome. This program is for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), along with their care partners. Come for the creativity, stay for the food, conversation, and celebration! |
For more information about this program, please contact Chitra Devi at cdevi@alz.to or phone 416-201-3678
| Move, stretch, and have fun with us as we enjoy gentle yoga, simple movement, and some great music. Each 1-hour session will include chair-based yoga, stretching, breathing, and easy movements that can be done seated or standing, with everyone encouraged to move at their own pace.
Yoga, Music & Movement is intended for people living with dementia along with their care partners. No previous yoga or fitness experience is needed just come ready to move, enjoy the music, and connect with others! Light snacks & refreshments available. |
For more information about this program, please contact Chitra Devi at cdevi@alz.to or phone 416-201-3678
| Join us for a four-part South Asian Art Series bringing together South Asian-inspired art, culture, and creativity in a welcoming and social setting for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), along with their care partners.
Through a variety of art elements and activities inspired by South Asian traditions, colours, stories, and memories, participants will have opportunities to express themselves, connect with others, and enjoy the creative process together. No previous art experience is required. Just come ready to create, connect, and have fun! |
For more information about this program, please contact Chitra Devi at cdevi@alz.to or phone 416-201-3678
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.
| February 9th, 16th, 23rd, March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th 2027
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. |
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
This workshop is for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and/or care partners of people living with MCI.
Workshop will be presented using Zoom, registration required to receive link.
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.
| Sign up today to experience the amazing talent of this year’s Rebank Fellowship Musicians within the beautiful Mazzoleni Concert Hall.
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. Enjoy a 45-minute chamber music recital by one of the 2026-27 Rebanks Fellow Musicians, followed by a short Q&A session. This program is appropriate for anyone living with dementia or cognitive impairments and their care team. For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett by email kbartlett@alz.to or by phone at 416-389-6099 |