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Events that require registration to attend

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
19 Mar

Virtual Art Talks with Art Gallery Ontario (AGO) – (ONLINE)

2023-11-28T20:18:51-05:00

Tuesday, March 19th from 2:00 – 3:00 P.M.

Join us for an engaging virtual art talk and more in-depth experience of the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO). The AGO will help explore their collection through conversation, exchanging ideas and observations about the selected artworks. 

This program is designed for people living with dementia and their caregivers. The art talk is facilitated by an experienced AGO Art Educator.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Virtual Art Talks with Art Gallery Ontario (AGO) – (ONLINE)2023-11-28T20:18:51-05:00
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
13 Mar

Mid-Town Social (IN-PERSON)

2023-11-28T20:18:49-05:00

The Mid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making, games, creative movement, cooking, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants.

Wednesday, March 13th, 2024 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM


Let’s come together to share some food, have a laugh and be creative together. The Mid-town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners, this is a hybrid program we will be both in-person and virtual depending on our program plans.

Mid-Town Social (IN-PERSON)2023-11-28T20:18:49-05:00
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
23 Feb

Date Night – Winter Wonderland (IN-PERSON)

2023-11-28T20:18:44-05:00
Friday, February 23 from 5:30 P.M –  8:30 P.M
Date Night Spring Awakening will be hosted at the Chef’s House – George Brown College located at 300 Adelaide Street East.
The theme is Winter Wonderland, we will create a magical scene for a couple’s romantic winter outing. Let the Alzheimer Society of Toronto offer you and your loved one a cozy night out with a delicious meal, warm conversations, and an opportunity to dance to a live band.
This Winter Wonderland Date Night will be hosted at the elegant Chef’s House at the George Brown College’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality,
This event is limited to 16 couples, sign up to reserve a table.
For more information about this program, please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or by phone 416-389-6099 or Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at TAdams-Thibaudeau@alz.to or by phone 647-456-6168.
Date Night – Winter Wonderland (IN-PERSON)2023-11-28T20:18:44-05:00
22 Feb

East End Friends -Feb (2658 Eglinton Ave E)

2023-11-28T20:18:43-05:00

Thursday Feb 22 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 -Feb (2658 Eglinton Ave E)2023-11-28T20:18:43-05:00
13 Feb

TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) – 20 Eglinton Ave. West

2023-11-28T20:18:38-05:00

The TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a Reitman Centre caregiver program which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long.

Learning objectives: 

  • Focus on common caregiving themes including; self-care, healthcare system navigation, relationship changes and future planning
  • Coaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills
  • Provides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners

 

Dates: Tuesdays, February 13th to March 5th

Time: 10am to 11:30am

Location: This program is offered IN-PERSON at the Alzheimer Society Toronto head office (20 Eglinton Avenue West)

 

** Click here if you are interested in future group dates or would like to discuss how this group may support your current caregiving situation.

Registration and an assessment appointment (in-person or via Zoom) are prerequisites. An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you soon for your assessment.

 

TEACH (Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) – 20 Eglinton Ave. West2023-11-28T20:18:38-05:00
7 Feb

Mid-Town Social (IN-PERSON)

2023-11-28T20:18:36-05:00
 

The Mid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making, games, creative movement, cooking, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants.

Wednesday, February 7th, 2024 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM


Let’s come together to share some food, have a laugh and be creative together. The Mid-town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners, this is a hybrid program we will be both in-person and virtual depending on our program plans.

Mid-Town Social (IN-PERSON)2023-11-28T20:18:36-05:00
7 Feb

CARERS Program – Spouses (8 sessions) – ONLINE

2023-11-28T20:18:35-05:00

This 8-week online program is for spouses supporting their spouse in the mid- to late-stage dementia. Developed by the Reitman Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital, CARERS is a comprehensive dementia care program that supports problem-solving skill development and introduces the innovative use of standardized patients – actors trained to simulate real-life situations – so that caregivers, guided by expert clinical coaches, will learn how to address communication challenges.

Goals of the Program:

  • Enhance practical skills for caregivers
  • Improve caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills
  • Enhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges
  • Improve caregivers’ social interaction and social support

Dates: Wednesdays – February 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, and March 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th

Time: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Location: the group will be held online using Zoom

Registration and an assessment appointment via Zoom are prerequisites. An AST Social Worker will contact you soon for your assessment.

*Please note we offer a separate CARERS group exculsively for family members and friends who are not a spouse

If you are interested in a future group or would like to discuss how this group may support your current caregiving situation, please CLICK HERE

 

 

CARERS Program – Spouses (8 sessions) – ONLINE2023-11-28T20:18:35-05:00
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Alzheimer Society of Toronto

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

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

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

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