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Events that require registration to attend

29 May

In-Person Caregiver Support Group – 20 Eglinton W

2024-03-28T21:18:04-04:00

This in-person monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

Learning Objectives:
– Opportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
– Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
– Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
– Receive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

 

Every last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person.


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)
 
  • If you have symptoms please stay home, please contact Colette at 416-640-6310 or by email at ccameron@alz.to to let us know that you can’t make it
  • We are a mask-friendly environment
  • If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to


    *Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. We kindly ask that you only register for sessions you are most likely able to attend. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email.

    PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a formal Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

     

    In-Person Caregiver Support Group – 20 Eglinton W2024-03-28T21:18:04-04:00
    27 May

    Care Partner Stress and Building Resilience (for Care Partners) – Zoom

    2024-03-28T21:18:04-04:00
     
    This workshop is to help care partners identify their sources of stress and develop coping strategies. The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of resilience and ways to build care partner resilience.
     
    For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.
     

    Learning Objectives:

    • Explore the different types of stress care partners may experience and develop coping strategies to deal with the stress
    • Increase awareness of the importance of self-care for the care partner
    • Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community and where to seek those services
    • Describe the concept of resilience and why it is important for care partners

     

    Workshop will be presented online using Zoom.

    Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

    Care Partner Stress and Building Resilience (for Care Partners) – Zoom2024-03-28T21:18:04-04:00
    27 May

    Long Distance Caregiving (for Care Partners) – Zoom

    2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00

    This workshop will explore some of the unique challenges and issues that can arise when caring from a distance, as well as identify the different ways caregivers can provide support and be involved in the person’s life.
     
    For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.
     
     
    This workshop will be presented via Zoom.
     
    Registration is required to receive the link to participate.
     

     

    Long Distance Caregiving (for Care Partners) – Zoom2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
    27 May

    Open General Caregiver Support Group (10:00 am to 12:00 pm) – Zoom

    2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00

    This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. 

    Learning Objectives:

    • Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
    • Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
    • Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Sociery of Toronto and in the community
     
    Support Group meet every last Monday of the month from 10:00am to 12:00pm online using Zoom.  

    Registration required; group will be held via Zoom and instructions will be provided prior to the group.


    **Disclaimer: Please note that registration for this group closes at midnight (12am) the business day prior to the session.  Your registration for this session does not apply to future drop-in dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email**

    * PLEASE NOTE, THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a formal Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/


    Open General Caregiver Support Group (10:00 am to 12:00 pm) – Zoom2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
    23 May

    Open General Caregiver Support Group – 2658 Eglinton Ave. East

    2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00

    This in-person monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

    Learning Objectives:
    – Opportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
    – Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
    – Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
    – Receive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

    Every fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00am-11:30am In-Person at the AST Mid-Scarborough Hub. 

    Location: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON, M1K 2S3 (attached to the Scarborough Center for Healthy Communities (SCHC) building). 

    If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to

    *Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) the Sunday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. We kindly ask that you only register for sessions you are most likely able to attend. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email.


    PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a formal Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

     

    Open General Caregiver Support Group – 2658 Eglinton Ave. East2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
    21 May

    Understanding Behaviours and Supportive Communication (for Care Partners) – Zoom

    2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00

    This workshop provides an overview of behaviours in dementia and communicating in a supportive manner. It will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how behaviours and communication can change over the course of the disease and ways to supportively communicate with a person living with dementia.

    For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.


    Learning Objectives:

    • Recognize that behaviour is a form of communication
    • Describe how dementia impacts communication
    • Recall communication strategies that can be used to support people living with dementia
    • Discuss the meaning of behaviours in dementia and ways to offer support
     
    Workshop will be presented online via Zoom.
     
    Registration is required to participate.

    Understanding Behaviours and Supportive Communication (for Care Partners) – Zoom2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
    21 May

    AGO Art Talk Museum Tour (IN-PERSON)

    2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
     

    Tuesday, May 21st from 1:30 P.M – 3:00 P.M

    This is a one-hour guided tour of the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) with a hands on art making program for people living with dementia and their caregivers. The tour and art program is facilitated by an experienced AGO Docent and is assisted by Alzheimer Society of Toronto Staff and Volunteers.

    Please note: Your ticket will be valid for the rest of the day so please feel free to explore the museum after the guided tour.

    For parking and directions, please refer to this link: https://ago.ca/visit

    Contact Kristin Bartlett at 647-327-6542 or by email at Kbartlett@alz.to if you have any trouble signing up for this program.

     

    AGO Art Talk Museum Tour (IN-PERSON)2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
    21 May

    Open General Caregiver Support Group – 2658 Eglinton Ave. East

    2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00

    This in-person monthly caregiver support group will provide an opportunity for caregivers/partners of individuals living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

    Learning Objectives:
    – Opportunity to share feelings and insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
    – Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
    – Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
    – Receive information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

    Every third Tuesday of the month from 11:00am-12:30pm in-person at the AST Mid-Scarborough Hub. 

    Location: 2658 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough, ON, M1K 2S3 (attached to the Scarborough Center for Healthy Communities (SCHC) building). 

    If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to

    *Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) the Sunday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. We kindly ask that you only register for sessions you are most likely able to attend. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email.

    PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a formal Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

     

    Open General Caregiver Support Group – 2658 Eglinton Ave. East2024-03-28T21:18:03-04:00
    16 May

    Open Adult Child Caregiver Support Group – Zoom

    2024-03-28T21:18:02-04:00

    This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for care partners of a parent living with dementia to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience.

    Learning Objectives:
    – Opportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
    – Discuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for the person they are supporting (including stress, communication and responding to behaviours)
    – Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
    – Receive updated information about the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto

     

    Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30pm to 7:30pm online using Zoom.

    (Zoom information will be provided via email at least 24-48 hours prior to the date)

     
    If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to
    *Disclaimer: Registration is required and closes at midnight (12am) the Tuesday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. We kindly ask that you only register for sessions you are most likely able to attend. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email.

    PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a formal Healthcare Provider, please see program offerings: https://alz.to/courses-learning-programs/

     

    Open Adult Child Caregiver Support Group – Zoom2024-03-28T21:18:02-04:00
    16 May

    Making Strides – Spring in the West End

    2024-03-28T21:18:02-04:00
     
    Weekly on Thursdays, May 16 – June 20th 2024 (6-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

    May 16th, 23rd, 30th, June 6th, 13th & 20th 2024

    Making Strides – Spring 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 – Spring in the West End2024-03-28T21:18:02-04:00

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