The Alzheimer Society of Toronto will be running a support group that will provide an opportunity for participants to share and learn with others in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Participants will decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs will be explored.

The support group meet every last Thursday of the month from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm using Zoom

The Alzheimer Society of Toronto will be running a support group that will provide an opportunity for participants to share and learn with others in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Participants will decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs will be explored.

The support group meet every last Thursday of the month from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm using Zoom

Topics for discussion will be tailored to group needs, and may include:

• Managing stress
• Ambiguous loss
• Anticipatory grief
• Guilt
• Family dynamics
• Self-care
• Understanding responsive behaviors
• Long-term care.

Dates and time: 4th Thursday every month, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am starting January 26th

This is an in-person support group.
For the safety of participants and our staff, we promote a mask friendly environment

This support group is full, Click here if you wish to be in the wait list.

This monthly support group will provide an opportunity for spousal caregivers to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. Group members will decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs will be explored.

• Share insights and experiences related to your personal caregiving experience
• Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationships
• Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.

The Alzheimer Society of Toronto will be running a support group that will provide an opportunity for personal caregivers to share and learn with other caregivers in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Participants will decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs will be explored.

The support group meets every third Thursday of the month from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm using Zoom

Click here if you wish to be in the interest list – You will receive a follow-up call from a social worker after you register for pre-screening.

• This monthly support group is for spouses/partners of individuals with young onset (before the age of 65). The session will be delivered via Zoom.

Learning objectives:
• Provides an opportunity for spouses/partners who are caring for someone diagnosed with Young Onset dementia to interact and learn form one another
• Receive therapeutic support and to provide coping strategies for caregiving
• Opportunity to share experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitator and other participantsmation about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and in the community

This monthly, drop-in support group provides an opportunity for spouses caring for a person living with dementia to come together and support each other through the caregiving experience. The goals of this group are to share personal feelings, increase healthy coping strategies, decrease isolation, and improve awareness of resources and supports in the community.

Topics for discussion will be tailored to group needs, but may include:
• Managing stress
• Ambiguous loss
• Guilt
• Family dynamics
• Self-care
• Understanding responsive behaviors
• Long-term care

Dates and time: 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.

Location: Scotiabank Learning Centre – Providence Healthcare (3276 St Clair Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1L 1W1).

Parking: Available on-site for 2.75/each ½ hour or 10.00 daily maximum.

Registration: NOT REQUIRED – Drop-in Format

Covid Procedures: A mask is required at all times during the support group. Food and drink are not allowed in the support group space. Individuals who do not comply with Covid procedures may be asked to leave the group by the facilitator.