Open Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group (4:00pm to 5:30pm) – Zoom
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:05-04:00Learning Objectives:
- Interact with other group members caring for those with Lewy Body Dementia
- Become familiar with the specific type of dementia
- Opportunity for therapeutic support as well as education information
- Share experiences and concerns and receive support from the group facilitator and other group members
Every 2nd Thursday of the month from 4:00pm to 5:30pm online using Zoom
Open General Caregiver Support Group (1:30pm to 3:30pm) – Zoom
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:05-04:00This ongoing monthly support group provide 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
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 Sunday 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 (5:00pm to 7:00pm) – Zoom
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:04-04:00Learning 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 1st Tuesday of the month from 5:00pm to 7:00pm online using Zoom
If you’re having trouble registering, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to
Wives Support Group – Zoom
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:04-04:00This support group is full, Click here if you wish to be in the wait list.
In partnership with Providence, this ongoing support group will provide an opportunity for spousal care partners to come together to support each other through caregiving experience.
Participants will decide on the focus and direction of the group, and both practical and emotional needs will be explored.
Learning Objectives:
- Opportunity to share insights and experiences with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences
- Learn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship
- Receive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and in the community
In-Person Caregiver Support Group (2:30pm to 4:30pm) – 20 Eglinton Ave W
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:04-04:00This 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.
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/
Spousal Support Group – Zoom
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:03-04:00This 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.
Open General Caregiver Support Group (10:00 am to 12:00 pm)
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:03-04:00This 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
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/
2SLGBTQIA+ Caregiver Support Group – ONLINE
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:03-04:00The 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 4:30 pm using Zoom
Open General Caregiver Support Group (10:00am to 11:30am) – 2658 Eglinton Ave. East
Alzheimer Society of Toronto2024-07-27T20:26:02-04:00This 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/