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Free dementia workshops that range from educational, physical or social events and are carefully designed for your needs

5 Mar

Self Care Series for Frontline Healthcare Providers – Zoom

2023-11-28T20:18:47-05:00

This 4-session series explores the different issues Frontline Health Care Providers may experience when providing care to People Living with Dementia.  In this series of workshops, participants will receive information on a variety of self care topics in addition to learning tips and strategies on how to work better as a team with the aim of enhancing client care.

These workshops will be online using Zoom. Registration is required. 

 

Self-Care

Tuesday, December 12th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This session will discuss the concept of Self Care and the important role it plays in managing the day-to-day stress associated with a Health Care Professional’s occupation. 

Putting You First

Tuesday, January 9th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This session will follow a U-FIRST approach to enhancing your self awareness of your current well-being. It will also support your reflection for opportunities for creating better balance in your life. 

 

Navigating Difficult Conversations

Tuesday, February 13th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This presentation will address why some reactive behaviors may happen. We will discuss how hurtful or negative comments can affect us. We will review helpful strategies in building resilience for ourselves and ways to navigate these difficult conversations; increasing our sense of well-being.

 

Grief and Loss

Tuesday, March 5th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This session will cover the significant bonds that can be formed between a resident and Health Care Professional. It will also highlight the emotional impact that the death of a resident/patient can have on these individuals as a result of their connection.

 

CLICK HERE to register.

 

 

Self Care Series for Frontline Healthcare Providers – Zoom2023-11-28T20:18:47-05:00
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

Self Care Series for Frontline Healthcare Providers – Zoom

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

This 4-session series explores the different issues Frontline Health Care Providers may experience when providing care to People Living with Dementia.  In this series of workshops, participants will receive information on a variety of self care topics in addition to learning tips and strategies on how to work better as a team with the aim of enhancing client care.

These workshops will be online using Zoom. Registration is required. 

 

Self-Care

Tuesday, December 12th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This session will discuss the concept of Self Care and the important role it plays in managing the day-to-day stress associated with a Health Care Professional’s occupation. 

 

Putting You First

Tuesday, January 9th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This session will follow a U-FIRST approach to enhancing your self awareness of your current well-being. It will also support your reflection for opportunities for creating better balance in your life. 

 

Navigating Difficult Conversations

Tuesday, February 13th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This presentation will address why some reactive behaviors may happen. We will discuss how hurtful or negative comments can affect us. We will review helpful strategies in building resilience for ourselves and ways to navigate these difficult conversations; increasing our sense of well-being.

 

Grief and Loss

Tuesday, March 5th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

This session will cover the significant bonds that can be formed between a resident and Health Care Professional. It will also highlight the emotional impact that the death of a resident/patient can have on these individuals as a result of their connection.

 

CLICK HERE to register.

 

 

Self Care Series for Frontline Healthcare Providers – Zoom2023-11-28T20:18:38-05:00
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

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
6 Feb

Minds in Motion (Virtual)

2023-11-28T20:18:34-05:00


Minds in Motion® is an evidence-based program that includes physical activity, socialization, and mentally stimulating activities for people living with dementia and their care partners to participate in together. 
 
This program runs once a week for 8 weeks on Zoom.

Tuesdays from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM from February 6th – March 26th
February 6, 13, 20,27, March 5, 12, 19, 26

This is a great environment to establish new friendships with others who are living with similar experiences. Combining physical, mental, and social stimulation improves brain health and may slow the disease progression.

Minds in Motion (Virtual)2023-11-28T20:18:34-05:00
1 Feb

CARERS Program for Spouse/Partner (8 sessions) – In Person

2023-11-28T20:18:32-05:00

This 8-week online program is for spouses/partners of people with 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: Thursdays, February 1st to March 21st

Time: 10am to 12pm

Location: the group will be held in person at 20 Eglinton Avenue West, 16th Floor (Alzheimer Society of Toronto’s head office)

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

** 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 for Spouse/Partner (8 sessions) – In Person2023-11-28T20:18:32-05:00
30 Jan

Finding Joy and Humour in Dementia Care – Zoom

2023-11-28T20:18:30-05:00

This educational workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia with a focus on looking at the lighter side of caregiving.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explore looking and living beyond the diagnosis
  • Create opportunities for joy and look at the lighter side of caregiving
  • Evaluate the benefits of humour and having a positive outlook
  • Assess the strategies and approaches for incorporating joy and humour into caregiving

 

Workshop will be presented online using Zoom. Registration is required to participate. 


 

Finding Joy and Humour in Dementia Care – Zoom2023-11-28T20:18:30-05:00
25 Jan

JOURNEY: Joint Open Unapologetic Reflections to Nourish and Energize Yourself – Zoom

2023-11-28T20:18:27-05:00

This interactive 2 hour workshop will incorporate a U-First and P.I.E.C.E.S approach to help participants reflect on all aspects of their well-being. Through this guided reflection process, participants will identify opportunities for change and start creating a plan to attaining better balance in their lives.

Date and Time: Thursday, January 25th from 10:00am to 12:00pm

This workshop will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to participate.

 

JOURNEY: Joint Open Unapologetic Reflections to Nourish and Energize Yourself – Zoom2023-11-28T20:18:27-05:00
18 Jan

East End Friends -Jan (2658 Eglinton Ave E)

2023-11-28T20:18:23-05:00

Thursday January 18 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 -Jan (2658 Eglinton Ave E)2023-11-28T20:18:23-05:00
HEAD OFFICE

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

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

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

SATELLITE OFFICE

Mid-Scarborough Hub

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

Call for Appointment

CONTACT

Call: 416-322-6560

Fax: 416-322-6656

After Hours: Call 1-866-797-0000 (Telehealth Ontario)

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