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

23 Sep

Coping with Death and Grief (for Care Partners) – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:55-04:00

Losing someone who had dementia can be a unique and complex experience for those who cared for them.

This presentation will explore these issues, identify various approaches to grief, and suggest ways for care partners to cope with loss.

 

Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Coping with Death and Grief (for Care Partners) – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:55-04:00
20 Sep

EASE Session 3: Tips in Supporting People with Dementia (for Health Care Professionals) – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:55-04:00
 
The E.A.S.E program is a 4 session program developed for PSWs currently working with persons living with dementia. 
 
The program will engage PSWs in dementia education, giving practical tools to improve the level of care and support provided to persons living with dementia and the PSW – a real-life approach. PSW’s will leave each session with tools/ideas to use right away on the job.
 
NOTE: Each session is a stand-alone but can be taken in tandem. Registration is required for each session. Learners who complete all four sessions within a 1 year period (April-March) will be eligible for a certificate acknowledging their participation.
 
 
Dates:
Fridays, September 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th.
 
Time:
12pm – 1pm
 
 
Session 3 – Tips in Supporting People with Dementia
It is empowering to have a tool belt of resources at our fingertips. In this session we explore various methods we can use to provide a positive approach to interaction.
 
 
The presentation will be online via Zoom, and you will receive the Zoom link after you register.
 
EASE Session 3: Tips in Supporting People with Dementia (for Health Care Professionals) – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:55-04:00
19 Sep

Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) for Care Partners – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:54-04:00
 
This workshop is for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and/or care partners of people living with MCI. The focus of the session will be on providing an overview of MCI and the differences between normal aging, MCI and dementia.

Learning Objectives:

  • Increase knowledge of MCI and the differences between normal aging, MCI and dementia
  • Explore how MCI impacts individuals and families
  • Learn how to optimize cognitive health
  • Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community
 
This workshop will be presented online using Zoom.
 
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.

Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) for Care Partners – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:54-04:00
19 Sep

East End Friends -Sept (2658 Eglinton Ave E)

2024-07-15T21:16:53-04:00

Thursday Sept 19 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 -Sept (2658 Eglinton Ave E)2024-07-15T21:16:53-04:00
16 Sep

Enhancing Family Dynamics (for Care Partners) – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:50-04:00

This workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia. The focus of the session will be on exploring significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia and strategies for assisting families, building on strengths and resilience.
 
For Family and Friends of people living with dementia.
 

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify family dynamics and their effects on families
  • Explore significant sources of conflict for families dealing with dementia
  • Explore strategies for assisting families, building on strength and resilience
  • Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community
 
Workshop will be presented online via Zoom.
 
Registration is required to participate. 
Enhancing Family Dynamics (for Care Partners) – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:50-04:00
13 Sep

Making Strides – Autumn in the East End

2024-07-15T21:16:49-04:00
 
Weekly on Fridays, Sept 13th to Oct 18 2024 (6-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Making Strides – Autumn in the Eastend will be held at the Evergreen Brick works, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
 
Join us for an in-person 6-part walking series and enjoy activating your body in the beauty of nature.  Get your steps in and then enjoy a chat and a drink in the cafe – 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 Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau tadams-thibaudeau@alz.to or by phone at 647 456 6168
Making Strides – Autumn in the East End2024-07-15T21:16:49-04:00
13 Sep

EASE Session 2: Supporting Responsive Behaviours (for Health Care Professionals) – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:48-04:00
 
The E.A.S.E program is a 4 session program developed for PSWs currently working with persons living with dementia. 
 
The program will engage PSWs in dementia education, giving practical tools to improve the level of care and support provided to persons living with dementia and the PSW – a real-life approach. PSW’s will leave each session with tools/ideas to use right away-on the job.
 
NOTE: Each session is a stand-alone but can be taken in tandem. Registration is required for each session. Learners who complete all four sessions within a 1 year period (April-March) will be eligible for a certificate acknowledging their participation.
 
Dates:
Fridays, September 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th.
 
Time:
12pm – 1pm
 
 
Session 2 – Supporting Responsive Behaviours
Our life’s story can become our behaviors: how can a PLWDs past dictate how they present in the here and now?
 
 
The presentation will be online via Zoom, and you will receive the Zoom link after you register.
 
EASE Session 2: Supporting Responsive Behaviours (for Health Care Professionals) – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:48-04:00
12 Sep

Dementia Friendly Environments (for Health Care Professionals) – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:46-04:00
 
 
Learn how the symptoms of dementia can impact the way in which people engage and interact with their surrounding environment. This webinar will help to enhance your knowledge of what makes an environment dementia friendly, and review strategies that can be implemented to support a person living with dementia in the place where they live.
 
Workshop is for Health Care Professionals.
 
 
Online presentation using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the link.
 
Dementia Friendly Environments (for Health Care Professionals) – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:46-04:00
12 Sep

Making Strides – Autumn in the West End

2024-07-15T21:16:45-04:00
 
Weekly on Thursdays, Sept 12 to Oct 17 2024 (6-week series) from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Making Strides – Autumn 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 – Autumn in the West End2024-07-15T21:16:45-04:00
12 Sep

Learning to Live with Ambiguous Loss and Grief (for Care Partners) – Zoom

2024-07-15T21:16:44-04:00

Explore the concept of ambiguous loss, develop coping strategies and gain understanding of feelings of grief when caring for a person with dementia. 

For care partners of individuals living with dementia in mid-to-late stages.

 

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the concept of Ambiguous Loss
  • Recognize the uniqueness and complexity of Ambiguous Loss
  • Explore concepts for learning to live with Ambiguous Loss
  • Develop an understanding of supportive services in the community


Workshop will be presented using Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate.


Learning to Live with Ambiguous Loss and Grief (for Care Partners) – Zoom2024-07-15T21:16:44-04:00
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