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SUMMARY:TEACH Program (Training\, Education\, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home)
DESCRIPTION:The TEACH (Training\, Education\, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home) Program is a support group for unpaid caregivers of persons with dementia which consists of 4 weekly group sessions that are each 90 minutes long. \nLearning objectives: \n\nFocus on common caregiving themes including self-care\, healthcare system navigation\, relationship changes\, and future planning\nCoaches care partners in practical communication and coping skills\nProvides opportunity to share and learn from other care partners\n\nSession dates:\nFridays from 10:00am–11:30am\, May 8th to May 29th \n\nWeek 1 – May 8th\, 2026\nWeek 2 – May 15th\, 2026\nWeek 3 – May 22nd\, 2026\nWeek 4 – May 29th\, 2026\n\nPlease note\, participants are expected to commit to all 4 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you. \nIf registration is closed or this schedule does not work for you at this time\, you are encouraged to fill out the form on this webpage: https://alz.to/programs/support-services/enhancing-care-program/. Additionally\, you can check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here. \n  \nRegistration and an assessment are prerequisites. Registration closes on May 5th.An Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/teach-program-training-education-and-assistance-for-caregiving-at-home-14/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:May 13th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social: Ikebana Program \nMid-Town Social supports social wellness for people living with dementia and their care partners. In this session\, Aya Sugino and Keith Francis introduce Ikebana—the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging. \nIkebana\, meaning “the way of flowers\,” is a 500-year-old practice that emphasizes balance\, simplicity\, and mindfulness. Its focus on minimalism\, natural forms\, and connection to nature can support mental well-being\, making it a meaningful activity for those living with dementia and their care partners. \nAya Sugino (Sogetsu School) and Keith Francis (MA) will explore biophilia—our connection to nature—while demonstrating Ikebana. They will also explain its core elements: Shin\, Soe\, and Hikae\, representing heaven\, humanity\, and earth. A raffle for the Ikebana display will follow the session. \nAbout the Presenters\nAya Sugino is a certified Ikebana instructor with over 15 years of experience\, having taught widely and created installations for major cultural\, corporate\, and hospitality venues. \nKeith Francis is an interdisciplinary researcher specializing in design\, biophilia\, and dementia. His work focuses on the relationship between environment\, cognition\, and well-being\, and has been presented internationally. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-25/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260520T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260520T163000
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SUMMARY:The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
DESCRIPTION:The Community Connections Café is a welcoming space where people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners\, can come to connect with others and support their brain health while socializing. This is an opportunity to enjoy simple refreshments and make new friends in a Dementia Friendly Community Space. \nThe Community Connections Cafe focuses on social wellness for people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners. The program is informal with the intended atmosphere of a local coffee shop where participants can chat over a beverage\, do something creative\, or play a game. \n  \nEvery 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required for this program and closes at midnight (12am) the day prior to the event.\nPlease specify the number of guests attending when you register. You may register up to 3 persons per group.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-community-connections-cafe-yonge-and-eglinton-19/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T163000
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SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-63/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T150000
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SUMMARY:All Joking Aside\, Improv Workshop Series with Nigel Downer
DESCRIPTION:4-Week Series on Tuesdays from June 9th – 30th from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nJune 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th 2026 \nDid you know that you improvise everyday? Believe it! In Joking Aside: Improv …with Nigel\, we will take that very skill you already have and use it to creatively learn\, play – and most importantly – laugh. A bunch! Best part is – you don’t need to be funny. You just need to be in the moment. Yes\, and… this 4-part series workshop will include entry level games and exercises that expand the world of improv and open other ways for you to communicate with your family\, friends and peers. No Experience necessary. Positivity and an open mind\, a must. This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments\, no background in improv\, all are welcome. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/all-joking-aside-improv-workshop-series-with-nigel-downer-2/2026-06-09/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T170000
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SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:June 10th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-24/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T153000
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SUMMARY:Spousal CARERS Program
DESCRIPTION:This 8-week in-person program is for spousal care 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. Alzheimer Society of Durham Region made an excellent video that explains the program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaB0aHqBC98 \nGoals of the Program: \n\nEnhance practical skills for caregivers\nImprove caregivers’ coping and problem-solving skills\nEnhance caregivers’ confidence in dealing with challenges\nImprove caregivers’ social interaction and social support\n\nSession dates:\nThursdays from 1:30pm–3:30pm\, starting June 11th and ending July 30th. \n\nWeek 1 – June 11\, 2026\nWeek 2 – June 18\, 2026\nWeek 3 – June 25\, 2026\nWeek 4 – July 2\, 2026\nWeek 5 – July 9\, 2026\nWeek 6 – July 16\, 2026\nWeek 7 – July 23\, 2026\nWeek 8 – July 30\, 2026\n\nPlease note\, participants are expected to commit to all 8 sessions listed above. Kindly register only if these dates work for you.\nIf this schedule does not work for you at this time\, you are encouraged to check out our ongoing support groups that are available for registration month-to-month. See a list of upcoming support groups here. \n  \nScreening and an assessment are prerequisites for registration. Registration closes on Monday June 8\, 2026.\nAn Enhancing Care Clinician in the Social Work Department will contact you for your phone screening and assessment. Phone screenings usually take 10-15 minutes. Assessments can be done in-person or via Zoom and usually take 30-90 minutes. \n  \nIf you are interested in a future session\, please Click Here to fill in the expression of interest form.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/spousal-carers-program-4/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133209Z
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SUMMARY:Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers. \nGPA® Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associated with dementia. The GPA® curriculum will educate staff on how to use a person-centred\, compassionate and gentle persuasive approach and to respond respectfully\, with confidence and skill to responsive behaviour associated with dementia. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response\nApply emotional\, environmental\, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours\nDemonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk\n\n  \nDate and Time: \nMonday\, June 15th from 9:00am to 5:00pm\n(You must attend the full day to complete the training) \nCost: $87 \n  \nThis is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.\nAddress: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto   M4R 1K8\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required. [When registering\, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes\, we will reach out to you via email]\nRegistration deadline is Thursday\, June 11th\, 2026
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/gentle-persuasive-approaches-gpa-training-33/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certificate Program,Gentle Persuasive Approaches,Health Care Professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team at Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:education@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195447Z
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SUMMARY:All Joking Aside\, Improv Workshop Series with Nigel Downer
DESCRIPTION:4-Week Series on Tuesdays from June 9th – 30th from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nJune 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th 2026 \nDid you know that you improvise everyday? Believe it! In Joking Aside: Improv …with Nigel\, we will take that very skill you already have and use it to creatively learn\, play – and most importantly – laugh. A bunch! Best part is – you don’t need to be funny. You just need to be in the moment. Yes\, and… this 4-part series workshop will include entry level games and exercises that expand the world of improv and open other ways for you to communicate with your family\, friends and peers. No Experience necessary. Positivity and an open mind\, a must. This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments\, no background in improv\, all are welcome. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/all-joking-aside-improv-workshop-series-with-nigel-downer-2/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260204T195447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195447Z
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SUMMARY:All Joking Aside\, Improv Workshop Series with Nigel Downer
DESCRIPTION:4-Week Series on Tuesdays from June 9th – 30th from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nJune 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th 2026 \nDid you know that you improvise everyday? Believe it! In Joking Aside: Improv …with Nigel\, we will take that very skill you already have and use it to creatively learn\, play – and most importantly – laugh. A bunch! Best part is – you don’t need to be funny. You just need to be in the moment. Yes\, and… this 4-part series workshop will include entry level games and exercises that expand the world of improv and open other ways for you to communicate with your family\, friends and peers. No Experience necessary. Positivity and an open mind\, a must. This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments\, no background in improv\, all are welcome. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/all-joking-aside-improv-workshop-series-with-nigel-downer-2/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T163000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T150033Z
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SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-66/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T163000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260331T153108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T151506Z
UID:10004132-1782311400-1782318600@alz.to
SUMMARY:The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
DESCRIPTION:The Community Connections Café is a welcoming space where people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners\, can come to connect with others and support their brain health while socializing. This is an opportunity to enjoy simple refreshments and make new friends in a Dementia Friendly Community Space. \nThe Community Connections Cafe focuses on social wellness for people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners. The program is informal with the intended atmosphere of a local coffee shop where participants can chat over a beverage\, do something creative\, or play a game. \n  \nTime: 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required for this program and closes at midnight (12am) the day prior to the event.\nPlease specify the number of guests attending when you register. You may register up to 3 persons per group.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-community-connections-cafe-yonge-and-eglinton-20/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260630T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260204T195447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195447Z
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SUMMARY:All Joking Aside\, Improv Workshop Series with Nigel Downer
DESCRIPTION:4-Week Series on Tuesdays from June 9th – 30th from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nJune 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th 2026 \nDid you know that you improvise everyday? Believe it! In Joking Aside: Improv …with Nigel\, we will take that very skill you already have and use it to creatively learn\, play – and most importantly – laugh. A bunch! Best part is – you don’t need to be funny. You just need to be in the moment. Yes\, and… this 4-part series workshop will include entry level games and exercises that expand the world of improv and open other ways for you to communicate with your family\, friends and peers. No Experience necessary. Positivity and an open mind\, a must. This series is appropriate for people living with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairments\, no background in improv\, all are welcome. \nFor more information about this program\, please contact Kristin Bartlett or by phone at 416-389-6099
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/all-joking-aside-improv-workshop-series-with-nigel-downer-2/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260427T160334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T160441Z
UID:10004169-1783328400-1783357200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers. \nGPA® Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associated with dementia. The GPA® curriculum will educate staff on how to use a person-centred\, compassionate and gentle persuasive approach and to respond respectfully\, with confidence and skill to responsive behaviour associated with dementia. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response\nApply emotional\, environmental\, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours\nDemonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk\n\n  \nDate and Time: \nMonday\, July 6th from 9:00am to 5:00pm\n(You must attend the full day to complete the training) \nCost: $87 \n  \nThis is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.\nAddress: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto   M4R 1K8\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required. [When registering\, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes\, we will reach out to you via email]\nRegistration deadline is Thursday\, July 2nd\, 2026
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/gentle-persuasive-approaches-gpa-training-38/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certificate Program,Gentle Persuasive Approaches,Health Care Professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team at Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:education@alz.to
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260507T141042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T141042Z
UID:10004202-1783933200-1783962000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers. \nGPA® Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associated with dementia. The GPA® curriculum will educate staff on how to use a person-centred\, compassionate and gentle persuasive approach and to respond respectfully\, with confidence and skill to responsive behaviour associated with dementia. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain the relationship between the disease process and a person’s behaviour response\nApply emotional\, environmental\, and interpersonal communication strategies to prevent and diffuse responsive behaviours\nDemonstrate suitable and respectful techniques to use in situations of risk\n\n  \nDate and Time: \nMonday\, July 13th from 9:00am to 5:00pm\n(You must attend the full day to complete the training) \nCost: $87 \n  \nThis is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.\nAddress: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto   M4R 1K8\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required. [When registering\, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes\, we will reach out to you via email]\nRegistration deadline is Thursday\, July 9th\, 2026
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/gentle-persuasive-approaches-gpa-training-39/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certificate Program,Gentle Persuasive Approaches,Health Care Professionals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Palliative_Care800X600.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team at Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:education@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T163000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260502T154940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T155044Z
UID:10004199-1784125800-1784133000@alz.to
SUMMARY:The Community Connections Cafe – Yonge and Eglinton
DESCRIPTION:The Community Connections Café is a welcoming space where people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners\, can come to connect with others and support their brain health while socializing. This is an opportunity to enjoy simple refreshments and make new friends in a Dementia Friendly Community Space. \nThe Community Connections Cafe focuses on social wellness for people with memory loss or Dementia\, and their care partners. The program is informal with the intended atmosphere of a local coffee shop where participants can chat over a beverage\, do something creative\, or play a game. \n  \nEvery 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person at our AST Head Office\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required for this program and closes at midnight (12am) the day prior to the event.\nPlease specify the number of guests attending when you register. You may register up to 3 persons per group.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/the-community-connections-cafe-yonge-and-eglinton-21/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260427T163910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164050Z
UID:10004172-1784278800-1784304000@alz.to
SUMMARY:U-First!® (for Health Care Professionals)
DESCRIPTION:U-First!® for Health Care Professionals supports health care and other service providers who work with people living with dementia or other cognitive impairments. U-First!® builds on existing curriculum and encourages learners to make lifelong learning a goal. The vision is to provide every member of the care team with consistent education on key skills and best care practices. It sets the stage for common knowledge\, language for communicating with all members of the care team (including informal care partners)\, and a comprehensive approach to care. \nThis program is for personal support workers and other front-line health care workers (including dietary\, rehabilitation and social service staff\, activationists\, nurses\, and health care students). \nWe highly recommend that you take Dementia Foundations prior to registering to this course. \n\n  \nDate and Time: \nFriday\, July 17th\, 2026 from 9:00am to 4:00pm \nCost: $80 \n  \nThis is an In-Person workshop at our Alzheimer Society of Toronto head office.\nAddress: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \nRegistration is required. [When registering\, please ensure the email provided is one you have regular access to. In the unlikely event of cancellations or other changes\, we will reach out to you via email]\nRegistration deadline is Friday\, July 3rd\, 2026
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/u-first-for-health-care-professionals-12/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certificate Program,Health Care Professionals,U-First
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team at Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:education@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260502T154406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T154406Z
UID:10004197-1785335400-1785342600@alz.to
SUMMARY:General Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing monthly support group provides an opportunity for care partners of individuals diagnosed with OR suspected of having cognitive impairment to come together to support each other through the caregiving experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOpportunity to share insights with each other related to their personal caregiving experiences\nDiscuss and share different strategies regarding self-care and care for their family members (including stress\, communication and responding to behaviours)\nLearn about how others are adjusting to their own changing relationship\nReceive updated information about dementia and the services available at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto\n\n  \nEvery last Wednesday of the month from 2:30pm to 4:30pm In-person\nLocation: 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th Floor\, Toronto\n(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) \n  \n*Disclaimer: Registration for this group closes on the Monday prior to the session. Your registration for this session does not apply to future dates. Please check your junk/spam email box if you do not receive the registration confirmation email. If you’re having trouble registering\, please let us know by emailing: intake@alz.to \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS FOR INFORMAL CAREGIVERS/PARTNERS/FAMILY/FRIENDS. If you are a PAID Healthcare Provider\, please see program offerings here: https://alz.to/health-care-professionals/
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/general-caregiver-support-group-69/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204638Z
UID:10003767-1788973200-1788980400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:September 9th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-23/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204605Z
UID:10003768-1791997200-1792004400@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:October 14th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-22/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204519Z
UID:10003769-1794416400-1794423600@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:November 11th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-21/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204449Z
UID:10003770-1796835600-1796842800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:December 9th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-20/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204420Z
UID:10003771-1799859600-1799866800@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:January 13th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-19/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204352Z
UID:10003772-1802278800-1802286000@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:February 10th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-18/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270310T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270310T190000
DTSTAMP:20260507T103647
CREATED:20260129T204323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T204323Z
UID:10003773-1804698000-1804705200@alz.to
SUMMARY:Mid-Town Social
DESCRIPTION:March 10th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at AST located at 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor. \nMid-Town Social focuses on social wellness for people with Dementia and their care partners. In this series\, we create purposeful connections among people who are on similar journeys while engaging in a variety of engaging activities including art making\, games\, creative movement\, cooking\, meaningful conversations and more. The program is flexible and will be catered to the interests and needs of the group participants. Let’s come together\, break bread\, have a laugh and be creative together. \nFor more information please contact Kristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or call 416-389-6099.
URL:https://alz.to/calendar/mid-town-social-17/
LOCATION:Alzheimer Society of Toronto Head Office\, 20 Eglinton Ave West\, 16th floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4R 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://alz.to/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MidTown_Image_resized.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer Society of Toronto":MAILTO:info@alz.to
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