Come and enjoy an hour of live music, provided by Justis! Justis is a Music Therapist with Miya Music Therapy. Join us for a Sing-A-Long with Justis and his guitar to popular oldies.
Mondays - November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 2:00 pm ...
The goal is to enhance your awareness of the risks of someone living with dementia going missing and some reasons why this may happen. Learn more about how you can help people with dementia live safely within the community and how t...
Join us for Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) online with Jennifer! Non-Impact Aerobics uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agi...
The Alzheimer Society of Toronto recognizes that during the COVID-19 pandemic caregivers are experiencing both ongoing and new challenges; this drop-in virtual support group provides an opportunity for unpaid care partners of indivi...
Explore the unique challenges of celebrating holidays and special occasions. Gain practical planning tips, including strategies to promote meaningful communication with person with dementia.
In this Therapeutic Chair Yoga 8-week series, participants will be guided through gentle chair yoga and learn mindfulness practices to enhance health and wellbeing. Discover simple tools that can improve mood and cognition, decrease s...
Drop-in to learn from other care partner's experiences, discuss topics relevant to caring for a loved one with dementia. Connect, learn more about the disease and have a safe place to share your experiences. You are not alone!
Drop-in to learn from other care partner's experiences, discuss topics relevant to caring for a loved one with dementia. Connect, learn more about the disease and have a safe place to share your experiences. You are not alone!
We will be doing the exercise portion of our Minds in Motion each session as well as some Trivia. The exercise is a mix of cardio, stretch and balance and is 45 minutes in length.
Every Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am until further notice....
Understanding Behaviours and Supportive Communication - ONLINE (for Care Partners)
ONLINE
Support Group
This workshop provides an overview of behaviours in dementia and communicating in a supportive manner. It will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how behaviours and communication can change over the course of t...
For readers who love the inspiration, humor, hope and real-life stories that come alive in Chicken Soup for the Soul books! Join Brent and fellow Book Club members as we read and review short stories through guided themed discussions.
Join us for Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) online with Jennifer! Non-Impact Aerobics uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agi...
Behavioural Support Training Program - zoom (2 Full Days ONLINE)
ONLINE
DCTP students
Programs Pre-Requisites:
* Completion of either the Dementia Care Training Program (DCTP, ODCTP, or zDCTP) or U-FIRST! within the past 3 years * Currently working with people living with dementia through professional, placemen...
Drop-In Mindfulness for Caregivers Support Group - ONLINE
Mindfulness
This once a month drop-in group will offer care partners (related to person living with dementia) a chance to learn and practice mindfulness techniques in an open and relaxed environment. The goal is to be focused on the present moment wh...
Dementia Care Training Program - Zoom (2 full days -ONLINE)
ONLINE
DCTP
PRE-REQUISITE: Must be a personal support worker or front-line health-care provider.
Increase your skills in caring for people with dementia by completing the Alzheimer Society of Toronto’s specialized Dementia Care Training Progra...