Bring your needles and yarn and join fellow knitters as they work on their latest creations and share an appreciation for fibre art amongst an inclusive and friendly group. Facilitator, Dawn Juruc will encourage participants to &ld...
oin Yoga and Exercises with Jenn and Jen W. every Monday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning in March from 10:00 am to 11:00 ...
Music not only sounds good, but it uplifts our spirits. Come join Melisa as she takes you on a jazz inspired journey and sing along too. We will be enjoying musicians such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, and Etta James. Bring ...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning in March from 10:00 am to 11:00 ...
Music not only sounds good, but it uplifts our spirits. Come join Melisa as she takes you on a jazz inspired journey and sing along too. We will be enjoying musicians such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, and Etta James. Bring ...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning in March from 10:00 am to 11:00 ...
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
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...
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 45min in length.
Every Wednesday afternoon in March from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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 45min in length.
Every Wednesday afternoon in March from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Join the Alzheimer Society staff for Minds in Motion every Wednesday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
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 45min in length.
Every Wednesday afternoon in March from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
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 45min in length.
Every Wednesday afternoon in March from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Our Digital Literacy Clubs explore and explain relevant technology topics to help care partners shift to online/virtual health services and resources provided by Enhancing Care for Ontario Care Partners Program. This program b...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
Bring your needles, hooks and yarn and join like-minded individuals as they work on their latest creations and share an appreciation for fibre art amongst an inclusive and friendly group. Facilitator, Dawn Juruc will encourage partici...
Increase your skills in caring for people with dementia by completing the Alzheimer Society of Toronto’s specialized dementia care training program.
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Participants will explore ways of picture-making using coloured, painted, and printed papers as their medium. Themes will include images from the natural world, symmetrical designs, mosaics, paper weaving and more. These will be embe...
Participants will explore ways of picture-making using coloured, painted, and printed papers as their medium. Themes will include images from the natural world, symmetrical designs, mosaics, paper weaving and more. These will be embe...
Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) - ONLINE
ONLINE
YOD
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 deme...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
The Alzheimer Society of Toronto is pleased to announce a special guest presentation for the general public. There has been a lot happening the in the world of dementia research both with respect to understanding the various ...
Join the Alzheimer Society staff for Minds in Motion every Wednesday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
Learn how to create beautiful watercolours, step by step. Twice a week, participants will join artist Marjan Verstappen to practice and improve upon a range of simple watercolour techniques. This series is appropriate for learners at ...
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
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 * Be currently working with someone living with dementia
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...
Bring your needles, hooks and yarn and join like-minded individuals as they work on their latest creations and share an appreciation for fibre art amongst an inclusive and friendly group. Facilitator, Dawn Juruc will encourage partici...
Join us for a special online Spring concert featuring award-winning musicians, violinist Luanne Homzy and guitarist Tommy Davy. Together, Luanne and Tommy will perform a program featuring a mix of folk and classical mus...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Join Yoga and Exercises with Jenn and Jen W. every Monday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
Sing-Along to Your Favourites with Melisa - ONLINE
ONLINE
Melisa for ALP
Music not only sounds good, but it uplifts our spirits. In this Sing-Along program, participants will be singing to pre-requested favorite tunes. It will be a combination of live singing, musical background history of the reques...
Sing-Along to Your Favourites with Melisa - ONLINE
ONLINE
Melisa for ALP
Music not only sounds good, but it uplifts our spirits. In this Sing-Along program, participants will be singing to pre-requested favorite tunes. It will be a combination of live singing, musical background history of the reques...
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Training - ONLINE
ONLINE
Palliative Care
Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers.
GPA Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associa...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
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...
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...
Join the Alzheimer Society staff for Minds in Motion every Wednesday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
This workshop will provide care partners with an overview of Alzheimer's disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease.
Our Digital Literacy Clubs explore and explain relevant technology topics to help care partners shift to online/virtual health services and resources provided by Enhancing Care for Ontario Care Partners Program. This program b...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
Bring your needles, hooks and yarn and join like-minded individuals as they work on their latest creations and share an appreciation for fibre art amongst an inclusive and friendly group. Facilitator, Dawn Juruc will encourage partici...
End-of-Life Care: Workshop for Care Partners (ONLINE)
ONLINE
hands
This workshop is designed to help those caring for people living with dementia to better prepare and properly manage their loved one's care as they reach the end-of-life stage. The focus of the session will be on exploring concepts like ...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Join Yoga and Exercises with Jenn and Jen W. every Monday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
Webinar: Supporting Communication (for Care Partners)
ONLINE
online learning
This webinar will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how communication can change over the couse of the disease and ways to supportively communicate with a person living with dementia.
Webinar: Supporting Communication (for Care Partners)
ONLINE
online learning
This webinar will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how communication can change over the couse of the disease and ways to supportively communicate with a person living with dementia.
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
We will be taking tours of museums, galleries, and zoos from around the world. Galleries such as Van Gogh and the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Toronto Zoo are just some of the places we have visited.
Join the Alzheimer Society staff for Minds in Motion every Wednesday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
Webinar: Transitioning to Long Term Care - Adjusting to LTC
ONLINE
This set of two educational workshops aims to give care partners an overview of issues related to long-term care (LTC). The goal is for care partners to learn about how the decision for LTC could have an impact on them, understand the applicati...
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
Webinar: Transitioning to Long Term Care - Adjusting to LTC
ONLINE
This set of two educational workshops aims to give care partners an overview of issues related to long-term care (LTC). The goal is for care partners to learn about how the decision for LTC could have an impact on them, understand the applicati...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
Training, Education, and Assistance for Caregiving at Home (TEACH) - ONLINE
ONLINE
Support Group
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.
This once a month group will offer family caregivers of person 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
Bring your needles, hooks and yarn and join like-minded individuals as they work on their latest creations and share an appreciation for fibre art amongst an inclusive and friendly group. Facilitator, Dawn Juruc will encourage partici...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Join Yoga and Exercises with Jenn and Jen W. every Monday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
Webinar: Communication (for Healthcare Professionals
ONLINE
online learning
Recognize different ways in which communication occurs and explain how communication changes in a person with dementia. Learn about strategies that can support communication with a person with dementia and recognize the benefit...
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...
The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of denial and anosognosia, how it impacts persons with dementia and their care partners, and strategies for assisting families.
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...
The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of denial and anosognosia, how it impacts persons with dementia and their care partners, and strategies for assisting families.
Join the Alzheimer Society staff for Minds in Motion every Wednesday morning at 10am for a different activity... one that may get you moving, help you to learn something new, or simply have some fun and a good laugh!
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
Dementia 101: Overview of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia for General Public - ONLINE
ONLINE
workshop
This workshop will provide care partners, members of the general public, or professionals with an overview of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. It will focus on being aware of the signs and symptoms and the importance of early d...
The Boomers Club focuses on wellness for people with Early Onset Dementias (under age 65) and their care partners. In this online series, we will be creating informal connections among people who are on the same journey while engaging in a...
In collaboration with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Dancing with Parkinson's (DWP) hosts specifically curated dance classes for people living with dementia and their care partners and families.
Dementia 101: Overview of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia for General Public - ONLINE
ONLINE
workshop
This workshop will provide care partners, members of the general public, or professionals with an overview of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. It will focus on being aware of the signs and symptoms and the importance of early d...
The Boomers Club focuses on wellness for people with Early Onset Dementias (under age 65) and their care partners. In this online series, we will be creating informal connections among people who are on the same journey while engaging in a...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Non-Impact Aerobics (NIA) uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to all levels of agility and are suitable for individuals who want ...
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Training - ONLINE
ONLINE
Palliative Care
Training for personal support workers or front-line health-care providers.
GPA Basics is a 4 module evidence-based education session designed for team members who care for older adults who display responsive behaviours associa...
April 2021
