Choir Music Therapy with Justis – Active Minds Club
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.
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...
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: 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.
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...
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...
The content of this solution-focused support group is driven by the participants, with an emphasis on the unique experiences and challenges of young carers (16 to 40 years old).
Enhance your knowledge of young onset dementia with an overview, the unique challenges faced by the person and their families and opportunities to support someone who is living with young onset dementia.
Music and History of Songs with Dorothy - Active Minds Club
ONLINE
guided tours
Come and enjoy an hour of live music, provided by Dorothy M. Davies! Dorothy is the founder of Cornerstone Music Therapy and is an accredited music therapist (MTA) with advanced training in neurologic music therapy. Songs vary fro...
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 45min in length.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Minds in Motion is a unique opportunity for persons living with dementia and their care partner to attend a program together, with benefits for all. Each class begins with some gentle group exercise followed by an engaging and stimulating social recrea...
Come and enjoy an hour of live music, provided by Emilio Zarris! Emilio is a musical and entertainment performer. Emilio accepts song requests and preferences for future sessions. To submit a song request, email Chantel...
Join us for chats and check in’s along with interactive PowerPoint games, provided by a Recreation Therapist. Chats and check ins vary according to the week while games vary between brain games.