This workshop is to help care partners identify theit sources of stress and develop coping strategies. The focus of the session will be on exploring the concept of resilience and ways to build care partner resilience.
Yoga & Exercise with Jenn & Jen #TogetherApart Club
Join the Alzheimer Society staff every 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!
Bracebridge Group - Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low
Please contact Lynda at 705-645-5621 or mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca for more information about Online Minds in Motion Sessions. mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca?subject=Register for Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low in Bracebridge
WindReach Farm will take us on a tour of the farm - we will be able to see the many animals they have on their property and learn more about harvesting, Horticulture and plants!
To register:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/windreach-farm-online-tour-and-c...
Overview of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia - 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 diagnos...
To join a Social Session, please contact Taryl Bougie at 705-795-6259 or email taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca. taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register
Grab a tea or coffee and join us daily for a 2 pm Happy Hour.
This social drop-in will be on Zoom and will provide an opportunity for people in our communities to experience social connections during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Huntsville Group - Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low
Please contact Lynda at 705-645-5621 or mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca for more information about Online Minds in Motion Sessions. mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca?subject=Register for Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low in Huntsville
Join the Alzheimer Society staff every 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!
Join us for a 1-hour online session of Gentle Fitness with Jennifer online.
This program uses easy to follow movements to build strength and flexibility while conditioning your body. The sessions are adapted and sensitive to ...
Gravenhurst Group - Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low
Please contact Lynda at 705-645-5621 or mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca for more information about Online Minds in Motion Sessions. mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca?subject=Register for Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low in Gravenhurst
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 i...
To join a Social Session, please contact Taryl Bougie at 705-795-6259 or email taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca. taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register
Grab a tea or coffee and join us daily for a 2 pm Happy Hour.
This social drop-in will be on Zoom and will provide an opportunity for people in our communities to experience social connections during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Webinar: Overview of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
ONLINE
online learning
This workshop will provide learners an overview of Alzheimer's disease focusing on the importance of early diagnosis and illustrates the progression of the disease.
To REGISTER: Go to our online learning site at www.alzeducat...
Online Q&A sessions with Public Education Coordinator, Shawna Torkoff (Tuesday)
Each online Zoom session will be unique and will address questions that have been sent via e-mail. If there is time, further open questions during the session will be offered. Even if you have not sent in a question, please feel free to join us!
Join the Alzheimer Society staff every 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!
Understanding Behaviours and Supportive Communication - ONLINE
ONLINE
workshop communication
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 co...
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.
City of Toronto Caregiver Strategy - Virtual Focus Groups
ONLINE
City of Toronto Caregiver Strategy – Virtual Focus Groups
Alzheimer Society Toronto (AST) is thrilled to be leading the work on the City of Toronto Caregiver Strategy. The strategy, one of 27 recommendations outlined in the Toronto Senio...
Parry Sound Group - Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low
Please contact Lynda at 705-645-5621 or mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca for more information about Online Minds in Motion Sessions. mim@alzheimermuskoka.ca?subject=Register for Online Minds in Motion with Lynda Low in Parry Sound
Grab a tea or coffee and join us daily for a 2 pm Happy Hour.
This social drop-in will be on Zoom and will provide an opportunity for people in our communities to experience social connections during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Caring for a loved one during the COVID-19 pandemic brings new challenges; by learning to be in full awareness of what is transpiring in the mind & body, one can shift the quality of all experience...
To take part in any of these education programs, please contact Erika Rice at 705-329-0909 ext. 3802 or email erice@alzheimersociety.ca. erice@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Q&A About Dementia - Ask an Education Coordinator
Rythmic exercise that stimulates circulation and improves mental and physical health all from the comfort of our chairs. Bring two paper or plastic plates to enhance the fun.
Occurs every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 10 am to 11 am
This workshop will help care partners of a person with dementia in mid-to-late stages to develop and participate in meaningful activities. The goal is to provide practical ideas on how participants can spend quality time together by...
Join the Alzheimer Society staff every 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 help healthcare professionals learn how to develop and participate in meaningful activities. The goal is to provide practical ideas on how participants can spend quality time together by identifying and drawing upon ...
In this ‘Painting What I See’ online arts series, participants will explore thematic collections of photographs as a source of inspiration for their individual painting projects.
To join a Social Session, please contact Taryl Bougie at 705-795-6259 or email taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca. taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register
This interactive presentation discusses the risk factors of dementia and how healthy lifestyle changes can help improve and maintain the health of the brain.
Learning Objectives:
* Understand some of the research findings on reducing the...
City of Toronto Caregiver Strategy - Virtual Focus Groups
ONLINE
City of Toronto Caregiver Strategy – Virtual Focus Groups
Alzheimer Society Toronto (AST) is thrilled to be leading the work on the City of Toronto Caregiver Strategy. The strategy, one of 27 recommendations outlined in the Toronto Senio...
Grab a tea or coffee and join us daily for a 2 pm Happy Hour.
This social drop-in will be on Zoom and will provide an opportunity for people in our communities to experience social connections during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Online Q&A sessions with Public Education Coordinator, Shawna Torkoff (Friday)
Each online Zoom session will be unique and will address questions that have been sent via e-mail. If there is time, further open questions during the session will be offered. Even if you have not sent in a question, please feel free to join us!
To join a Social Session, please contact Taryl Bougie at 705-795-6259 or email taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca. taryl.bougie@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register
Join the Alzheimer Society staff every 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!
Grab a tea or coffee and join us daily for a 2 pm Happy Hour.
This social drop-in will be on Zoom and will provide an opportunity for people in our communities to experience social connections during the COVID-19 outbreak.