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May 1, 2020
Open Webinar: Dementia and COVID-19: Strategies for Caregivers
ONLINE

online learning

This webinar will focus on providing caregivers with strategies to
providing care while in isolation. It will also highlight
important COVID-19 precautions and guidelines along with the
implications in caring for someone livin...
May 1, 2020 10:00 AM
May 4, 2020
Open Webinar: Loss and Grief
ONLINE

Ambiguous Loss

Explore the concept of ambiguous loss, develop coping stategies and
gain understanding of feelings of grief when caring for a person with
dementia.

Learning Objectives:

* Recognize the uniqeness and complexity of loss and gr...
May 4, 2020 12:00 PM
May 5, 2020
Open Wives Support Group
Providence Healthcare - Scotiabank Learning Centre RM B156

women talking

Location: Providence Healthcare
http://www.providence.on.ca/contact

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot

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May 5, 2020 9:30 AM
RSVP Finding Joy and Humour in Dementia Care - Online
ONLINE

workshop

This educational workshop is for care partners of individuals living
with dementia with a focus on looking at the lighter side of
caregiving.

Learning Objectives:

* Explore looking and living beyond the diagnosis
* Create opportun...
May 5, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Gentle Fitness with Jennifer - ONLINE
ONLINE

online excercise

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 ...
May 5, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Learning to Live with Ambiguous Loss - ONLINE
ONLINE

Workshop 5

For care partners of individuals living with dementia in mid-to-late
stages. Explore the concept of ambiguous loss, develop coping
strategies and gain understanding of feelings of grief when caring for
a person with dementia.

Lear...
May 5, 2020 10:00 AM
Open General Dementia Caregiver Support Group - ONLINE
Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Workshop 3

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8270

...
May 5, 2020 12:00 PM
RSVP Drop-In General Caregiver Support Group (ONLINE)
ONLINE

online learning

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...
May 5, 2020 1:00 PM
Open Vascular and Alzheimer Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Alzheimer Society of Toronto

MCI

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8271

This on...
May 5, 2020 5:00 PM
May 6, 2020
RSVP Family Dynamics and Dementia - Online
ONLINE

First Steps

This workshop is for care partners of individuals living with dementia.
The focus of the session will be on exploring significant sources of
conflict for families dealing with dementia and strategies for
assisting families, buildin...
May 6, 2020 10:00 AM
Open Next Steps - Supporting Daily Activities
ONLINE

Next Steps for Family and Friends is a learning series for care
partners of persons living with dementia.

About this Event

Join Alzheimer Society of Durham Region education staff on Zoom for the
4-part Next Steps series.

Each session will be...
May 6, 2020 10:00 AM
Recurring Orillia - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (First Wednesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 6, 2020 1:00 PM
Open Webinar: Long Distance Caregiving
ONLINE

online learning

For family caregivers caring from a distance.

Explore some of the unique challenges and issues that can arise when
caring from a distance, as well as identify the different ways
caregivers can provide support and be involved i...
May 6, 2020 1:00 PM
RSVP Mindfulness and Meditation (ONLINE)
ONLINE

Mindfulness

Join us for this online program!

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...
May 6, 2020 2:00 PM
May 11, 2020
Open Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Alzheimer Society of Toronto

Workshop 1

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8272

...
May 11, 2020 5:30 PM
May 12, 2020
RSVP Finding Joy and Humour in Dementia Care - Online
ONLINE

workshop

This educational workshop is for care partners of individuals living
with dementia with a focus on looking at the lighter side of
caregiving.

Learning Objectives:

* Explore looking and living beyond the diagnosis
* Create opportun...
May 12, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Gentle Fitness with Jennifer - ONLINE
ONLINE

online excercise

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 ...
May 12, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP 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...
May 12, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Drop-In General Caregiver Support Group (ONLINE)
ONLINE

online learning

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...
May 12, 2020 1:00 PM
May 13, 2020
RSVP Mindfulness and Meditation (ONLINE)
ONLINE

Mindfulness

Join us for this online program!

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...
May 13, 2020 2:00 PM
May 14, 2020
Recurring Music For Memories Sing A Long

This is a wonderful opportunity for Respite for caregivers.

The music offered is varied as we have x4 entertainers that we rotate
through.

To register, email Mari Vepsalainen at programs@alzking.com

May 14, 2020 2:00 PM
Open Adult Child Support Group
Providence Healthcare - Scotiabank Learning Centre RM B156

Workshop 5

Location: Providence Healthcare
http://www.providence.on.ca/contact

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes...
May 14, 2020 6:30 PM
May 15, 2020
RSVP Unpacking Denial in Dementia - ONLINE
ONLINE

Workshop 1

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.

Learning Objectives:

* Explore the concept ...
May 15, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Improv Workshop: Creatively Navigating the Dementia Journey - Online
ONLINE

Looking for a new way to communicate with your loved one living with
Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Have you wondered what it
would be like to try play acting or improvisation? This is your
chance!

Around the world people are using t...
May 15, 2020 2:00 PM
May 18, 2020
Recurring Alliston - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Monday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 18, 2020 11:00 AM
May 19, 2020
Recurring Barrie (Mornings) - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Tuesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 19, 2020 9:30 AM
Recurring Barrie - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Tuesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 19, 2020 9:30 AM
Open Spousal Support Group

women talking

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8282

This ongoing support group...
May 19, 2020 9:30 AM
Open Caregiver Support Group with Sarah Krieger

Please email Sarah at sarah.krieger@alzheimerhpe.ca for more
information about the Caregiver Support Group.

May 19, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Gentle Fitness with Jennifer - ONLINE
ONLINE

online excercise

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 ...
May 19, 2020 10:00 AM
Recurring Bradford - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Tuesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 19, 2020 11:00 AM
RSVP Drop-In General Caregiver Support Group (ONLINE)
ONLINE

online learning

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...
May 19, 2020 1:00 PM
RSVP Driving and Dementia - ONLINE
ONLINE

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This workshop discusses how dementia impacts a person’s ability
to drive safely, the current legislations related to driving and
dementia and action steps to take when a person with dementia can no
longer driv...
May 19, 2020 1:30 PM
Recurring Barrie (Evenings) - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Tuesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 19, 2020 7:00 PM
May 20, 2020
RSVP Mindfulness and Meditation (ONLINE)
ONLINE

Mindfulness

Join us for this online program!

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...
May 20, 2020 2:00 PM
May 21, 2020
RSVP Unpacking Denial in Dementia - ONLINE
ONLINE

Workshop 5



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.

Learning Objectives:

* Explore the conce...
May 21, 2020 10:00 AM
Open Women's Caregivers Support with Karen

Please email Karen.Partridge@Alzheimerhpe.ca for more information
about the Women's Caregiver Support Group.

May 21, 2020 10:00 AM
Open General Dementia Caregiver Support Group - ONLINE
ONLINE

Workshop 3

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8270

This ongoing monthly s...
May 21, 2020 1:00 PM
Recurring Music For Memories Sing A Long

This is a wonderful opportunity for Respite for caregivers.

The music offered is varied as we have x4 entertainers that we rotate
through.

To register, email Mari Vepsalainen at programs@alzking.com

May 21, 2020 2:00 PM
Recurring Stroud - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Thursday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 21, 2020 2:30 PM
Recurring Orillia - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Third Wednesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 21, 2020 7:00 PM
May 23, 2020
Open Monthly Mindfulness for Caregivers Group - ONLINE
ONLINE

Mindfulness

This support group is full, click here if you wish to be in the wait
list.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8285

This once a month group will offer family caregivers of person
with d...
May 23, 2020 10:00 AM
May 25, 2020
Open General Dementia Caregiver Support Group - ONLINE
ONLINE

Workshop 3

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8284

This ongoing monthly s...
May 25, 2020 10:00 AM
Open Spousal Support Group - ONLINE
ONLINE

women talking

We currently have a wait list for this support group, Click
here if you wish to be informed when a spot becomes available.

http://on.alz.to/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=8276

This ongoing suppor...
May 25, 2020 1:30 PM
Recurring Penetang - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Fourth Monday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 25, 2020 7:00 PM
May 26, 2020
RSVP Gentle Fitness with Jennifer - ONLINE
ONLINE

online excercise

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 ...
May 26, 2020 10:00 AM
RSVP Drop-In General Caregiver Support Group (ONLINE)
ONLINE

online learning

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...
May 26, 2020 1:00 PM
Open Webinar: Dementia 101
ONLINE

This workshop will provide family caregivers with 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
http://www.alze...
May 26, 2020 2:00 PM
Open Caregiver Support with Karen

Email Karen at Karen.Partridge@alzheimerhpe.ca



May 26, 2020 5:30 PM
May 27, 2020
Recurring Collingwood - Virtual Care Partner Support Group (Fourth Wednesday each month)
To join any of these support groups, please call our office at
705-722-1066 or email simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca.
simcoecounty@alzheimersociety.ca?subject=Register for Orillia Virtual
Care Partner Support Group

May 27, 2020 1:00 PM
RSVP Mindfulness and Meditation (ONLINE)
ONLINE

Mindfulness

Join us for this online program!

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...
May 27, 2020 2:00 PM
May 28, 2020
Recurring Music For Memories Sing A Long

This is a wonderful opportunity for Respite for caregivers.

The music offered is varied as we have x4 entertainers that we rotate
through.

To register, email Mari Vepsalainen at programs@alzking.com

May 28, 2020 2:00 PM

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