Educational workshops are provided by our Counsellors and Education Coordinators on a regular basis on issues pertaining to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. These include workshops on the different stages of the disease, caregiver stress and coping strategies.
Please check our calendar of events for dates of workshops listed below.
Alzheimer Society Services: A Place to Begin
Have you ever wondered what the Alzheimer Society of Toronto can do for you? If so, please join us for
a general information session. The presentation includes an overview of Society services
(including counselling and referrals, support groups, education and information services), and provides
details on supportive agencies in the community. Everyone is welcome to attend.
If interested in participating, please contact Indra at 416-640-6307, or imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Alzheimer's 101
This workshop for family caregivers provides an overview of Alzheimer’s disease, coping
strategies and services in the community.
If interested in participating, please contact Indra at 416-640-6307, or
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Activities to do with Your Family Member
This workshop will help caregivers find effective activities for their family member. The goal is
to give practical ideas on how family members can spend quality time together by identifying and
drawing upon the person's remaining strengths.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Advance Care Planning
This educational session is for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and their
family caregivers.
Topics include:
- Advance care planning
- What is a Power of Attorney
- The role of a Substitute Decision-Maker
- Consent
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Art in the Moment: AGO Tour
A guided, interactive tour of the Art Gallery of Ontario for people in the early stages of dementia and
their family caregivers. Light refreshments are served following the tour.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Bringing Choices to Late-Stage Care
This workshop for family caregivers addresses the physical, social and ethical issues associated with
the late stages of Alzheimer's disease and also provides them with a model for decision-making.
Topics include:
- An overview of the end stage of Alzheimer's disease
- Goals and guiding principles
- Difficult decisions
- Caregiver coping
If interested in participating please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Care Essentials
This is a four-session workshop for family caregivers of people in the middle stage of dementia. It
includes an in-depth look at strategies for effective communication and skills to respond to behavioural
changes.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Care in the Later Stages: Quality of Life at the End of Life
for Persons with Dementia
This three-week series for family caregivers of people in the late stage of dementia discusses changes
in the late stage, approaching the End-of-Life, making difficult decisions during this stage, grief
and the need to take care of yourself.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Caregiver Retreat
This series of workshops for family caregivers will include:
- Time for mediation
- Using the arts as a mindfulness tool
- Sharing of caregiving experiences
No previous art or writing experience is required.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org
Caregiver Stress
A workshop to help family caregivers identify their sources of stress and develop coping strategies.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Dance Therapy
Dance/movement therapy is a person-centered holistic practice. It allows for the exploration of the
connection between mind and body as a creative outlet for self-expression. With the use of music and
rhythm we will explore movement in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Day-to-Day Life in Long-term Care
This workshop will help caregivers prepare and adjust to their family member entering a long-term care
facility. Topics include advocacy, adjustment strategies and caregiver coping.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Early Stage Workshop
This educational workshop for persons in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease and their family
members will focus on gaining an understanding of the progression of Alzheimer's disease and ways to
cope.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
First Steps
This four-session workshop is for people in the early stage of dementia and their family caregivers. It
explores issues such as:
- Assessing and managing day-to-day risks (such as driving, getting lost and money management)
- Advance Care Planning (preparing for a time when you are not able to make decisions about your care)
- Brain health and a detailed look at changes to the brain
- Identifying and managing stress
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Heads up for Healthier Brains
This workshop for persons in the early stages of dementia and their family members offers strategies
to keep the brain healthy and enhance wellness.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
The Journey Continues: Communication and Behaviour Strategies
This workshop is for family caregivers of individuals in the middle stages of Alzheimer's disease.
Topics include an overview of the middle stages of the disease, communication, understanding and
managing behaviour and available support.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307 or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org
Long Distance Caregiving
A workshop for family caregivers whose relative with dementia lives out of town. This workshop
will explore some of the unique challenges and issues that can arise when caring from a distance
and ways caregivers can provide support and be involved in the person's life.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org
Montessori Training for Families
This workshop for family caregivers will look at the Montessori method of creating and presenting
activities, which encourages persons with dementia to be as independent as possible.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Moving to Long-Term Care
This set of three educational workshops aims to give family caregivers an overview of issues
related to Long-term care. Family members may choose to attend any or all three sessions.
Session 1: Decisions and choices
Making the decision, caregiving options, benefits & limitations, and facility assessment.
Session 2: Applying to long-term care
A guest speaker from the CCAC will explain the process of application to long-term care.
Session 3: Adjustment and day to day life in long-term care
Helping caregivers prepare and adjust to their family member entering a long-term care facility,
including advocacy, adjustment strategies and caregiver coping.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Next Steps
This workshop is for family caregivers covering the following topics:
- Overview of dementia and the role of the family caregiver
- Changes in the brain and brain health
- Medications available
- Advance Care Planning
- Caregiver stress
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Nia
Nia draws from the disciplines of martial arts, dance and healing arts, connecting the body, mind,
emotions and spirit. The session is for family caregivers and people in the early stages of dementia
and is adapted and personalized to all levels of agility and fitness. Please wear
comfortable clothing.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Reducing Income Tax with the Disability Tax Credit and Medical Expense Tax Credit - NEW
The disability tax credit and medical expense tax credit can provide you with tax relief. Or if you
don't have any taxable income, the disability tax credit can be transferred to your spouse, common-law
partner or another supporting person. At this session, you will learn from a representative of the
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), including eligibility requirements and the steps you need to take to apply
for and complete the T2201 tax form.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org.
Rhythm and Relaxation
A group drumming program for family caregivers and people in the early stages of dementia.
Instruments are provided and no prior musical experience is required.
If interested in participating, please call 416-640-6307, or email
imoffett@alzheimertoronto.org
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