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Creating Partnerships in Dementia
Learn how to plan & implement forums specifically designed by & for
persons with early-stage dementia
& their family partners in care.
Presented by:
MAREP (Murray Alzheimer Research & Education Program,
Alzheimer Society of Canada, Alzheimer Society of Ontario,
DASNI (Dementia Advocacy and Support Network International)
Topic:
A Changing Melody Toolkit Workshop
Speaker:
Dr Richard Taylor
When:
Friday, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. November 14, 2008
Where:
89 Chestnut Conference Centre (Dundas St W & Chestnut)
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 519-888-4567 ext. 36880
5thA Changing Melody
Presented by:
MAREP (Murray Alzheimer Research & Education Program,
Alzheimer Society of Canada, Alzheimer Society of Ontario,
DASNI (Dementia Advocacy and Support Network International)
Topic:
Joining Forces: Building Supportive Dementia Communities
When:
Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. November 15, 2008
Where:
89 Chestnut Conference Centre (Dundas St W & Chestnut)
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 519-888-4567 ext. 36880
NOTE: For support groups for persons with dementia please see:
Services - Support Groups for Persons with Dementia
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Focus Group
Aging at Home
Focus group engaging caregivers and seniors in discussion on innovative services required
to enable seniors to remain in their own homes for as long as they wish
Presented by:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto on behalf of the Central Local Health Integration Network
When:
Monday, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. September 15, 2008
Where:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Yonge & Eglinton).
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 416-322-6560
Public Displays
Alzheimer Toronto @ Metro Toronto Reference Library
Public Display in the Lobby, Metro Toronto Reference Library
Alzheimer Toronto staff will be available to answer questions, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
When:
Monday to Friday November 10 to 14, 2008
Public Display in the 3rd floor Health & Wellness Area, Metro Toronto Reference Library
When:
Monday to Friday November 17 to 28, 2008
Where:
Metro Toronto Reference Library (Yonge & Bloor).
Support Groups
Frontotemporal Dementia Support Group
Frequency:
once a month.
Where:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Yonge & Eglinton).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-322-6560
Pre-registration is required
Lewy Body Support Group
Frequency:
once a month.
Where:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Yonge & Eglinton).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-322-6560
Pre-registration is required
Vascular Dementia Support Group
Frequency:
once a month.
Where:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Yonge & Eglinton).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-322-6560
Pre-registration is required
NOTE: For additional family support groups please see:
Services - Support Groups for Caregivers
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Workshops
Alzheimer's Disease: Important Issues
Presented by:
Alzhiemer Society of Toronto
Topic:
Alzheimer's Disease: Understanding the Connection between the Brain and Behaviour
When:
Wednesday, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. October 15, 2008
Topic:
Heads Up for Healthier Brains
When:
Wednesday, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. October 22, 2008
Topic:
Caregiver Stress and Supports
When:
Wednesday, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. October 29, 2008
Where:
Upstairs@Loblaws - Victoria Park Market (Musgrave & Victoria Park).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-285-3666 ext. 3810
The Journey Continues
Topics:
The Middle Stage of AD, Communication, Responsive Behaviours (Agitation, Wandering)
When:
Thursday, 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. September 4, 2008
Where:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Yonge & Eglinton).
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 416-322-6560
Summer/Fall Education Sessions
Presented by:
Scotiabank Learning Centre, Providence Community Centre
Topic:
Osteoporosis
When:
Thursday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. September 11, 2008
Topic:
Care Choices in Late Dementia
When:
Thursday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. October 23, 2008
Where:
Providence Community Centre (St Clair E & Warden).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-285-3666 ext. 3810
NYSC Open House Week Activities
Presented by:
North York Seniors Centre.
Where:
NYSC Active Living Centre. (Finch & Yonge)
See Map.
Referral Source Networking
meet with NYSC staff and other referral services in the community
Guest Speakers:
Lisa Manuel (Family Service Toronto) - Approaching the Subject of Abuse
Sue Lantz (Central LHIN) - Doorwasy to Care Model
When:
Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. September 23, 2008
To Register Please Call: 416-225-1231 ext. 28
Active Living Fair
meet community based exhibitors for one-on-one consultations and demonstrations
When:
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. September 25, 2008
For more information please call: 416-733-4111
Taking Care of the Caregivers
network with other caregivers and health care professionals
Guest Speakers:
Randi Fine (OPMHAN) - Understanding Depression
Therese Lawlor (Psycho Geriatric Consultant) - Navigating Community Resources
Sharon Gold (NYSC) - Caregiver Toolkit
When:
Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. September 26, 2008
To Register Please Call: 416-225-1231 ext. 28
Placement Series
Presented by:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto.
Topic:
Decisions and Choices
When:
Tuesdays, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. October 7, 2008
Topic:
Procedure and Adjustment
When:
Tuesdays, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. October 14, 2008
Topic:
Patient's Rights in Long Term Care
When:
Tuesdays, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. October 21, 2008
Where:
Anne Johnston Health Station.
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 416-322-6560
Where to Begin
Topics:
Nature of Alzheimer's disease, Supports available
When:
Tuesday, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. September 16, 2008
Where:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto (Yonge & Eglinton). See Map.
Please Note Special Location for October Session:
When: Thursday, 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. October 16, 2008
Where:
Toronto Central CCAC. West Community Office. (Bloor & Keele). See Map.
To Register Please Call: 416-322-6560
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Certificate Training Program for Personal Support Workers
Presented by:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto
Topics:
Overview of Alzheimer's Disease, Communication Skills, Responsive Behaviour,
Working with Families, Aging Simulation, Meaningful Activities
When:
Thursdays, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. September 11, 18, 25, 2008
Where:
Toronto Central CCAC, West Community Office (Bloor St W & Keele St).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-322-6560
PLEASE NOTE: Participants are required to attend ALL 3 Sessions
Seniors Mental Health Service Workshop
Presented by:
West Park Healthcare Centre
Topic:
When Hoarding Causes Suffering: What Works
When:
Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. September 19, 2008
Where:
Assembly Hall, Etobiocoke (Kipling & Lake Shore Blvd W).
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-243-3600 ext. 4524
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Alzheimer's Disease: Treatment and Management of Care
Presented by:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto.
Speaker:
Dr Joel Maser
When:
Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. September 3, 2008
Where:
Real Canadian Superstore. (Brimley Rd & Progress Ave)
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 416-322-6560
Andreae Alzheimer Lecture
Presented by:
Alzheimer Society of Toronto
Topic:
Mild Cognitive Impairment: Where Are We Now?
Speaker:
Dr Ronald C Petersen, PhD, M.D.
Professor of Neurology - Cora Kanow Professor of Alzheimer's Disease Research
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
(Dr Petersen was Physician to President Ronald Reagan)
When:
Monday, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. September 8, 2008
Preceeded by Alzheimer Society of Toronto's Annual General Meeting 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where:
George Ignatieff Theatre - Trinity College (Devonshire & Hoskin Ave)
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-322-6560
Registration Deadline:
September 3, 2008
A Changing Melody
5th and Final year of the national forum, future forums will be held on a regional level.
Presented by:
MAREP (Murray Alzheimer Research & Education Program,
Alzheimer Society of Canada, Alzheimer Society of Ontario,
DASNI (Dementia Advocacy and Support Network International)
Topic:
Joining Forces: Building Supportive Dementia Communities
When:
Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. November 15, 2008
Where:
89 Chestnut Conference Centre (Dundas St W & Chestnut)
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 519-888-4567 ext. 36880
Creating Partnerships in Dementia
Learn how to plan & implement forums specifically designed by & for
persons with early-stage dementia
& their family partners in care.
Presented by:
MAREP (Murray Alzheimer Research & Education Program,
Alzheimer Society of Canada, Alzheimer Society of Ontario,
DASNI (Dementia Advocacy and Support Network International)
Topic:
A Changing Melody Toolkit Workshop
Speaker:
Dr Richard Taylor
When:
Friday, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. November 14, 2008
Where:
89 Chestnut Conference Centre (Dundas St W & Chestnut)
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 519-888-4567 ext. 36880
KLARU Conference (Kunin-Lunenfeld Applied Research Unit)
8th Annual Conference.
Presented by:
Baycrest
Topic:
Connecting Research and Clinical Care: Improving Patient Safety in Long-Term
Care Settings
When:
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. October 17, 2008
Where:
Holiday Inn, Yorkdale (Dufferin & 401)
See Map.
To Register Please Call:
416-785-2500 ext. 2363
Toronto Geriatric Mental Health Conference
2nd Biannual Conference.
Presented by:
Mental Health Service, St Michael's Hospital
Division of Geriatric Psychiatry, University of Toronto
Geriatric Mental Health Program, CAMH
Topic:
Behavioural & Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) and Late-Life Depression
(LLD): Translating Knowledge into Practice
When:
Friday October 24, 2008
Where:
89 Chestnut Conference Centre (Dundas St W & Chestnut)
See Map.
To Register Please Call: 416-864-6060 ext. 6481
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