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Events and Support Groups
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Events and Support Groups
Adult Children's Support Group
October 30, 2012 - December 18, 2012 / 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Are you caring for an aging parent with cognitive impairment or physical problems? Are you looking for the opportunity to share common experiences and get mutual support? The Adult Children's Support Group provides a place to discuss communication issues, stress and burnout, coping strategies and community supports. This group will occur every Tuesday at 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm from October 30th to December 18th 2012. It will be at 1300 steeles avenue west, unit 31. For more information or to register call: 416-635-2900, ext.499 or 905-738-1128, ext.323.
DEALING WITH STRESS
November 7, 2012 - December 12, 2012 / 6:00 - 7:30 pm
This group will address the management of stress including coping strategies, conflict resolution, health and relaxation, and other simple and effective techniques to combat the source and symptoms of stress. It takes place every Wednesday from Nov.7th to Dec. 12th 2012 at 6:00-7:30 pm. It is happening at the the Bernard Betel Centre's Music Room (1003 Steeles Avenue West).
For more information or to register please call: Revital Shuster at 416 635-2900, ex. 463 or Natalie Zabolotsky at 416 635-2900 ex. 498
Spousal Bereavement Group for ages 55+
January 29, 2013 - March 5, 2013 / 1:00 - 3:00 pm
This event will be held every Tuesday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on January 29th - March 5th, 2013.. This group will examine topics related to death, dying, myths of bereavement and moving forward. The group is Co-facilitated by Social Workers Anna Siciliano and Marisa Di Nardo. For more information or to register please call: The Circle of Care Call Centre at 416 635-2860. It will be held at Circle of Care located at 4211 Yonge Street, Suite 401.
Education and Support
Caregiving Best Practices Day for Professionals- March 4th, 2011
- Innovations in Dementia and Stroke Caregiving
1- "Rising Tide: The Impact of Dementia on Canadian Society"
2- "Effective Care for Family Caregivers: The Reitman Dementia Centre Approach"
4- "Caring for your Loved One: Enhancing Caregiver Capacity Through a Psycho-Educatinal Group"
5- "Informal Caregiver Stroke Self-Management Program"
- Leading Edge Best Practices in Caregiving- Concurrent Sessions
Session 1: Diverse Populations
7- "A Holistic Approach to Support Family Caregivers- Knowledge, Skills, Wellness and Support"
Session 2: Stress and Mental Health
10- "Justice and Mental Health"
Session 3: Creative Approaches
12- "Couples Group for Spouses of Individuals Diagnosed with Dementia"
13- "Recreation and Arts Based Programs for Caregivers"
- Incorporating Technology into Best Practices
15- "COACH at Home: An Ambient Assistive Living Technology for People with Dementia"
2010-2011 Seminars
Mar. 21, 2011 - Community Resources for Seniors and Family Caregivers
January 20, 2011 - Caring for yourself while caring for others
November 18, 2010 - Daily Money Management (part 2)
August 18, 2010 - Daily Money Management for Caregivers (part 1)
July-August, 2010 - Upcoming Events-Alzheimer Society of Toronto
June 27, 2010 - Movie "Ida's Dance Club"
June 16, 2010 - Seniors' Mental Health in Ontario
May 25, 2010 - Caregiver Stress and Burnout
April 27, 2010 - Communication and Caregivers
April 13 to June 1, 2010 - The Changing Relationship
March 23, 2010 - Demystifying Dementia with Sue Hart
March 25, 2010 - Live Well, Laugh Lots
February 25 to March 25, 2010 - Couples Support Group
Caregiver Support GroupsJan. 31 to Mar. 14, 2011 - Russian Speaking Caregiver Support Group
Last Wednesday of each month -Alumni Couples Group
