Online programming
Explore the most recent programs and services from the comfort of your own home.
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Below is a list of online programs and services you can participate in from the comfort of your home. Click here to learn more about in-person programs and services available in your area.
All sessions are hosted on Zoom. If you are new to using Zoom and need help before the session, you can find tips here.
Online education
Learn about dementia from anywhere by participating in one of our webinars or online workshops. You can attend a webinar live or watch a recording of it after the fact. Our online workshops are smaller groups with more discussion and are only available live. Learn more about our dementia education.
Webinar: Research connects: Lecanemab: Understanding its role as a disease-modifying therapy | Join Dr. Heather Cooke from our Research & Knowledge Mobilization team as she provides an overview of lecanemab, one of the disease-modifying therapies for early Alzheimer’s disease currently under review by Health Canada. Learn what it is, how it works and the health system adaptations required should it be approved for use in Canada. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, April 2 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Understanding and adapting to communication changes along the dementia journey | A person’s ability to communicate will change over the course of the dementia journey. Learn how different types of dementia affect communication and discuss strategies for adapting to and coping with these changes. For caregivers.
Wednesday, April 9 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Workshop: Working with the care team in long-term care | Caring for someone in long-term care brings a change in role for caregivers as the support team expands. Learn how to adjust your caregiving role and work effectively with the care team to ensure the person receives the care they need and you also feel supported. For caregivers.
Tuesday, April 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
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Webinar: Understanding behaviour changes | Explore various changes in behaviours caused by dementia and learn practical strategies for responding in supportive ways. For caregivers.
Wednesday, April 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Lived experience: A conversation about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) | In this panel discussion, families affected by dementia will share their personal experiences with dementia and talk about what led them to consider, or not consider, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD). Join us for a conversation about end-of-life decisions and the importance of the right to a dignified death. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, April 23 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Webinar: Mapping your journey: Stages and progression of dementia | While each dementia journey is unique, there are some signposts to the stages of dementia. Learn about what to expect as the disease progresses and how you can manage changes as they happen. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
Wednesday, April 30 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Coffee and Chat
We offer a social program to help you meet new people, engage in social activities and have fun. Learn more about the program.
When: Every second Thursday, 11 a.m. – noon.
Register: Call the First Link® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033.
Minds in Motion®
Discover our fitness and social program tailored for individuals with early-stage dementia, promoting wellness and connection. Weekly online groups are free to attend. Learn more about the program.
When:
- Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
- Fridays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Register: Call the First Link® Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033.
Online Support Groups
Join our virtual support groups for caregivers and connect with an online community that understands and supports you. Learn more about our support groups.
Discover our range of online support groups and find the community that’s right for you.
Online Campus
Our online campus is designed to deliver engaging, accessible and relevant education to people impacted by dementia through online e-learning courses.
An e-learning course is similar to an online workshop, where participants learn about dementia through videos, readings and interactive activities. The difference is an e-learning course can be taken anytime, anywhere you have access to an electronic device and internet connection, and at your own pace, because we understand that flexibility is important. Visit our online campus here.
For our in-person programming, click here.