This month at the Alzheimer Society.

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Art Expressions

Niagara Region
Wed, May 1, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Offline

Art Expressions is a painting class for individuals living with dementia and their care partners - no experience required!

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LTC Series for Care Partners – Session 3: Resident's Rights

Niagara Region
Thu, May 2, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Online

This educational workshop aims to give care partners an overview of issues related to long-term care (LTC). The goal is for care partners to learn about how the decision for LTC could have an impact on them, understand the application process and to learn to cope with the transition.

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Thu, May 2, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Sole Mates Walking Group

Niagara Region
Fri, May 3, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Offline

The Sole Mates walking group will meet each Friday for outdoor walks in the community. Walking has so many benefits for our physical health but it is also good for our mental health, especially when we walk together!

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Women and Dementia

Niagara Region
Mon, May 6, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Online

This webinar will provide an overview of the prevalence of dementia among women and discuss some of the risk factors that impact women in particular.

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Mon, May 6, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Adult Child Support Group

Niagara Region
Tue, May 7, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Online

This 8 session support group explores the unique challenges faced by adults caring for a parent who is living with dementia.

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St. Catharines Support Group

Niagara Region
Wed, May 8, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Offline

This Time Limited 8-session biweekly support group will provide guidance and coping mechanisms according to the needs and interests of the group.

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Navigating and Advocacy Within Your Circle of Care

Niagara Region
Wed, May 8, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Online

As a family care partner navigating the healthcare system can be challenging and overwhelming. The right tools can help you enhance your relationships with the partners in your care journey.

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Dementia Overview for Health Care Providers

Niagara Region
Thu, May 9, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online

This presentation will discuss the difference between changes that come with normal aging and when something is not normal, reversible causes for these changes, and a general understanding of dementia.

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Thu, May 9, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Sole Mates Walking Group

Niagara Region
Fri, May 10, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Offline

The Sole Mates walking group will meet each Friday for outdoor walks in the community. Walking has so many benefits for our physical health but it is also good for our mental health, especially when we walk together!

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Mon, May 13, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Aging and the Senses

Niagara Region
Mon, May 13, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Online

This presentation will cover sensory changes that occur with aging, reflecting on what a person may experience physically as they age, and identifying issues related to activities of daily living and/or instrumental activities of daily living for aging clients/residents.

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Dementia Friendly Environments

Niagara Region
Tue, May 14, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Learn how the symptoms of dementia can impact the way in which people engage and interact with their surrounding environment.

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Power of Music

Niagara Region
16 May - 20 June 2024
Offline

Join us for the Power of Music program where we will reminisce to our favourite songs and participate in music-themed activities.

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Thu, May 16, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Communication for Health Care Providers

Niagara Region
Thu, May 16, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

This webinar will focus on providing participants with the knowledge of how communication can change over the course of the disease and ways to supportively communicate with a person living with dementia.

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Sole Mates Walking Group

Niagara Region
Fri, May 17, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Offline

The Sole Mates walking group will meet each Friday for outdoor walks in the community. Walking has so many benefits for our physical health but it is also good for our mental health, especially when we walk together!

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Kelseys Fundraising Night

Niagara Region
Tue, May 21, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Offline

Join us for our dinner fundraiser at Kelseys in St. Catharines in support of the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's!

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Adult Child Support Group

Niagara Region
Tue, May 21, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Online

This 8 session support group explores the unique challenges faced by adults caring for a parent who is living with dementia.

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St. Catharines Support Group

Niagara Region
Wed, May 22, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Offline

This Time Limited 8-session biweekly support group will provide guidance and coping mechanisms according to the needs and interests of the group.

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Art Expressions

Niagara Region
Wed, May 22, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Offline

Art Expressions is a painting class for individuals living with dementia and their care partners - no experience required!

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Communication for Care Partners

Niagara Region
Wed, May 22, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Online

Understand communication basics, recognize the impact dementia has on communication, and develop strategies to improve communication.

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Thu, May 23, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Sole Mates Walking Group

Niagara Region
Fri, May 24, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Offline

The Sole Mates walking group will meet each Friday for outdoor walks in the community. Walking has so many benefits for our physical health but it is also good for our mental health, especially when we walk together!

Learn more

IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's

Niagara Region
Sun, May 26, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Offline

In 2024, it is estimated that 11,751 people in Niagara are living with dementia. Make this symbolic walk with them on your own throughout the month of May or in-person with us at Brock University on May 26th

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Mon, May 27, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Free Haircuts for Care Partners

Niagara Region
Thu, May 30, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Offline

Our free haircuts for care partners returns! Join us on the last Thursday of each month. Spots are limited, so book your appointment today by calling us at 905-687-3914⁠

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Qigong Exercise

Niagara Region
Thu, May 30, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Online

Join us online for a gentle exercise class suitable for all persons living with dementia and care partners.

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Sole Mates Walking Group

Niagara Region
Fri, May 31, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Offline

The Sole Mates walking group will meet each Friday for outdoor walks in the community. Walking has so many benefits for our physical health but it is also good for our mental health, especially when we walk together!

Learn more