Programs and Events
Explore our upcoming events and learning opportunities to learn more and live well with dementia.
Understanding Dementia
This online presentation will inform you more about all types of dementia, the risk factors and treatments, and the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan’s community of support.
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm (CST)
Hosted over Zoom
Please register here
It features guest presenter Dr. Elizabeth Rhynold, a Geriatrician at Saskatoon City Hospital who supports patients and families after they are referred to the Geriatric Management and Evaluation Program in Saskatoon (GEM Program).
Learning Series
The Learning Series helps people with dementia, their families and friends to live as well as possible with the disease. The courses offered build upon each other to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of dementia, coping strategies, available resources and support. Participants have the opportunity to learn and share with others who are affected by dementia.
Options for Care
Virtual - Delivered via Zoom
February 19, 20, 26, & 27, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration deadline is February 14, 2025
Bereavement Series
Virtual - Delivered via Zoom
9 sessions - Mondays, February 24 - April 28, 2025
No class April 21, 2025
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Registration deadline is February 14, 2025
Care Essentials - Regina
In- person
March 4, 6, 11, & 13, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration deadline is February 25, 2025
Next Steps for Families
Virtual - Delivered via Zoom
March 4, 6, 11, & 13, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration deadline is February 27, 2025
First Steps - Saskatoon
In- person
March 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration deadline is February 28, 2025
For more information and to register, please call 1-877-949-4141
Participants are asked to attend all dates of each course.
For full information about our Learning Series, please visit our Learning Series page.
Minds in Motion®
Minds in Motion® is an evidence-based program that includes physical exercise, social and mind-stimulating activities for people living with early stage dementia to attend with a care partner.
Saskatoon
Tuesdays - In-person
January 28- April 1, 2025
1:30-3:30 pm
Saskatoon Field House - 2020 College Dr
Cost: $30 per participant / must register as a pair
Registration Code: FH1510-01
Thursdays - In-person
January 30- April 3, 2025
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Saskatoon Field House - 2020 College Dr
Cost: $30 per participant / must register as a pair
Registration Code: FH1510-02
Saskatoon registration opens Monday, December 2, 2024
To register, call 306-975-3354 (press 3 to speak to a customer service representative)
Regina
Thursdays - In-person (This session is now FULL.)
January 23 - March 27, 2025
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Northwest Leisure Centre - 1127 Arnason St
Cost: $30 +GST per participant/must register as a pair
Activity Number: 77915
To register, call 306-777-7529
Registration opens for Regina residents December 10, 2024; non-Regina residents December 12, 2024
Virtual
Mondays - Facilitated over Zoom
January 20- March 31, 2025
No class February 17
9:30 am – 11:00 am
Must register as a pair
There is no cost to attend Virtual Minds in Motion
Registration opens Monday, December 2, 2024
To register, please email: [email protected]
Or call 1-877-949-4141
To learn more, visit our Minds in Motion page.
Spotlight on Research
Thursday February 13, 2025
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Hosted over Zoom
Please click here or call Rebecca Snider at (306)-949-4141 to register for this online presentation.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan funds groundbreaking dementia research, the impact of those investments, and how they are transformed into evidence-informed programs and services that support families across Saskatchewan.
This event will showcase the journey from funding to impact, highlighting the innovation, collaboration, and generosity that drives research forward.
Dementia Friendly Communities Online Presentation
This presentation will help you understand what a dementia friendly community is and learn actions you can take in your community to make it more accessible and inclusive for people living with dementia.
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025
12:00pm (CST)
Hosted over Zoom
Register here!
Coffee and Chat
For people with dementia and their care partners. This is NOT a Support Group, but an opportunity for you to check in with each other. Make yourself comfortable, grab a cup of coffee or tea and join some of the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan staff and peers online to say ‘hello’ and let us know how you are doing.
We will be online via Zoom every Friday (except holidays) - 10:30-11:30 am. Click the following email to register to attend: [email protected]
Please note: Due to privacy and confidentiality, we will not be able to address personal client matters during the chat, but will be happy to connect you with a First Link Coordinator or Client Services Team Manager who will be able to support you.
Support Groups
The Alzheimer Society offers support groups for people with dementia and caregivers that can improve quality of life and the ability to cope with the challenges of the disease.
Evening of Education
Stay tuned for future event dates.
Recordings of previous Evenings of Education can be found on our YouTube channel here.
ABCs of Dementia Online Presentation
This presentation will help you become aware of the changes in Abilities, Behaviour, and Communication that can be caused by dementia.
Stay tuned for future presentation dates.
Risk Reduction Online Presentation
This presentation will get you thinking about how your lifestyle affects your brain health and go over 10 changes you can make to reduce your risk of dementia.
Stay tuned for future presentation dates.
Community Presentations
Stay tuned for future event dates.
Maintaining a Healthy and Safe Program Environment
If you are unwell and have symptoms including, but not limited to, coughing, sneezing, runny nose, sore throat and/or headache, please refrain from attending Alzheimer Society programs or events to reduce the spread of illness.
If you or a member of your household has a contagious disease, has tested positive for COVID-19, or you suspect you may have an illness, please do not attend Alzheimer Society programs or events.