Alzheimer Society Blog

The Michael Rossato-Bennett’s documentary, Alive Inside, was recently screened at the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema. The film follows the work of social worker Dan Cohen as he implements the iPod project across the United States through his non-profit organization, Music & Memory.   Inspired by the film and based on the evidence of the beneficial effects of music on people with dementia, the Alzheimer Society of Toronto launched its own Music and Memory: iPod project in 2013.The Society recognized a…

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This summer, the Alzheimer Society is encouraging everybody to get off the couch and get active, be social, eat right and challenge your brain. It’s the foundation of a healthy lifestyle, which benefits not only your body but your brain as well. They can help your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. But they also slow the progression of the disease for those who already have it. Have you heard of Minds in Motion®? It is a new Alzheimer…

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On July 20th, the Alzheimer Society was invited to the 4th annual Cruise for a Cure in King City to set up a booth and receive funds raised from the event. Thanks to Tim and Brenda for putting on this great day. It may have been a little damp, but attendance and spirits were still high.    

Imagine you were 15 years old and you had to help your mother shower and get dressed every morning. This is a reality for many teenagers who have a parent with early-onset dementia. On July 15 at the Madonna Catholic Secondary School, a group of grade nine girls gathered to learn about dementia from Esther Atemo, a public educator at the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. The goal was to help students walk away with more empathy towards people in their community…

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Every Thursday, the Alzheimer Society of Toronto is present at the Sip & Savour: Farm & Artisan Market. Located on Avenue Road at Roe Avenue, this market showcases and brings together the best locally grown and made products available. From fresh produce to maple syrup to baked organic bread, this market has what you need to make an impressive spread for dinner that night. Come check out what they have each week, and stop by to say hello to the…

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On June 20, the Alzheimer Society of Toronto held their annual Walk and Picnic in High Park for family caregivers and persons living with dementia. This event is always filled with fun, laughter and offers a safe space for families to enjoy the summer together. Take a look at the photographs below:                 For more information on how you can participate in programs in Toronto, please visit the events calendar

I welcome the efforts of support workers and staff to welcome and serve the LGBT communities. Of course, you have already been serving LGBT individuals since you started, but you may not have known it. We are part of every community and we are a diverse group: able-bodied and differently-abled, black and white, Canadian born and new comer, well educated and not, English and French. Our stories are unique and different form those of the mainstream. That’s why “We treat…

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I grew up in a small Northern Ontario town and at a very early age, I recognized racism and discrimination. I recognized the impact this has not only on Aboriginal people, but also on relationships between Aboriginal people and non-Aboriginals. So when I had the opportunity in my career to improve relations, that’s what I wanted to do. Health care is an area with huge impacts and I want to improve the experience of Aboriginal people in dealing with our…

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