January 2022
A Healthy 2022 to You!
January represents new beginnings! AGI is here for you every step of the way. We encourage you to take part in our virtual activities and seek counselling should you
need guidance.

It's also Alzheimer’s Awareness Month! To mark this, we had the pleasure to introduce you to 5 speakers from different cities. With over 70 attendees per lecture, your participation helped spread awareness. Thank you!
Support for Caregivers
Winter Session Support Group
Adult Child - Wednesdays
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm biweekly
 
Early-Mid Stage Spousal - Thursdays
10:00 am -11:30 am biweekly
 
Later Stage Spousal - Tuesdays
10:30 am -12:00 pm biweekly

Register online, call or email us.
514-485-7233 | [email protected]
AGI’s Safety Net is back!
This mentorship program supports family caregivers throughout their experience caring for someone living with dementia.

Volunteer mentors are there to listen, support, help caregivers navigate the healthcare system and access important resources. We are currently recruiting mentors and mentees! 
 
If you would like more information about the program, contact AGI counsellor, Amanda Ruda at [email protected]
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Therapeutic Yoga for Caregivers
Weekly on Mondays
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Online via zoom

Register online, call or email us.
514-485-7233 | [email protected]
CREATIVE WORKSHOP:
Understanding Grief through Journaling
These workshops explore the topic of grief through journaling and other creative means. It's open to caregivers who have lost a loved one with dementia.
 
Weekly on Wednesdays
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free & online via zoom

Register online, call or email us.
514-485-7233 | [email protected]
Programs for People Living with Dementia
Dance Therapy - Get Moving!
This is a chance for you to learn new movements and let loose. Leading this class is dance therapist, Carol Jones.

New members are welcome! For people living with dementia and their caregiver to do together or individually.
 
Weekly on Tuesdays
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online via zoom

Register online, call or email us.
514-485-7233 | [email protected]
Community Outreach
Online Presentation: Activity Kits
AGI has partnered with The Pointe-Claire Library to make available for loan activity kits for adults living with cognitive impairment. 

Karin Derouaux, AGI counsellor and Art Therapist, will present the kits and explain their content and use as a tool for caregivers.

Free
Wednesday, January 26
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Deadline to register for online presentation: Wednesday, January 26 at 4 pm.
Bilingual question period.

Call: 514.630.1218, ext. 1630

If you would like an in-person demonstration, please make an appointment directly with the library.
Education and Training
Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month
The McGill University Research Centre for Studies in Aging’s Education Committee invites you to a discussion with MCSA Doctors, Affiliate and Associate Members, and Community Groups.

Online & Free
Tuesday, January 25
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Register online via Eventbrite - here

For questions, please email:
Call 514-761-6131, ext. 6308
Mark your calendar - February 3rd
Title: The Sensitive Topics of Intimacy & Dementia presented by Sylvia Davidson MSc; OT Reg. (Ont.)

This presentation aims to increase our comfort level when dealing with the sensitive relationship between intimacy and dementia.

Online & Free
Starting at 12:00 pm

Call or email us to register:
514-485-7233 | [email protected]
Made possible through the generosity of the Lassner Learning Centre and the Lindsay Memorial Foundation.
Office Hours
Monday to Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Charitable registration # 896090487RR0001


Alzheimer Groupe Inc (AGI) is a charitable organization that offers therapeutic programs to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Additionally, AGI provides support services to families and professional care partners, focusing on best practices in dementia care, while sensitizing the community at large through education and awareness.