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Alzheimer Society of York Region

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The Alzheimer Society of York Region's mission is to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias through sharing of information, stories and events, changing the stigma associated with a dementia diagnosis.

10/27/2026

💡Happy Tip Tuesday!

Today's Tip: Whether you are celebrating or not, Halloween traditions, decorations, and excitement can be overwhelming or frightening to people living with dementia. Here are a few ways you can mark the holiday in a more dementia-friendly way:
🍂Swap the scary or loud Halloween decor for neutral seasonal decorations. This still creates a festive atmosphere without causing overwhelm.
🍂If you want to partake in Halloween festivities, consider activities that can be relaxing. Some ideas include reading a seasonal book together, doing a craft, or listening to some music.
🍂Have a plan for how you will manage trick-or-treating. If the person living with dementia wants to interact with trick-or-treaters by handing out candy, make sure there is a familiar person present to assist. If you'd like to minimize disruption caused by trick-or-treaters, consider leaving a bowl of treats outside with a note instructing to take one.

To learn more about dementia and the Alzheimer Society of York Region, visit https://alzheimer.ca/york/en

Stay tuned every Tuesday for more tips to come.

10/26/2026

Did you know that we have a monthly programming newsletter?

Subscribing to AS York Connections is easy and helps keep you up to date on upcoming programs, services, events, and opportunities for people living with dementia and their caregivers each month.

Subscribe here: https://alzheimer.ca/york/en/whats-happening/e-newsletter

10/24/2026

Register for Tai Chi, an in-person active living series.

DATE: Thursday, November 5 (8-Week Series)
TIME: 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
LOCATION: Markham Wesley Centre
22 Esna Park Drive, Markham
COST: $10 per couple, cash only

To register for Tai Chi, contact Josh: [email protected]

10/23/2026

Join us for a FREE Communication and Behaviour Webinar. Learn how to adapt communication skills to help support, understand, and connect with individuals living with dementia.

DATE: Tuesday, November 3
TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Online
COST: Free
Registration Required

To register: https://bit.ly/47z1n0T

10/20/2026

💡Happy Tip Tuesday!

Today's Tip: It is common for a person living with dementia to have a number of people regularly involved in their support or visiting them. A visitor guest book can be used to help keep track of who has come to visit in the home and how that visit was spent. Keep an inexpensive notebook or journal in an easily accessible location, and have each visitor record the date of visit, their name, how the time was spent, and when they will next return. Be as creative as you'd like with how this information is recorded so that it can be enjoyed by the person living with dementia as much as possible.

To learn more about dementia and the Alzheimer Society of York Region, visit https://alzheimer.ca/york/en

Stay tuned every Tuesday for more tips to come.

10/13/2026

💡Happy Tip Tuesday!

Today's Tip: Late-day confusion (sometimes called "sundowning") can be common among people living with dementia. As autumn progresses and daylight hours continue to shorten, this can cause increased disruptions in routine and behaviour.

There are strategies to help respond to or mitigate late-day confusion, including:
🔵Discouraging napping or keeping naps short
🔵Scheduling calming activities when agitation usually occurs
🔵Providing adequate lighting to help the person identify objects and people
🔵Providing items of comfort, such as a favourite pillow or blanket
🔵Providing reassurance and reminiscing as a distraction

To learn more about dementia and the Alzheimer Society of York Region, visit https://alzheimer.ca/york/en

Stay tuned every Tuesday for more tips to come.

10/09/2026

When a dementia diagnosis becomes part of a family’s life, making connections becomes a lifeline – bringing comfort, support and knowledge.

Every day, families reach out to the Alzheimer Society of York Region (AS York) feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and alone. And for 40 years, AS York has been here offering education, programs and support that ease the dementia journey.

As we mark this milestone anniversary, we wish to extend our deepest gratitude to our community for their continued care and connection. Thank you.

10/06/2026

💡Happy Tip Tuesday!

Today's Tip: If you are planning a special gathering or celebration for the upcoming holiday weekend, it is important to consider how you will include the person living with dementia in a meaningful way. While this will look different for each person, some common ideas include:
🔵Engaging them in preparation activities - preparing food, making cards or decorations, tidying, etc.
🔵Have a designated quiet space where the person can take a break or interact with fewer people at once.
🔵Host gatherings in familiar locations to help avoid confusion and overwhelm.
🔵Identify activities that everyone can engage in, such as looking at old photographs, singing favourite songs, etc.

To learn more about dementia and the Alzheimer Society of York Region, visit https://alzheimer.ca/york/en

Stay tuned every Tuesday for more tips to come.

10/02/2026

Thank you to our Golf2Remember sponsors!

You brought connection, fun, and meaningful moments to our golfers throughout the day. We are sincerely grateful for your ongoing commitment to people living with dementia and their care partners in our Toronto and York Region communities.

🏌️Thank you to our Golf Cart Sponsor!
Integracare

⛳Thank you to our Hole Sponsors!
Amica Senior Lifestyles
The FBI Group
FoundationBTS
The Globe and Mail
Home Instead
Masters Insurance
McKesson
Pace Consulting
Qualicare
Sagecare

10/01/2026

On September 22, Dave and Kim joined us at Golf2Remember as tournament ambassadors, graciously sharing their story of dementia. An avid golfer himself, Dave also enjoyed a day out on the course with his son, offering kindness and joy to others he met along the way.

Dave and Kim - we are profoundly grateful for your openness, generosity, and commitment as client ambassadors. Thank you for sharing your story, and welcoming our community into your experience.

Address

2-240 Edward Street
Aurora, ON
L4G3S9

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	7am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19057263477

Website

http://www.alzheimer-york.com/

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