If your group is interested in a presentation, there are many topics to choose from. In addition, each presentation can be changed to suit the age and interest of your group. Some of the areas we cover include: A general overview of Alzheimer Disease and related dementias, effective communication strategies, caregiver coping and brain health. Please see our Calendar of Events page to view dates for upcoming sessions.

Understanding Dementia: Free Public Information Night
Our Public Information Night will separate the facts from the myths about Alzheimer Disease and memory loss. This session is open to anyone who would like to learn more about Alzheimer Disease or is concerned about their own memory loss. Information covered includes, an overview of what dementia is and how to distinguish it from normal memory loss; risk factors and the latest news on research and treatments. A question and answer period with Alzheimer Society staff will follow.

Awareness Month Lecture
Each January during Alzheimer Awareness Month, the Society offers a feature lecture open to the public. Experts in the area of Alzheimer Disease and related dementia deliver the presentations. In January 2010 Dr. Elizabeth Rochon from the Dept. of Speech and Language Pathology at University of Toronto gave a wonderful presentation highlighting the latest evidence and providing practical tips about Creating Successful Conversations with the Person with Dementia.

Heads Up for Healthier Brains
Find out how you can maintain or improve your brain health. These lifestyle changes may also help to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer Disease and related dementia.