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Monthly Social Recreation Programs​

Effective April 1/2016 there is a fee for attending Social Recreation programs (those programs that are available on a regular monthly basis). The fees are $4.00 per session and are sold in bundles of 5 for $20.00 or 10 for $40.00.

Food for Thought

Food for Thought is a monthly cooking program delivered at the Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex office in the Sifton Family Foundation kitchen and at Strathroy Seasons Retirement Communities, where volunteers and clients come together to cook, socialize and dine with new friends.
Food for Thought program information here 

Time and Location Information 
2016 London and Strathroy sessions
2017 London sessions
2017 Strathroy sessions

This program is generously supported by the Sifton Family Foundation

Purls of Wisdom

Purls of Wisdom is a knitting therapy program where clients in early to mid-stage dementia and caregivers can experience the therapeutic‘flow’ or benefit of knitting. Studies show that cognitive recreational crafts like knitting benefit people by increasing concentration, calm anxieties and balance strong emotions. No knitting experience is necessary.

Purls of Wisdom program Information here

Time and Location Information
2016 Sessions
2016 Westmount Gardens sessions  
2017 Sessions

Seeds of Inspiration

Seeds of Inspiration is a monthly nature-based program for those in the early stage of ADOD. Together, clients and volunteers create interesting projects in a fun and relaxing environment.

Seeds of Inspiration program Information here

Time and Location Information
2016 Sessions
​2017 Sessions 

This program is generously supported by the Jack and Barbara Hay Foundation.

Easy Games and Cards

Easy Games and Cards is an easy and fun way to spend the afternoon playing cards and games, in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Easy Games and Cards program information here

Time and Location Information
2016 Sessions 
2017 Sessions

Artful Minds

Artful Minds is an art program where individuals in the early stages of ADOD create unique pieces of art while socializing in a group setting.

Artful Minds program information here 

Time and Location Information
2016 Sessions
2017 Sessions

View our short documentary of the Artful Minds Program

This program is generously supported by Mrs. Lorraine Shuttleworth

London Life Generation Link Living History Program

The London Life Generation Link Program pairs students and individuals who are experiencing memory challenges. Throughout the 10-week program, students and clients create a memory book consisting of a collection of pictures, mementoes and memories significant to the individual.  This unique program provides an opportunity to share experiences, and understanding across generations.

London Life Generation Link program information here 

2016 Time and Location info here

This program is supported by: 

 

INTRODUCING OUR NEW PROGRAM: Carpet Bowling

Our newest Social Recreation Program! A mix between carpet bowling and bocce ball, carpet ball will provide light exercise, social interaction and a morning of fun and friendly competition.

Carpet Bowling program information here 

 

Sessional Programs

Social Recreation Programs that are sessional (only available at certain times of the year for a specific time frame) are priced as listed below each program description.

The Intergenerational Choir Project

In partnership with the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Medway High School music program, ASLM is pleased to offer the Intergenerational Choir Program for those in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. Caregivers are welcome to participate. Choir director Kathy McNaughton will create a comfortable and fun atmosphere in which participants can share their love of music. Weekly rehearsals will culminate in an evening concert performance Thursday May 12 (7:00pm) for family and friends.

Intergenerational Choir Project program information here
2016 Time and Location info here

Fee: $40.00/session

NEW! Glencoe Intergenerational Choir Project

Glencoe Intergenerational Choir Project program information here
2016 Time and Location info for Glencoe here

 

View our short documentary on the IG Choir.  

This program is generously supported by Dr. M.L.Myers and Dr. Jennie Wells

Making Strides!

Making Strides! is available for both caregivers and those in the early to middle stages of dementia. Held at the Salvation Army (1340 Dundas St) the group will walk for 45 minutes followed by a social gathering with refreshments. Walkers have the option to use high tech walking poles or walk independantly.

Making Strides! program information here

Time and Location Information
2016 Sessions
2017 Sessions 

Fee: $30.00 per couple (or $15 per individual)

 

Minds in Motion

Minds in Motion® is a community-based social program that incorporates physical activity and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage signs of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and their care partners.

Minds in Motion program information here

Time and Location Information
2017 Sessions

Fee: $30.00 per person

For an overview of all our Social Recreation Programs click here.

To register for any of our Social Recreation Programs, contact our Intake Coordinator at 519-680-2404 or 

 

Click here to download the fee schedule of our social recreation programs and specialized programs