Learn effective coping strategies, stress management techniques,and navigating community resources in this free education series that meets you where ever you are in your caregiving journey. Virtual and in-person sessions are now available! Registration is required.Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care StrategiesTuesday, May 10th | 6:00pm-7:30pm (Virtual)Thursday, May 12th | 10:30am-12:00pm (Turner Park Library, […]
Join Sandra Hong from the Alzheimer Society Grey Bruce to learn more about what dementia is, develop some strategies for communicating effectively with your loved one with a diagnosis of dementia and understand how to adapt to the changes in your loved ones brain.
Learn how you can provide meaningful and stimulating activities for your loved one at home! We'll be discussing Teepa Snow's 'Positive Approach to Care'; strategies to promote independence, product resources and more! (Virtual program)Friday May 20, 2022 @ 12:00 - 1:00 pm
The COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for many but recent research suggests that the mental health and overall wellbeing of families of children on the autism spectrum have been disproportionally impacted by multiple waves of lockdowns across Canada. In this panel with researchers Dr. Vivian Lee (Carleton University) and Jonathan Weiss (York University), as well […]
This presentation will address:• Validation: What does it mean?• What to Validate• How to Validate• Why Validation WorkAlex Luby has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and is studying to become a Registered Psychotherapist. Through her clinical work and training Alex has witnessed the importance of validation and how it works.
As NIED celebrates our 10-year milestone as a leader fostering Awareness, Understanding & Action for Eating Disorders in Canada, this event will shine a light on how young adults can get involved in spreading awareness, understanding and action about Eating Disorders.We hope that the passion and commitment shown by so many young adults will continue […]
Reconnect, Regain & Reclaim CommunityJoin us for an exciting day designed for moms (birth, adoptive, expectant) raising a child/adult with special needs or abilities! We have speakers from:CSCN/Community LivingEaster Seals OntarioOntario Caregiver OrganizationCaregiver panel discussionThe event includes refreshments and a catered lunch.$50 early bird registration by May 20, 2022$60 regular registrationSaturday June 4, 2022 9:30am-3:30pmLife […]
Life after a stroke brings many challenges, as needs and circumstances are unique and personal to each stroke survivor and their caregivers. June is Stroke Awareness Month, and in collaboration with March of Dimes Canada, we will share information about the After Stroke program and available supports and services for caregivers. In addition, we will […]
Join the Centre for Living Organ Donation and the Kidney Foundation of Canada for our Caregiver Connections Webinar. Connect with a panel of caregivers supporting their loved ones as they journey through the world of kidney disease, dialysis and transplant. Join our fireside chat to hear caregivers share about how to prepare, mental health, organization, […]
The Geriatrics Institute Education Day is a continuing education program delivered in partnership with Sinai Health’s Healthy Ageing and Geriatrics Program, the University Health Network and a variety of community care partners across the GTA. Our program takes place each June and provides accessible and quality education for health, social and community care professionals and […]
Join Emilia Leslie, MSW, RSW from VON Stroke Services for an in-depth discussion about stroke, types of aphasia, communication strategies, resources and more. Registration is required. Email: renate.ahapov@von.ca or call (905) 523-1055 ext. 408Friday June 24, 202212:00-1:00 pm
Journal writing can be a form of self-care for caregivers at any stage of their caregiving journey. Donna Fitzgerald, a former caregiver, learned the value of writing and journaling to develop self-awareness. She will explain how journaling can enlighten and enrich our purpose and meaning. In this webinar, Donna will also share how journaling can […]
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