Join us as we launch our new video, “Making Your Home… Dementia Friendly” to mark World Alzheimer’s Day 2022. Then, hear from Sue and Chris, “experts by experience”, who have been adapting their home and daily activities from a safety lens since Sue’s diagnosis of young onset dementia. Tammy Bentley, an occupational therapist (OT), will […]
Register for our free six-week virtual learning series. Improve your skills, knowledge, and confidence as a family member or friend caregiver. RESOURCES designed by caregivers and health care experts. Caregiving Strategies Topics: Caring for the Caregiver Pain Staying Active Nutrition Bladder Health Medication Management Changes in thinking (Delirium) Social Engagement Our Expert Facilitators: Maurine Pauzen, […]
A free caregiver education series where you'll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. This is a 3 session virtual series, running through the month of September. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies (September 13 10:30-12:00 or September 15 2:00-3:30) Session 2: Regaining […]
Join the VON and the Alzheimer Society of Hamilton to learn how to identify your loved ones needs and respond to difficult behaviours. This is a virtual webinar. Email renate.ahapov@von.ca or call 905.523.1055 x 408
Peer support is a way for families and caregivers to find help and support from others in their community with a similar and/or shared experience. Peer Support offers an opportunity to share information and build connections for your well-being and that of the person you support. This webinar will feature a panel of family caregivers […]
The Scarborough Health Network (formerly The Scarborough and Rouge Hospital) in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto and the Ontario Caregiver Organization is organizing a virtual Caregiver Education Forum on Friday, October 20, 2022, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event has been very well attended over the last couple of years by […]
Caregiver Lunch and Unlearn: Autistic Adults and Mental Health Organized, developed & facilitated by caregivers Tired of Lunch & Learns? Join us for 6-sessions of interactive unlearning of topics relevant to caregivers. We aim to provide an empowering space to examine what we think we know & consider different perspectives. In celebration of Autism Awareness […]
Families and individuals caring for those who are transitioning from youth to adult health care may face many new challenges. In partnership with Ontario Health, this webinar will inform caregivers on the importance of coordinated transitions and resources that can help support them and their care recipients during this experience. You will hear from three […]
How can I help my loved one if they are hospitalized? How can I recognize delirium? What can I tell the nurse? The doctor? Find the answers to these questions in this free webinar. To learn more before the webinar, please read the following article: Preventing delirium protects seniors in hospital, but could also ease overcrowding […]
Caregivers Supporting the Mental Health of Autistic Adults Coffee Chat Series Guided Discussions Designed & Facilitated by Caregivers for Caregivers Are you looking for a space where you are valued for your perspective as a caregiver? Join us and other caregivers for 6-weeks of guided discussions on important themes. This is not a webinar! We […]
Caregivers play an invaluable role in our healthcare system and communities, providing an estimated three quarters of care in Ontario to family members, partners, friends or neighbours with physical and/or mental health needs. They also offer unique knowledge that can enhance care delivery and health outcomes. Join Katie Muirhead, Regional Lead from the Ontario Caregiver […]
Speaker: Dave Langlois, PhD, Clinical Ethicist Moderator: Ronald Perinpanayagam, Clinical Resource Coordinator Intake and Family Guidance Are you a family caregiver supporting someone living with an advanced illness? Are you interested in learning more about the roles and responsibilities that Powers of Attorney for Personal Care (POA-PC) serve? For National Health Ethics week (November 6 […]
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