One of the biggest challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia is dealing with behavioural changes. Join us for this 1.5hr virtual session where we will provide education targeted to caregivers on: the various forms of dementia the meaning behind behaviours presented by those living with dementia common behavioural triggers strategies/tips for managing […]
Caregiver Lunch and Unlearn: Autistic Adults & Mental Health Organized, Developed & Facilitated by Caregivers Join us for the 2nd of 6 sessions of interactive unlearning of topics relevant to caregivers. Unlearning is not about teaching people that what they know is wrong. We aim to provide an empowering space to examine what we think […]
Come join VON's 'Safety at Home' coordinator, Alex Townsend, to learn tips and strategies on how you can make your home safer by reducing the risk of falls and injuries at home. Learn more about: Receiving a free home assessment from the Safety at Home program Practical strategies to reduce risk of falls and injuries […]
In this webinar, Dr. Gary Naglie and Dr. Mark Rapoport, who lead a team of researchers focused on dementia and driving, will showcase the Driving and Dementia Roadmap (DDR), a recently launched online educational resource. Whether you are a person living with dementia, a care partner/friend or a healthcare/service provider supporting others through this process, […]
Join Amanda Lamb, Director at Pine River Institute to learn how to create conversations and set boundaries and limits to help tweens and teens balance screen time, social media and online activities.
A free virtual caregiver education series where you'll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. Registration is required. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Tuesday December 6 @ 11am-12:30pm Session 2: Regaining Control & Building Resilience Tuesday December 13 @ 10:30am-12:00pm Session 3: […]
As a caregiver, it can be challenging to understand what is available to support you when caring for family members and friends in the community. Finding the right services and support for you and your care recipient can be overwhelming. Knowing the right language to use can help identify your needs and problem-solve when issues […]
NYSC Caregiver Education Series. ONE FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP EVERY WEEK Jan 5: Living with Diabetes. Presented by Shirley Brenan, Executive Director, Master Trainer, Powerful Tools for Caregivers Jan 12: Grief and Loss/Anticipatory Grief. Presented by Danielle Marshall, Social Worker, Hospice Ontario. Jan 19: Chronic Disease Management. Presented by Shirley Brenan, Executive Director, Master Trainer, Powerful Tools […]
Please join us at Amica The Glebe, a senior lifestyles residence, for two engaging presentations. You’ll hear from Roxanne Dion-Boudreau, Regional Lead from The Ontario Caregiver Organization, while enjoying a chef-prepared lunch at each. In Caregiver 101, learn about the emotional impact of caring, challenges that may arise, and sources of support along the journey. […]
We welcome caregivers, service providers, funders, and other organizations to join us to help build up caregiver supports, services and programs. We want to hear about your experience as a caregiver so that service providers and funders can better support you in your caregiving role and for providers to come together to share resources, identify […]
Changes in personality and behaviour are common symptoms for people living with dementia. Join our informative webinar as we explore the changes caused by dementia, ways to understand behaviour changes, and the impact on caregivers. We will share local programs and services available in your community, including a unique educational program called UFirst! for Care […]
Organized, developed and facilitated by caregivers. Alongside Michael Dawthorne, caregiver, community/disability advocate, & director at a social service agency, this interactive session will explore: Different ways of advocating: With and for our loved ones, and ourselves Strategies Individual and collective Managing expectations Registration details: Caregiver Lunch & Unlearn: Unlearning Advocacy Tickets, Thu, 19 Jan […]
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