Being a caregiver to someone in need comes with many benefits and positive experiences, but can also bring some challenges. More than half of caregivers report feeling stressed or burnt out. Join this webcast to hear from the Ontario Caregiver Organization and learn more about: The differences between stress and burnout common signs and symptoms […]
Caring for another person can be challenging, particularly when the relationship is complex or strained. You may be experiencing mixed feelings about the situation and how to best accept the caregiving role. In this webinar, join our Caregiver Coach, Jane Vock, and learn about: • Strategies on accepting your caregiving role and the person you […]
This course provides practical knowledge and advice for anyone who is a non-paid caregiver for someone with a life-limiting illness. Caregiving roles range from provision of assistance for personal care, access to meals and food, transportation to appointments, shopping, and social events, financial management and support, medical care, and many other home maintenance and activities […]
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) along with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is presenting a webinar for persons with disabilities, and caregivers of children of all ages. Join us to learn more about: • Disability Tax Credit • Overview of the credit • Eligibility and how to apply We will also discuss other tax benefits […]
Event details 10/19/2023, 2:00 PM - 10/19/2023, 2:30 PM Time zone: (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Microsoft Teams meeting How Home and Community Services can support seniors and their caregivers. Care options at home, Retirement Homes, or Long-term Care Homes. The application process to Long Term Care, and Advance Care Planning. Presented by […]
A 5-WEEK IN-PERSON WORKSHOP PRACTICAL TRAINING TO MAKE THE CAREGIVING EXPERIENCE SAFER & LESS STRESSFUL FOR YOU AND THE ONES YOU CARE FOR Week 1: Your Role as a Caregiver (Navigation, Advance Care Planning) Week 2: Lifts & Transfers (Body Mechanics, Lifting Techniques) Week 3: Providing Personal Care (All things hygiene, Grief, Dignity etc.) Week […]
If you are a caregiver and need a little support or information, please drop in and meet Katie Muirhead of the Ontario Caregiver Organization. She'll be at the Library on the following dates: October 31, 2023 1-3pm November 28, 2023 1-3pm Registration is not required, simply drop-by the library.
Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course - at no cost - throughout November Family caregivers are encouraged to sign up to receive free guidance, resources and tips from Baycrest@Home social workers and dementia coaches on these fundamental caregiving topics: · Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) · Caregiver Stress and […]
The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) exists to improve the lives of caregivers across Ontario. At OCO, we offer a variety of free programs and services to support many different types of caregiving needs. Caregivers often ask: • What type of caregiving support is available? • What programs have caregivers found most useful for their caregiving […]
The SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their mental health and well-being needs by offering: • Weekly psychoeducational webinars (LIVE or RECORDED) are divided into two 4-week sessions (see below for Session 1 and Session 2 topics). You may register for all of Session 1, Session 2, […]
Are you a family caregiver supporting someone 65 and over? Do you want to learn more about tax credits and how you can apply? In this webinar, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) returns to discuss tax credits for persons with disabilities, and caregivers of adults 65+. Join us to learn about: • Disability Tax Credit • […]
Event details 11/9/2023, 2:00 PM - 11/9/2023, 3:00 PM Time zone: (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Microsoft Teams meeting Most of us, towards the end of our life, need someone else to speak for us and make treatment decisions for us. Who is that person for you- as defined by law? How does that […]
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