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 […]
The Ontario Caregiver Coalition works to champion the contribution of Ontario's caregivers and is a leading voice for change and fair access to caregiver supports . This one hour webinar, facilitated by the Chair of the Ontario Caregiver Coalition, will provide information on topics such as: the work of the Ontario Caregiver Coalition the financial […]
Le programme ANCRÉ a pour but de vous outiller par rapport à l’aidance naturelle, afin de soutenir votre propre santé mentale et votre bien-être. À travers ce programme vous recevrez des outils et des ressources pour mieux gérer les émotions qui accompagnent l’aidance naturelle. Notre programme comporte : • 2 sessions de 4 webinaires hebdomadaires […]
Free in-person event to assist caregivers of people living with autism. Hosted by the Moeen Centre and presented by Shelley Lamain- consultant at Kinark Family Services. Come learn more about suggestions for working through challenging behaviours using Applied Behaviour Analysis. Funded by the Ontario Caregiver Organization Capacity Building Grant for Family Support Networks
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 our annual Caregiver Education Forum on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. This is an in person event hosted at the Scarborough and Rouge Hospital – […]
Grief and loss can be a lonely and isolating experience. As a caregiver, you may encounter grief at different points on your caregiving journey. In recognition of National Grief and Bereavement Day, we welcome back Dr. Patrick McGrath to talk about: • Different kinds of grief and their accompanying emotions • What you can do […]
Having a fall at home can be a scary and life altering event with prolonged and serious consequences. While seniors and individuals with medical conditions tend to experience falls more often, there are things that can be done to minimize fall risk, reduce anxiety regarding falls and maintain independence. Knowing what to do and who […]
Presented by the Alzheimer Society of Peel Topics to be discussed: What is Dementia? How to communicate with a person living with Dementia Virtual session will be conducted in Hindi/English Please register by Monday November 27, 2023 by: rbhatia@induscs.ca or call 905-275-2369 ext. 4230
Presented by the Ontario Caregiver Organization There are 4 million Ontarians providing care to family members and friends facing health concerns. We know many may also be caring for a family member or friend outside of work, which can sometimes lead to challenges as you strive to meet the demands of both commitments. In this […]
The demands of caregiving can leave you feeling stressed, burned out, and low on energy. One way to boost your health is through nutritious meals. Good nutrition is essential for caregivers, as it helps regulate your health, energy, and mood. But with rising food costs and food insecurity, caregivers may find it challenging to maintain […]
PRESENTED BY: Navjot Gill, Ph.D. Candidate (Aging, Health and Well-being) University of Waterloo TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Apna Mind, Apna Body - Free Virtual Session Topics to be discussed: What is Dementia? Personal Expressions in Dementia Impacts on Individuals Impacts on Loved ones The positive aspect of personal expression Supporting […]
Communication is a vital part of our lives, and it is how we maintain our relationships. When dementia affects a person’s ability to express themselves and understand, it can strain the bonds between caregiver and the care recipient. As a caregiver, you will want to be aware of these changes so the person you care […]
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