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SUMMARY:Ask the Experts: Living Well with Heart Failure by Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research
DESCRIPTION:Ask the Experts: Living Well with Heart Failure\nVIRTUAL Q&A FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS\nFebruary 28th 2022  |  Zoom  |  7-8PM EST \nOn the final day of Heart Month\, the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research will host a special webinar where clinical experts in heart failure will be on hand to answer questions from Canadians living with heart failure\, as well as caregivers.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ask-the-experts-living-well-with-heart-failure-by-ted-rogers-centre-for-heart-research/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T090000
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SUMMARY:5-week virtual practical caregiver training course by Anne Jansen
DESCRIPTION:A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties. \nPractical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays from March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants must commit to the same class time for all 5 weeks. Please see instructions for registering below. \nSubjects Covered: \n\nThe Role of the Caregiver\nCommunicating with loved ones and healthcare professionals\nLifts and Transfers and Body Mechanics\nProviding Personal Care\nMedication Management\nEnd of Life\nAdvance Care Planning and Grief\nSelf Care\n\nThis training is developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. It is intended for unpaid caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties only. \nClasses are kept small with a maximum of 12 participants. \n**** \nInstructions for Registering.\nPlease click on the red “Select a Date” button on the right hand side of your screen. \nPlease choose either \nMAR 1 Tue\, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST \nor \nMAR 1Tue\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST. \nClick on “Register” to choose and be taken to the next page. \nClick on “Register “to confirm. \nYou only need to choose one date. \n**** \nWe thank all who apply. This training is regionally specific and therefore only available to those caring for someone in the Counties of Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/5-week-virtual-practical-caregiver-training-course-by-anne-jansen/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T180000
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SUMMARY:Practical Caregiver Training by Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville
DESCRIPTION:The Practical Caregiver Training for those looking after a loved one with a life limiting illness is back. It’s free and it’s virtual. Join us for 5 weeks of training on various topics from Advance Care Planning\, Providing Personal Care\, Medication Management\, Self Care\, What to Expect at the End of Life\, Navigating the system and more. This is a peer facilitated workshop led by a local team including a Caregiver\, Palliative Care Nurse and Physiotherapist. \nThis workshop series will be offered by Zoom on Tuesdays March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants can choose to attend either the morning class from 9-11AM or the evening class from 6-8PM. \nWe will provide a brief zoom orientation session if required. \nRegister for the Training HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/practical-caregiver-training-5-week-virtual-workshop-series-registration-229766556957\nView the poster HERE \nThe Practical Caregiver Training was developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and is sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. Please kindly help us spread the word by sharing this email with clients\, friends\, family and colleagues who you think might benefit from this workshop series. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Anne at practicalcaregivinglanark@gmail.com or Martha at helpfromhospice@gmail.com.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/practical-caregiver-training-by-lanark-leeds-and-grenville/2022-03-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220310T130000
DTSTAMP:20220115T012220Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiving and Chronic Liver Disease: Challenges\, Insights\, and Support by OCO
DESCRIPTION:Register for FREE on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/…/caregiving-and-chronic…\n\nAbout this event\nAs a caregiver of someone living with chronic liver disease\, you may share many of the same emotions as your care recipient: fear\, isolation\, stigma and anger. Caregiving over a long period of time can also increase the risk of burnout. Therefore\, it is important to take care of yourself and those with chronic illness. In collaboration with the Canadian Liver Foundation\, we invite you to join our expert speakers\, Dr. Angela Cheung and caregiver Evelyne Chenard\, as they discuss the challenges of chronic disease\, specifically chronic liver disease. You will gain insights into the patient and caregiver journey\, and learn about support services and how to access them.\nClinical Expert Speaker\nDr. Angela Cheung is an assistant professor at the University of Ottawa and an associate scientist with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute. As a liver specialist and researcher\, she is interested in treating and improving our understanding of chronic liver disease and related cancers\, with a particular interest in autoimmune liver disease. Her research focus includes understanding the causes of liver disease to develop new treatments\, and biomarkers for these diseases. She is also passionate about working closely with patients and patient advocacy groups to help improve the diagnosis and care of patients with liver disease.\nCaregiver Speaker\nEvelyne Chenard is a retired health care professional who lives with her husband in Edmonton\, Alberta. Evelyne has experience working as an allied health care professional and as a facilitator in health care improvement. She enjoys the outdoors\, family\, and takes time to smell the roses. Evelyne credits her medical background to navigating her mother’s journey with cirrhosis for over 20 years\, and brings this experience when speaking to others about the caregiver journey.\nOther Information\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca ou communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011\n\nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-and-chronic-liver-disease-challenges-insights-and-support-by-oco/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220323T130000
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SUMMARY:The Pharmacist-Caregiver Connection: A Supportive Approach
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nToday’s pharmacists and pharmacies can offer much more than just information about medications. They remain an integral part of the overall healthcare picture\, providing various supports and resources to the people in their communities. In collaboration with the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada\, and the Ontario Pharmacists Association\, we will be hosting a Q&A panel with pharmacists and caregivers. Pharmacists\, Shelita Dattani and Angeline Ng\, will talk about the valuable role of pharmacies and pharmacists in providing care and supportive resources to both patients and caregivers in the community and different healthcare settings such as primary care and long-term care. Our caregivers\, Louise Sullivan and Rani Sinanan\, will speak to how building a relationship with their local pharmacists has benefited them in their caregiving role and their own self-care.\n\nOur Clinicians\nDr. Shelita Dattani is the Vice President of Pharmacy Affairs at the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada. In this position\, she leads a team in advocating for pharmacy’s evidence-based role in delivering accessible\, high-quality healthcare and building capacity in public health and primary care. Shelita is a pharmacist with over 20 years of experience in many sectors of the profession\, including community\, hospital\, academia\, industry\, group purchasing organizations\, and professional and pharmacy associations. She maintains a part-time practice in team-based primary care\, community pharmacy\, and remote hospital tele pharmacy. Shelita also serves as a lecturer at The Memorial University of Newfoundland\, and as a guest lecturer at The University of Waterloo’s Doctor of Pharmacy program. Shelita is committed to contributing to the pharmacy’s growing role as an integral healthcare partner.\n\nAngeline Ng is the Vice President\, Professional Affairs for the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) and a practicing pharmacist. In her role at the OPA\, Angeline helps to evolve the profession and advocates for excellence in practice and patient care by supporting pharmacy professionals to practice to their fullest potential. Prior to joining the OPA\, Angeline worked as a clinical pharmacist in long-term care and retirement homes\, providing care directly to residents and their caregivers. She is passionate about championing the role of pharmacy professionals to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the healthcare system.\n\nOur Caregivers\nLouise Sullivan is a valued OCO volunteer acting as a Peer Mentor in our 1:1 Peer Support program\, where she provides mentorship to other caregivers. She currently cares for her husband\, whose life has been affected by a stroke.\nRani Sinanan had participated in OCO caregiver working groups and focus groups providing her valuable insights to our programs and services. She currently cares for her parents\, who are both living with cancer.\n\nInformation\n• Please note that this presentation is available in English only.\n• Pour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\n• For any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-pharmacist-caregiver-connection-a-supportive-approach/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Sometimes I'd Rather be Eating Gelato!: The Cost of Caring by Champlain Dementia Network
DESCRIPTION:The Champlain Dementia Network is pleased to present this online workshop\, by Valerie Spironello\, MSW\, RSW (choosewellness.ca)\, for both staff and caregivers. Please share this opportunity with your networks – all are welcome. \nWORKSHOP DESCRIPTION \nThe expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as unrealistic as expecting to be able to walk through water without getting wet. (Remen\, 1996). Having worked in the field of child welfare\, domestic violence\, palliative care and now private practice\, Valerie knows first hand the ‘Cost of Caring’. \nUsing her ‘re-discovered’ sense of humour\, Valerie will share how Compassion Fatigue snuck up on her\, changed her and how she survived to tell her story. Valerie will share in a way that allows participants to reflect on how they are doing and to begin to explore what is needed to continue to be healthy while working in the field. Valerie has been a social worker for over 30 years working in a variety of settings including health care (palliative care\, chronic illness)\, child welfare\, and domestic violence. Valerie is an Assistant Professor (PT) with the Department of Family Medicine teaching in the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University. She has provided workshops and presentations to service providers on a variety of topics such as compassion fatigue\, work/life balance\, mindfulness and end-of-life care. Valerie is also a meditation teacher trained in the use of mindfulness in the clinical setting. She is also a yoga teacher which she finds incredibly healing. In her private practice Choose Wellness\, she provides counseling\, groups\, workshops and retreats to assist others in living well in Body\, Mind and Spirit. After experiencing compassion fatigue herself\, Valerie committed to using her ‘re-found’ sense of humour to help others look at\, and live their best life! \nSESSION OPTIONS: \nCaregivers (family and friends):\nMarch 23\, 6:30-8:00PM\nMay 10\, 2:30-4:00PM \nStaff:\nApril 12\, 2:30-4:00PM\nApril 20\, 6:30-8:00PM\nApril 26\, 2:30-4:00PM\nMay 18\, 5-6:30PM \nStaff or caregivers may attend any of the above sessions depending on availability\, however the sessions will be targeted to either staff or caregivers as identified. \nSIGN-UP\nhttps://forms.office.com/r/BR84R3F2wY
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/sometimes-id-rather-be-eating-gelato-the-cost-of-caring-by-champlain-dementia-network/2022-03-23/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220331T203000
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SUMMARY:Family Education Night by Durham Mental Health Services
DESCRIPTION:Durham Mental Health Services\, Ontario Shores\, and CMHA Durham host monthly Family Education Nights on the last Thursday of every month. \nOn March 31st\, 7:00 – 8:30 pm\, hear from a Hospital Support Panel during which Case Managers\, Peer Support Workers and family members will talk about supporting people during an Inpatient Hospital Stay. \nZoom link to join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85931302413?pwd=VUpBVnNOREppdFNZeC92aDNLTDhRUT09 \nRegistration Not Required\nThis is a Drop IN Zoom EVENT for CAREGIVERS of those with Mental Health Issues\nJust click on the LINK above to attend
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/family-education-night-by-durham-mental-health-services/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220405T160000
DTSTAMP:20220314T234003Z
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SUMMARY:National Caregiver Day Virtual Wellness Event by VON
DESCRIPTION:The VON Hamilton and Ontario Caregiver Organization are hosting a free virtual wellness event with a focus on different aspects of caregiving. Learn the tools and resources needed to help you maintain your well-being and thrive in your caregiving journey. \nJoin us for 4 different talks throughout the day\, with a chance to win some fantastic prizes!\nEveryday Resilience in Times of Uncertainty – Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe\nGetting Smart Technology to Work for You – Maurine Parzen\nGrief & Bereavement: Do Grief Your Way – Eugene Dufour\nForest Bathing Studio – Emma Rooney \nTo Register contact: \nRenate Fries: renate.fries@von.ca or (905) 523-1055 \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/national-caregiver-day-virtual-wellness-event-by-von/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220405T130000
DTSTAMP:20220331T032429Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Webinar Series: Reflections on being a family caregiver
DESCRIPTION:About This Event \nIn celebration of National Caregiver Day\, our webinar series host Dr. Adriana Shnall PhD\, MSW\, RSW steps into the featured speaker spotlight to reflect professionally\, and personally\, on the experience of caregiving herself. Adriana’s talk will help participants explore what being a caregiver means to them\, and find ways to celebrate ourselves as we go through this journey together. The presentation will be followed by Q & A.This webinar is open to family caregivers and professionals in the caring fields alike. Join us!
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-webinar-series-reflections-on-being-a-family-caregiver/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220406T140000
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SUMMARY:OSSCO© Telelearning: Caregiving Benefits and Leave
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nThis OSSCO© Telelearning webinar connects you with Alfia Chan\, Citizen Services Specialist from Service Canada. EI provides carers with financial assistance when caring for or supporting a critically ill or injured person or someone needing end-of-life care. But\, did you know you could receive 55% of your earnings\, up to a maximum of $638 a week? Alfia highlights what benefits carers can access in this presentation. \nTo find out more or to sign up visit the link provided.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ossco-telelearning-caregiving-benefits-and-leave/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220407T130000
DTSTAMP:20220209T001659Z
CREATED:20220209T001659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T001659Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Dancing with Dementia: Fostering Social Inclusion and Challenging Stigma
DESCRIPTION:Dance may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about caring for someone living with dementia\, but the opportunity to dance has a lot to offer both the care recipient and the caregiver. Beyond the physical benefits of dance\, this webinar will explore the ways in which dance fosters social-inclusion for people living with dementia\, challenges stigma associated with dementia\, and supports the creation of dementia-friendly communities. The session will also offer ways in which dance may be accessed by people living with dementia and their caregivers\, and provide a brief demonstration of what an accessible dance opportunity can look and feel like.\n\nOur Speaker\nRachel Bar is the Director\, Research and Health at Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS). She completed her PhD in psychology at Ryerson University and her post-doctoral fellowship at Trent University’s Trent Centre for Aging & Society. As a dance artist\, she has been part of the multidisciplinary team that developed Baycrest and NBS’ approach to dance programming for older adults. As a researcher\, she has been involved in several projects investigating how and why older adults can benefit from accessible dance innovations\, including older adults living with Parkinson’s disease and dementia.\n\nOther Information\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-dancing-with-dementia-fostering-social-inclusion-and-challenging-stigma/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220407T150000
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SUMMARY:CARERS West Virtual Program Launch by Sinai Health Reitman Centre for Alzheimer's Support & Training
DESCRIPTION:A free online public event to announce the program launch of evidence-based CARERS and TEACH clinical groups for care partner of persons living with dementia across Western ON\, including Windsor\, Sarnia\, London\, Hamilton\, Norfolk\, Haldimand\, Brant\, Waterloo & Wellington. \nWhen\nThursday\, April 7\, 2022 \nTime\n2:00pm – 3:00pm \nSpeakers\nFeatured Speaker: Dr. Joel Sadavoy\, MD\, FRCP\, Founder Geriatric Psychiatry\, FCPA (Distinguished) – Medical Director\, Reitman Centre and Enhancing Care for Ontario Care Partners\, Sinai Health \nWelcome & Introductions: Rosemary Fiss\, Director of Programs\, Alzheimer Society Windsor & Essex County \nClosing Remarks: Michelle Martin\, Executive Director\, Alzheimer Society Waterloo Wellington \nCost: Free
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/carers-west-virtual-program-launch-by-sinai-health-reitman-centre-for-alzheimers-support-training/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T123000
DTSTAMP:20220223T030400Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiving is Leadership featuring Donna Thomson by Amanda Calzolaio
DESCRIPTION:Today’s Leaders Circle is a safe space to discuss a particular topic and continue the conversations that began from the “Today’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Future” podcast: A podcast to redefine the narrative about what it means to be a leader in society. \n  \nTopic: Caregiving is Leadership featuring Donna Thomson \nDate: Tuesday April 12th 2022 \nTime: 12:00 – 12:30 PM ET \nRegister: https://lnkd.in/eUBFeFYG \nIt’s free and open to all. \nAmanda Calzolaio (she/her/hers) \nLeadership and Team Coach \nwww.amandacalzolaio.com
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-is-leadership-featuring-donna-thomson-by-amanda-calzolaio/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220412T123000
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SUMMARY:Caregiving as Leadership by OFCAN
DESCRIPTION:Join the Circle to discuss the important and relevance of viewing Caregiving as Leadership. Learn\, share and connect with peers. \nAbout this event \nApril 12\, 2022\, 12:00 – 12:30 PM \nToday’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Future podcast episode called “A Life of Caregiving is a Life in Leadership” Donna Thomson shares her experience with caregiving and how her journey has shaped her views on leadership. She speaks to the power of imagination\, bravery and asking for what you need when leading a life as a caregiver. She references the need to have both power and love for self\, for change and for the emergence of leadership. \nToday’s Leaders Circle is a safe space where people can come together to discuss a particular topic and continue the conversations that began from the podcast. The topic or its themes will be briefly introduced and attendees are invited to share their views and discuss the topic in more depth. \nCircle processes are based upon equality between participants and the principle of sharing power with each other instead of having power over one another. Given the time constraints\, the session will be facilitated to ensure its circle process is being followed. Please come ready to join respectfully and meaningfully. The sessions will not be recorded. By attending you are consenting to maintaining confidentially with what is shared within the circle. \nTentative Agenda: \nIntroductions\nSummary of caregiving themes and its connection to leadership frameworks and styles\nCircle sharing and breakouts\nSummary and Takeaways \nLearn more about facilitator and host\, Amanda Calzolaio: https://www.amandacalzolaio.com/
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-as-leadership-by-ofcan/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220428T203000
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SUMMARY:Family Education Night by DMHS\, Ontario Shores & CHMA Durham
DESCRIPTION:Durham Mental Health Services\, Ontario Shores\, and CMHA Durham host monthly Family Education nights for caregivers supporting folks with mental health issues. \nTune in on the last Thursday of every month from 7:00 – 8:30 pm ET at the Zoom link:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85931302413?pwd=VUpBVnNOREppdFNZeC92aDNLTDhRUT09 \nNo registration required. \nUpcoming sessions:\n– Thursday\, April 28\n– Thursday\, May 26\n– Thursday\, June 30\n*Topics to be announced closer to each session date. \nContact dgould@lh.ca  for more information
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/family-education-night-by-dmhs-ontario-shores-chma-durham/2022-04-28/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220503T130000
DTSTAMP:20220329T190113Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Boost Your Well-Being with a Nature Prescription
DESCRIPTION:Join us during Mental Health Week for an interactive discussion about the benefits of spending time outdoors \nAbout this event \nDeepen your connection with nature! Join us during Mental Health Week for an interactive discussion with Dr. Melissa Lem about the benefits of spending time outdoors. Caregivers and those they care for will learn about: \nScience-proven mental and physical health benefits of nature\, and how including “green time” in your schedule can help our planet\nTips on how to fit outdoor time into your busy routine\nThe “Park Prescription Program” (PaRx)\, now available in Ontario\nRegister for this exclusive webinar to find out how you can get your nature prescription. \nOur Speaker: \nDr. Melissa Lem is a Vancouver family physician\, Director of Park Prescription for the BC Parks Foundation\, President-elect of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment\, and a globally recognized expert on the health benefits of time spent in nature. A widely published writer\, she was the resident medical expert on CBC TV’s lifestyle show Steven and Chris for four seasons and currently appears on-air as a regular contributor to CBC Radio and CTV News. Dr. Lem was the inaugural winner of University College’s Young Alumni of Influence Award at the University of Toronto\, a 2021 World Parks Week Ambassador\, and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia. \nLearn more about the Park Prescription Program: https://www.parkprescriptions.ca/ \nInformation \nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/boost-your-well-being-with-a-nature-prescription/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220526T193000
DTSTAMP:20220425T214412Z
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UID:10000403-1652205600-1653593400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Family Caregiver Education Series
DESCRIPTION: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\, Hamilton ON)Session 2: Regaining Control & Building ResilienceTuesday\, May 17th | 6:00pm-7:30pm (Virtual)Thursday\, May 19th | 10:30am-12:00pm (Turner Park Library\, Hamilton ON)Session 3: Navigating Community ResourcesTuesday\, May 24th | 6:00pm-7:30pm (Virtual)Thursday\, May 26th | 10:30am-12:00pm (Turner Park Library\, Hamilton ON)
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/family-caregiver-education-series/2022-05-10/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220519T143000
DTSTAMP:20220414T002727Z
CREATED:20220414T002727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T002727Z
UID:10000399-1652965200-1652970600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Dementia
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/understanding-dementia/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220520T130000
DTSTAMP:20220425T213618Z
CREATED:20220425T213618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T213618Z
UID:10000402-1653048000-1653051600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Active Engagement - Engaging Your Loved One at Home
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/active-engagement-engaging-your-loved-one-at-home/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220526T130000
DTSTAMP:20220510T193430Z
CREATED:20220510T193430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T193430Z
UID:10000411-1653566400-1653570000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Moving Past the Pandemic- Considerations for Autistic Children and their Caregivers Across Canada
DESCRIPTION: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 as researcher-parent Dr. Janet McLaughlin (Wilfred Laurier)\, Matthew Ley (host) will discuss the current research on how autistic children and their families have been impacted by the pandemic but also ways in which families have been able to cope and thrive. Long term implications of the pandemic will be discussed as well as ways we can continue supporting caregivers and families as we move forward past the pandemic.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/moving-past-the-pandemic-considerations-for-autistic-children-and-their-caregivers-across-canada/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220530T193000
DTSTAMP:20220506T232701Z
CREATED:20220506T232701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T232701Z
UID:10000409-1653935400-1653939000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Validation- The Missing Link
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/validation-the-missing-link/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220602T210000
DTSTAMP:20220527T214111Z
CREATED:20220527T214111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T214111Z
UID:10000423-1654196400-1654203600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Way Ahead
DESCRIPTION: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 to ignite change. We know that the next generation is stepping up\, and this event will highlight some of the impacts that can be achieved when one young adult\, or team\, with a vision\, takes action to make things happen.The following teams will be presenting:• Kirsten Moore Towers\, an Olympian Pairs Figure Skater; a Clinical Psychologist who is the Mental Health Lead\, Athletics Canada;• A group of 4 young researchers from McMaster University;  • Representatives from Frayme’s Groundbreakers network of youth\, caregivers\, and advocates aiming to transform Canada’s youth mental health and substance use system;• The founder of The Starving Artist and Activist;• The National Eating Disorders Information  Centre (NEDIC);• The Recovery Project Foundation\, who advocate for mental health by helping to defray medical expenses for treatments of eating disorders\, alongside other mental illnesses\, to individuals who have a demonstrated need for financial assistance;• The University of Guelph Wellness Centre;• The New Mentality\, a not-for-profit network of youth and adult allies working together to Disable the Label of mental illness;• Body Brave\, charitable organization who through treatment\, training and education\, work to end the suffering Eating Disorders cause; and\,• The Mental Health Commission of Canada.Each team will be given 10 minutes to talk about the way their organization is making a difference/driving change in the trajectory of those impacted by Eating Disorders;1. Challenging attendees to find ways they can “be the way forward”; and\,2. Letting attendees know how they can support work done by the organizationsNIED has accomplished a lot in the past 10 years\, but there is a lot more to do.  Please consider participating in the June 2nd event\, either as a sponsor or attendee.You can register at https://www.ineventors.com/niedFor more information\, please contact me directly\, by e-mail lynne@nied.ca or by phone at 416-843-3496.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-way-ahead/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="National Initiative for Eating Disorders":MAILTO:lynne@nied.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220604T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220604T153000
DTSTAMP:20220425T215639Z
CREATED:20220425T215639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T215639Z
UID:10000404-1654335000-1654356600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Exceptional Mom Conference
DESCRIPTION: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 Church International\, 547 Athlone Ave\, Woodstock\, ONRegister: www.theexceptionalmom.org/register
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-exceptional-mom-conference/
LOCATION:Life Church International\, 547 Athlone Ave\, Woodstock\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220608T130000
DTSTAMP:20220506T175300Z
CREATED:20220506T175300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T175300Z
UID:10000407-1654689600-1654693200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:After Stroke Support for Caregivers: Finding a Path Forward
DESCRIPTION: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 hear from caregivers with lived experience on how they navigated the post-stroke journey and highlights of the After Stroke program that helped them find a path forward. This event is taking place June 8th 12pm-1pm. \nView flyer here.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/after-stroke-support-for-caregivers-finding-a-path-forward/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220609T130000
DTSTAMP:20220603T182903Z
CREATED:20220603T182903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T182903Z
UID:10000425-1654776000-1654779600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Centre for Living Organ Donation & The Kidney Foundation of Canada present: Caregiver Connections Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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\, communication\, advocacy\, bereavement and tips. Bring your questions for our caregiver panel and access their knowledge and lived experience.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-centre-for-living-organ-donation-the-kidney-foundation-of-canada-present-caregiver-connections-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220614T151500
DTSTAMP:20220430T012054Z
CREATED:20220430T012054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T012054Z
UID:10000405-1655197200-1655219700@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:2022 Geriatrics Institute Education Day
DESCRIPTION: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 advocates.This year’s theme is There’s No Place Like Home\, where we will explore a variety of topics ranging from health equity\, palliative care\, to caregiver burnout and social prescribing. We will be focusing on the community and finding ways to strengthen home care.Please note that our event is only offered in English. There will be no translation services.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/2022-geriatrics-institute-education-day/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220624T130000
DTSTAMP:20220519T175631Z
CREATED:20220519T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T175631Z
UID:10000415-1656072000-1656075600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:VON Hamilton
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/von-hamilton/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220721T130000
DTSTAMP:20220506T194055Z
CREATED:20220506T194055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T194055Z
UID:10000408-1658404800-1658408400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Discover the Healing Power of Journal Writing
DESCRIPTION: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 be a path to healing and rediscovering oneself. You will have a chance to practice journaling during this session\, so have your pen and paper ready! Two winners will be chosen from a random draw of entries to win Donna’s journaling workbook. Details of the draw will be provided during the webinar. \nView flyer here.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/discover-the-healing-power-of-journal-writing/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220811T130000
DTSTAMP:20220603T190616Z
CREATED:20220603T190616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T190616Z
UID:10000426-1660219200-1660222800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Take a Breath! Tips from a Caregiver Coach
DESCRIPTION:Webinar description Caregiving is complicated. Knowing where to turn and how to care for yourself can be overwhelming. Caregiver coaches get it – they have real-life experience\, tips\, and tools to help you! Join our webinar with a Caregiver Coach to:• Discover helpful OCO tools and resources• Try some practical 5-minute self-help activities you can do TODAY• Learn how to create a self-care plan with helpful tipsSpeaker bio: Suzanne McKenna has been a caregiver for 15 years for her son with a severe traumatic brain injury due to an accident. With a certification in Motivational Interviewing/Counselling and ten years of work experience as a System Navigator\, she has many skills in compassionate support. As a caregiver coach and mentor\, Suzanne guides the caregiver in building confidence through their ups and downs\, helps find resources and encourages them to find time for themselves without guilt.  Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/take-a-breath-tips-from-a-caregiver-coach-tickets-348152101307
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/take-a-breath-tips-from-a-caregiver-coach/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220815T113000
DTSTAMP:20220810T042126Z
CREATED:20220810T042126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T042126Z
UID:10000499-1660557600-1660563000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Getting the Most From Your Healthcare Appointment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Free 1.5hr workshop that will help give you the information and tools to have more efficient and pleasant visits with healthcare providers. \nRegistration:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/getting-the-most-from-your-healthcare-appointment-workshop/
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