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A caregiver provides physical and/or emotional support to a family member, partner, friend, or neighbour. If you are unsure where to begin, we are here to help.

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        • SCALE Webinars and Workbooks
        • Caregiver Coaching Program 
      • Mental Health Support
        • Caregiver Grief and Loss
        • Caregiver Mental Health and Well-Being
        • Emotions and Caregiving 
    • Column 2
      • Peer Support
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        • Capacity-Building Grants for Family Support Networks 
      • E-Learning
        • E-Learning Courses
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        • 2SLGBTQIA+ Resources
        • Resources for Black Caregivers 
        • Supporting Indigenous Caregivers 
        • Support for Young Caregivers
  • Tools for Caregivers
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      • Health Conditions
        • Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease
        • Cancer Diagnosis
        • Autism
        • Developmental Disability
        • Heart Condition
        • Mobility Challenges
        • Mental Illness or Addiction
        • Eating Disorder
        • Epilepsy
    • Column 2
      • Managing Care
        • Health Privacy & Consent
        • Virtual Healthcare
        • Advance Care Planning 
        • Palliative & End of Life Care
        • Contingency & Emergency Planning
        • Explore Financial Supports
        • Work/Life Balance
        • Developing Your Skills
        • Toolkits for Caregivers
        • e-Learning
    • Column 3
      • System Support
        • Understanding Home Care
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    • Undercover Kindness 
  • Providers
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    • In-Person Caregiver Support Program
      • SCALE Together™
    • Home & Community Care
      • Supporting Caregivers in Home and Community Care 
    • Hospitals
      • Engagement & Co-design With Caregivers 
      • Health Consent and Privacy for Providers 
      • Essential Care Partner Practices for Hospitals 
    • Long Term Care Homes
      • Engagement & Co-design With Caregivers 
      • Health Consent and Privacy for Providers 
      • Essential Care Partner Practices in Long-Term Care Homes 
    • Primary Care
      • Supporting Caregivers in Primary Care 
    • Ontario Health Teams
      • Caregivers and Ontario Health Teams 
      • Essential Care Partner Programs and Practices in Ontario Health Teams (OHTs)
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  • February 2022

  • Thu 3
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    OCO Webinar – Caregiving and Eating Disorders: Expect the Unexpected

    February 3, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Caregiving and Eating Disorders: Expect the Unexpected About this event Nobody is to blame for an eating disorder. Although you may be trying to help, it may seem like you […]

  • Thu 3

    Living Life to the Full Course for Caregivers by Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario

    February 3, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    Online

    Living Life to the Full is an eight-week course that provides skills and knowledge to help you cope with life’s challenges. Join a group of 10-15 participants and use the […]

  • Tue 8
    The SCALE Program

    OCO’s SCALE Program (Supporting Caregiver Awareness, Learning and Empowerment)

    February 8, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness, Learning, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers. About this event The SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills […]

  • Wed 16

    Webinar – Wills, Power of Attorneys, and Real Estate by Baycrest @ Home

    February 16, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Join us for our upcoming webinar ‘A Primer on Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Real Estate' with Sheldon Parker, founding partner of Parker & Zener LLP. During this webinar, you'll […]

  • Thu 17

    Clarifying Caregivers by The Nourish and Develop Foundation

    February 17, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online

    Date: February 7th Time: 11am-12pm FREE TO PARTICIPATE There are 3.3. million caregivers in Ontario – ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member, partner, friend […]

  • Tue 22

    Wisdom & Wellness – Virtual Active Living Fair 2022 by North York Seniors Centre

    February 22, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online

    North York Seniors Centre hosts its Virtual Active Living Fair “Wisdom & Wellness” in February, in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO). The Fair will be […]

  • Tue 22

    Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Self-Management Program Central East

    February 22, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online

    Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This online highly effective, evidenced-based, self-care educational program for family caregivers, builds […]

  • Tue 22

    Practical Caregiver Training by The Heart of Hastings Hospice

    February 22, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Online

    Are you caring for someone with a life-limiting illness? Join us for the FREE 6-week Practical Caregiver Training. Our virtual series begins Tuesday, February 22, 2022 beginning at 2:00pm and […]

  • Wed 23

    Powerful Tools for Caregivers by SW Self Management Program

    February 23, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online

    This is a free, 6 week workshop series designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress, improve self-confidence and communication, […]

  • Wed 23

    Navigating the Healthcare System by Ajax Library

    February 23, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Online

    There are 3.3. million caregivers in Ontario – ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member, partner, friend, or neighbour, without pay. Yet, the majority find […]

  • Thu 24

    Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Kingston Community Health Centres

    February 24, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online

    Powerful Tools for Caregivers FREE 6-week workshop Feeling stretched thin from caring for a friend or family member? Gain information and skills to better take care of yourself while caring […]

  • Thu 24
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    OCO Webinar: Healthy Sleep Habits – Helping you get a good night’s sleep

    February 24, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Healthy Sleep Habits – Helping you get a good night's sleep About this event Sleep is one of the three main pillars of health. Now, more than ever, we need […]

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