This webinar is for caregivers of children with developmental disabilities - finding joy in the season. About this Event Between buying presents for friends and family, decorating your home, and making festive meals, it is easy to find yourself overwhelmed by your to-do list over the holiday season. The holidays can be a time of […]
What to Expect Heart disease, hypertension and diabetes are on the rise and coming up with healthy meals can be a challenge especially for caregivers. Caregiver Wellness, Diabetes Education and Health Promotion Programs are working together to deliver this fun and interactive webinar led by a Registered Dietitian and Nurse. Learn about the basics of […]
This webinar is for caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities - finding joy in the season. About this Event Between buying presents for friends and family, decorating your home, and making festive meals, it is easy to find yourself overwhelmed by your to-do list over the holiday season. The holidays can be a time of […]
Are you a caregiver? Physical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. Discussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member on the following days: Tuesday between 10a.m. – 11 a.m. Wednesday between 10:30 a.m. […]
Mindfulness Matters 2021 - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities We invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing, visualization & self- care practices, during these stressful times. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a […]
BREATHWORK, STRETCHES & MINDFULNESS For Tamil Caregivers: Seniors, Families & Friends During this pandemic, keep your mind and body healthy by joining us for a free weekly online relaxation workshop led by certified Tamil-speaking yoga instructor Thursdays January 14, 21, 28 & February 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Registration required Contact: […]
A FREE Six-Week Workshop for Caregivers DATES Every Friday - From January 15 to February 26, 2021 TIME 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. LOCATION Online Zoom Workshop Zoom link sent prior to workshop start date Video camera & Microphone required Pre-registration is required, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 or register online at www.ceselfmanagement.ca “After taking this […]
TOPIC: ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY For Tamil Caregivers: Seniors, Families & Friends Join our Tamil-speaking Registered Nurse to learn about: What is Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), who is in the ABI team, available community resources, referral process, and Q&A Tuesday, January 19th from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. via Zoom Registration required for new clients Contact: […]
Mindfulness Matters 2021 - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities We invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing, visualization & self- care practices, during these stressful times. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a […]
Ontario This workshop is running on the following dates from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm January 20 January 27 February 3 February 10 February 17 February 24 Overview: 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, […]
When thinking abilities change, is it dementia? About this Event Join OCO and the Alzheimer Society of Ontario as we uncover 10 warning symptoms of dementia. Learn the importance of when and what medical tests to request as well as the benefits and the risks of seeking an early diagnosis of dementia. Together, we will […]
Finding Your Way in the Times of COVID-19 FREE VIRTUAL ZOOM SERIES WITH DEMENTIA EXPERT TEEPA SNOW. Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm “Effects of Social Isolation on Those Living with Dementia” Thursday, January 28, 2021 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm “How to Communicate with Someone with Dementia” Thursday, […]
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