Being a family caregiver can be extremely gratifying, but anyone who has been down this road can speak to its many challenges. . The Caregiver Workshop Series is here again to connect us all in 2021. The new series brings lawyers, health care professionals, and fitness instructors to discuss various topics that will help caregivers overcome […]
The Supporting Dementia learning series is for caregivers of persons with dementia. This learning series will provide caregivers with information about symptoms that may accompany the progression of dementia. Caregivers will have the opportunity to learn strategies for support. This learning series will provide caregivers with information, support, and an opportunity to discuss experiences and […]
16 week educational program Designed to help you learn how to take better care of your as you care for others. Weekly class with a focus on self awareness exercises, stress management, group discussion, and take home exercises. Includes workbook. When: Thursday afternoons, 1-3:30pm June 3-Sept 30 Where: Zoom (link to be sent by email) Sessions plus required workbook is […]
June 7th 2021, 6:30-8pm During the COVID-19 pandemic, The Living with Liver Disease Program is being presented in a series of sessions, on the first Monday of every month, from 6:30 – 8pm (ET), via a private Zoom link. This session will include peer support discussion as well as a presentation from the Ontario Caregiver Organization. For […]
The Support for Caregivers Awareness, Learning, Empowerment (SCALE) Program is series of free webinars for unpaid caregivers every Tuesday. About this Event The SCALE Program is series of free webinars for unpaid, family caregivers every Tuesday beginning May 4th to June 29th, 2021. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg, RN, Michal Goldstein, RSW and Shoshana Kulik, RSW […]
This workshop is about creating a life you love. About this Event We all want to be happy. But we sometimes think of happiness as a thing that happens to us — something we have no control over. It is easy to link the idea of happiness with a situation. We might tell ourselves, "If […]
The Support for Caregivers Awareness, Learning, Empowerment (SCALE) Program is series of free webinars for unpaid, family caregivers. About this Event The SCALE Program is series of free webinars for unpaid, family caregivers every Tuesday beginning May 4th to June 29th, 2021. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg, RN, Michal Goldstein, RSW and Shoshana Kulik, RSW of […]
Event 1: Age Friendly Conference – Navigating Tough Times: Finding A Sense of Control in Uncertain Times June 2, 2021 10-11am Session will be recorded and shared for all who are registered. As the pandemic drags on, it could feel harder for you to rally and feel happiness each day. In this program, resiliency expert, […]
This online session will touch on a variety of financial topics pertinent to those who are fulfilling a caregiver role for a family member. The presentation is a discussion of a few medical/health tax credits, including the disability tax credit and caregivers credit. Also a brief talk about managing finances in retirement, trusts and their use, and the power of […]
WHAT IS IT? A six-part education series that provides an overview of dementia and associated management strategies. WHO IS IT FOR? Recommended for friends, family, and caregivers of people living with dementia. HOW DOES IT WORK? The curriculum was designed by physician specialists and is informed by current research and best practice. Sessions are facilitated […]
The Support for Caregivers Awareness, Learning, Empowerment (SCALE) Program is series of free webinars for unpaid, family caregivers. About this Event The SCALE Program is series of free webinars for unpaid, family caregivers every Tuesday beginning May 4th to June 29th, 2021. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg, RN, Michal Goldstein, RSW and Shoshana Kulik, RSW of […]
Webinar with a focus on personal and professional patient-centered care for 2SLGBTQ individuals. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../oco-webinar-providing-care... Note: This webinar is intended for anyone who wishes to learn more about how to provide safe and respectful care for a 2SLGBTQ+ person. Whether or not you identify as 2SLBTQ+, all healthcare providers and family caregivers are welcome to […]
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