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      • Mental Health Support
        • Caregiver Grief and Loss
        • Caregiver Mental Health and Well-Being
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        • Capacity-Building Grants for Family Support Networks 
      • E-Learning
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        • Resources for Black Caregivers 
        • Supporting Indigenous Caregivers 
        • Support for Young Caregivers
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        • Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease
        • Cancer Diagnosis
        • Autism
        • Developmental Disability
        • Heart Condition
        • Mobility Challenges
        • Mental Illness or Addiction
        • Eating Disorder
        • Epilepsy
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        • 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
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        • Understanding Home Care
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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
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  • November 2023

  • Wed 29

    Interacting with a person living with dementia

    November 29, 2023 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
    Online

    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 […]

  • December 2023

  • Tue 5

    Balancing Work & Care Workshop for Caregivers of Cancer Patients – In person in Ottawa

    December 5, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Ottawa Community Cancer Hub 1500 Alta Vista Dr,, Ottawa, Ontario

    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 […]

  • Thu 7

    How to Manage Nutrition and Stressors as a Caregiver

    December 7, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    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 […]

  • Tue 19

    Understanding Personal Expressions in Dementia: A Journey of Empathy and Connection

    December 19, 2023 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
    Online

    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 […]

  • January 2024

  • Thu 11

    Communicating with People Living with Dementia

    January 11, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    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 […]

  • Tue 23

    Ontario Brain Injury Association – Caregiver Support Group

    January 23, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online

    Are you caring for a loved one with an acquired brain injury? Join one of our Online Caregiver Support Groups from the comfort of your home. You don’t have to be alone […]

  • February 2024

  • Thu 8
    Eating Disorder Quality Standard: Tools and Resources for Caregivers

    Eating Disorder Quality Standard: Tools and Resources for Caregivers

    February 8, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Supporting a person with an eating disorder can be very stressful for family caregivers as they navigate the health care system to find effective treatment for their care recipient. This […]

  • Tue 20

    Lunch & Learn – Caring for Caregivers: Supporting Their Mental Health

    February 20, 2024 @ 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
    Online

    The National Initiative for Eating Disorders (www.nied.ca) Learn about how those caring for loved ones with eating disorder can support their own mental health. Join us for a discussion about: […]

  • Tue 20

    Caregiver Education and Q&A: Tax Credits and Benefits for Caregivers

    February 20, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online

    With tax season approaching, are you interested in learning how to maximize the various Federal benefits and credits available to you and the person you care for? This seminar will […]

  • Thu 29

    The Importance of Cultural Competence – The Caregiver Connection

    February 29, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Relationships with healthcare providers are an important part of the caregiving role. It gives us a sense of belonging and strengthens our interactions affecting positive change. But it is often […]

  • Thu 29

    Living with Advanced Heart Failure: Coping with Symptoms and Uncertainty

    February 29, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Are you living with or caring for someone with advanced heart failure? Are you or the person you care for having difficulty coping with symptoms? Join us virtually as we […]

  • March 2024

  • Thu 14

    Understanding Caregiver Challenges in Rural Communities

    March 14, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Being a caregiver is a challenging journey, and for those living in rural communities, the path can be even more demanding. Accessing essential support and resources when living far from […]

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