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        • Epilepsy
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        • Advance Care Planning 
        • Palliative & End of Life Care
        • Contingency & Emergency Planning
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    • 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
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  • November 2024

  • Tue 19

    Nurturing mental health and wellness for caregivers Supporting Caregiver Awareness, Learning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program

    November 19, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Nurturing mental health and wellness for caregivers Supporting Caregiver Awareness, Learning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program
    Online

    A newly designed SCALE program is being launched this Fall. Register now to get new content and resources! The SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills […]

    Free
  • Wed 20

    High-Quality Care for People With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

    November 20, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Quality standards are important for patients and their caregivers to know what to expect in their care. Caregivers of individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) need to have access […]

    Free
  • Tue 26

    Nurturing mental health and wellness for caregivers Supporting Caregiver Awareness, Learning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program

    November 26, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Nurturing mental health and wellness for caregivers Supporting Caregiver Awareness, Learning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program
    Online

    A newly designed SCALE program is being launched this Fall. Register now to get new content and resources! The SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills […]

    Free
  • December 2024

  • Wed 4

    Q&A Reduce Holiday Caregiver Stress with Dr. Patrick McGrath

    December 4, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Feeling stressful and overwhelmed by the holiday season is a common experience for many caregivers. Do you face challenges during the holidays? Have you found effective coping strategies? OCO is […]

    Free
  • June 2025

  • Thu 12

    High-Quality Care for Osteoarthritis of the Knee, Hip, Hand, or Shoulder

    June 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    As a caregiver, you may be caring for someone with osteoarthritis, or you may have been personally diagnosed with the condition. In either case, it’s important to understand the kind […]

    Free
  • Thu 19

    The Future is Old: How Caregivers Can Combat Ageism & Promote Dignity

    June 19, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Ageism is one of society’s most ingrained prejudices, affecting not only how we view older adults but how we see ourselves as we age. For caregivers, understanding the impact of […]

    Free
  • July 2025

  • Thu 10

    Medications as We Age: Information to Support Caregiving

    July 10, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Are you caregiving for someone who takes medications? Have you ever wondered if each of their medications is still right for them? Medications can offer significant benefits, but as we […]

    Free
  • Thu 31

    Learn More about the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)* LIVE WEBINAR

    July 31, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Webinar description: The Government of Canada recognizes that long-term financial security is a significant concern for people with disabilities and their families. To address this, the Registered Disability Savings Plan […]

    Free
  • August 2025

  • Thu 7

    Supporting Caregivers Made Simple: A Guide to Using C-CART

    August 7, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    OCO is excited to welcome Baycrest and Dr. Adriana Shnall, Program Director of the Baycrest Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving, to introduce the Canadian Caregiver Assist and Referral Tool […]

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  • Wed 20

    Caring for Caregivers: Find Hope, and Help for Caregivers

    August 20, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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    Are you caring for a loved one through a season of prolonged illness, aging, or emotional struggle? Or perhaps you walk alongside someone who is? If so, you’re not alone. […]

    Free
  • September 2025

  • Thu 25

    Navigating Special Education in Ontario Schools

    September 25, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Online

    Ontario’s education system can be complex and confusing for families of students with disabilities. To help address these challenges, Community Living Ontario has developed a comprehensive guide titled Navigating Special […]

  • October 2025

  • Thu 2

    No Shame in Your Game: Managing Caregiver Anxiety as Parents

    October 2, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Are you a parent or caregiver feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure? You’re not alone. When you’re parenting or caring for a child with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or other […]

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