Intended audience As a family member or caregiver, we understand that your loved one’s mental health or substance use health can have a significant impact on you. The Royal’s family information and support events are intended for family members or caregivers of individuals with a mental health or substance use health issue. These events are an opportunity […]
This month, we are pleased to announce we will be joined by Microboards Ontario! A Microboard is a group of family and friends who join with a person with a disability to create a not-for-profit corporation. That non-profit has one purpose: to support the person in making decisions that helps them enjoy a full life […]
Powerful Tools for Caregivers In the six weekly classes, caregivers develop a wealth of self-care tools to: reduce personal stress; change negative self-talk; communicate their needs to family members and healthcare or service providers; communicate effectively in challenging situations recognize the messages in their emotions, deal with difficult feelings; and make tough caregiving decisions. Class […]
Intended audience As a family member or caregiver, we understand that your loved one’s mental health or substance use health can have a significant impact on you. The Royal’s family information and support events are intended for family members or caregivers of individuals with a mental health or substance use health issue. These events are an opportunity […]
In our first session, Paula will explore the roller coaster terrain of the caregiving journey. Fuelled by love, we learn to sacrifice our own needs for the happiness of our loved one. This leads to greater fulfillment and a deep happiness. Discussion topics will include: Realizing that self-care is living for two Expressive empathy Knowing […]
Palliative. End-of-Life. These are scary words, but with knowledge comes power. At some point in our lives, we will all be faced with these words, and many of us will be in a position of caring for someone in these situations. It’s hard. But when we understand what’s happening, and what to expect, we can […]
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This self-care educational program for family caregivers builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Caregiver participants learn to minimize the potentially negative impacts of caregiving in a […]
Palliative. End-of-Life. These are scary words, but with knowledge comes power. At some point in our lives, we will all be faced with these words, and many of us will be in a position of caring for someone in these situations. It’s hard. But when we understand what’s happening, and what to expect, we can […]
When you become a caregiver, quite often some huge emotions come along for the ride. Emotions such as Grief & Guilt. Join Amy Friesen, Founder of Tea & Toast, Best-Selling Author, Speaker and Educator and Margaret Dennis, Founder of Evolv Coaching as they explore these big emotions. Why do these emotions happen & how to […]
There can be many benefits to being a caregiver. People report feeling a sense of fulfillment and appreciate the time they are spending with their loved one. However, two thirds of caregivers report feeling stressed or burnt out. This presentation aims to educate caregivers on: The caregiving experience across Ontario. The differences between stress and […]
Learn about the difference between stress and burnout, common signs and symptoms, and strategies to support caregivers. Guest Speaker: Roxanne Dion-Boudreau of the Ontario Caregiver Organization. RSVP: Jenna LaCharity jennalacharity2@reveraliving.com| 613 218-8364 Refreshments will be served
Join Family Councils Ontario on June 6th, 7th, and 8th 2023 for our annual conference. This year our theme is It Starts With Us, a reminder and recognition that change starts with each and every one of us and that Family Councils have the capacity to impact major changes in their homes. Our conference will feature three […]
Four million Ontarians are caring for a loved one and 69% say they’re not sure they can continue. They’re exhausted, and they need help.
Your gift to the Ontario Caregiver Organization connects caregivers with free, compassionate support.
Every caregiver deserves to know they’re not alone. Donate today.
Take our quiz to get helpful resources based directly on your needs.