As NIED celebrates our 10-year milestone as a leader fostering Awareness, Understanding & Action for Eating Disorders in Canada, this event will shine a light on how young adults can get involved in spreading awareness, understanding and action about Eating Disorders.We hope that the passion and commitment shown by so many young adults will continue […]
Reconnect, Regain & Reclaim CommunityJoin us for an exciting day designed for moms (birth, adoptive, expectant) raising a child/adult with special needs or abilities! We have speakers from:CSCN/Community LivingEaster Seals OntarioOntario Caregiver OrganizationCaregiver panel discussionThe event includes refreshments and a catered lunch.$50 early bird registration by May 20, 2022$60 regular registrationSaturday June 4, 2022 9:30am-3:30pmLife […]
Life after a stroke brings many challenges, as needs and circumstances are unique and personal to each stroke survivor and their caregivers. June is Stroke Awareness Month, and in collaboration with March of Dimes Canada, we will share information about the After Stroke program and available supports and services for caregivers. In addition, we will […]
Join the Centre for Living Organ Donation and the Kidney Foundation of Canada for our Caregiver Connections Webinar. Connect with a panel of caregivers supporting their loved ones as they journey through the world of kidney disease, dialysis and transplant. Join our fireside chat to hear caregivers share about how to prepare, mental health, organization, […]
The Geriatrics Institute Education Day is a continuing education program delivered in partnership with Sinai Health’s Healthy Ageing and Geriatrics Program, the University Health Network and a variety of community care partners across the GTA. Our program takes place each June and provides accessible and quality education for health, social and community care professionals and […]
Join Emilia Leslie, MSW, RSW from VON Stroke Services for an in-depth discussion about stroke, types of aphasia, communication strategies, resources and more. Registration is required. Email: renate.ahapov@von.ca or call (905) 523-1055 ext. 408Friday June 24, 202212:00-1:00 pm
Journal writing can be a form of self-care for caregivers at any stage of their caregiving journey. Donna Fitzgerald, a former caregiver, learned the value of writing and journaling to develop self-awareness. She will explain how journaling can enlighten and enrich our purpose and meaning. In this webinar, Donna will also share how journaling can […]
Webinar description Caregiving is complicated. Knowing where to turn and how to care for yourself can be overwhelming. Caregiver coaches get it – they have real-life experience, tips, and tools to help you! Join our webinar with a Caregiver Coach to:• Discover helpful OCO tools and resources• Try some practical 5-minute self-help activities you can […]
Free 1.5hr workshop that will help give you the information and tools to have more efficient and pleasant visits with healthcare providers. Registration:
How nutrition can affect your mental health? More than you may think! Learn some great new skills in this 1-hour workshop. This session will discuss how the body and mind need to be supported for optimal mental health. Learn practical, health-saving skills we need to know now for mental fitness! For more information, contact Danielle […]
Caregiver Education Workshops are back! Free online workshops for Caregivers, presented by the North York Seniors Centre. Learn more about common challenges & resources available for caregivers. Join the conversation every Thursday, from September 1 to November 3, 2022 on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
A free caregiver education series where you'll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. This is a 3 session virtual series, running through the month of September. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies (September 13 10:30-12:00 or September 15 2:00-3:30) Session 2: Regaining […]
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