The 8 A’s of dementia Dementia is a general term referring to a variety of brain disorders. By understanding the reasons for the changes in behaviour of a person living with dementia, caregivers can improve their skills to support and help the person make use of their remaining abilities. The 8 A’s of dementia give […]
The "Tool Kit for Active Living with Diabetes + Calls" Program is a six week telephone series for anyone with Diabetes, in particular people with Type 2 and pre-diabetes. Anyone can register themselves for the program, no referral from a health care professional is needed. All participants will receive the "Living a Healthy Life with […]
Caregiving and Eating Disorders: Expect the Unexpected About this event Nobody is to blame for an eating disorder. Although you may be trying to help, it may seem like you are constantly fighting an uphill battle. Eating Disorders are extremely complicated and impact not only the sufferer but also family members in ways that are […]
Living Life to the Full is an eight-week course that provides skills and knowledge to help you cope with life’s challenges. Join a group of 10-15 participants and use the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to learn more about mental well-being and how to make small changes to feel happier, less stressed and more […]
The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness, Learning, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers. About this event The SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their own mental health and well-being. Participants will receive strategies, tools, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions. Our Program […]
Join us for our upcoming webinar ‘A Primer on Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Real Estate' with Sheldon Parker, founding partner of Parker & Zener LLP. During this webinar, you'll learn the difference between a power of attorney for personal care, a power of attorney for property, and a will. You'll also learn what happens […]
Date: February 7th Time: 11am-12pm FREE TO PARTICIPATE There are 3.3. million caregivers in Ontario – ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member, partner, friend or neighbour, without pay. While many caregivers find this role to be rewarding, the majority find the overall management of caregiving stressful. The Ontario Caregiver […]
North York Seniors Centre hosts its Virtual Active Living Fair “Wisdom & Wellness” in February, in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO). The Fair will be held on Zoom from February 22nd to February 24th, 2022 and includes six free seminars and workshops addressed to seniors, caregivers and the community.
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This online highly effective, evidenced-based, self-care educational program for family caregivers, builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Use of computer camera and audio is required. Workshop […]
Are you caring for someone with a life-limiting illness? Join us for the FREE 6-week Practical Caregiver Training. Our virtual series begins Tuesday, February 22, 2022 beginning at 2:00pm and running until 4:00pm. Each week will feature a different guest speaker and different topics, such as navigating the healthcare system, lifts and transfers without personal […]
This is a free, 6 week workshop series designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress, improve self-confidence and communication, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Who Should Attend: Any individual who provides care to someone in their life that is living with a […]
There are 3.3. million caregivers in Ontario – ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member, partner, friend, or neighbour, without pay. Yet, the majority find organizing care and navigating through the system to be a difficult task. Learn about the trends and challenges facing caregivers navigating the healthcare system and […]
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