Do you have a family member or a friend with a mental illness and want to learn more about mental health? This course may be for you. Knowledgeable family members, professionals and individuals with lived mental health experience will speak on topics which include: Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, Depression, coping with mental illness, communicating with […]
Health Law: A primer for family caregivers in the mental health and addictions sector About this event Part 1: In this session, we will examine how the Health Care Consent Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 affect an individual’s rights, the roles and obligations of substitute decision-makers, and practical strategies for navigating the health […]
The Centre for Interprofessional Education (IPE) invites patients/ clients/ families to join a Kick-Off Event to learn how their experience can support student learning; how they can partner with us to promote the role of patients/clients/families as active participants in health care education; and discover the various opportunities for them to become involved as mentors, […]
A three part series for Care partners of people living with dementia, who are at or approaching a stage when more supports are needed at home or long-term care is being considered. The series is designed to be delivered over three weeks. PLEASE PLAN ON ATTENDING ALL THREE SESSIONS: WEEKLY: 10:00AM-12:00PM SEPTEMBER 14 When care […]
Family Caregivers learn how to develop self-care; build resilience and navigate community resources in this free education series! Registration is required. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Tuesday September 14 | 6-7 pm Thursday September 16 | 2-3pm Session 2: Regaining Conrol & Building Resilience Tuesday September 21 | 6-7pm Thursday September 23 […]
The Caregiving journey is filled with questions let us help connect you with answers. Join for one or as many sessions as you like. About this event During the registration you will be able to select which session you would like to attend. September Monday 20th, 1-2:30 PM Diabetes Education with Dr. Arshad Humayun. Healthy […]
Powerful Tools For Caregivers September 21- October 26, 2021 10:00am- 11:30am This program will be held virtually using an online videoconferencing platform. Space is limited. Registration is required. "Highly Effective, Evidence- Based, Interactive Workshop" O B J E C T I V E S Taking care of you Identifying and reducing personal stress Communicating […]
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 […]
October 6 & 13 12:00 - 3:30 pm IN PERSON Location: Kingston Public Library Isabel Turner Branch What is U-First!® for Care Partners? U-First!® for Care Partners is a new education program for family and friends who are providing direct support to someone experiencing behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. […]
Wednesday, October 6, 2021 Two session options: 1-2 PM or 7-8 PM Most Ontarians have been or will be someone’s caregiver at some point in their lives. Twenty-nine percent of the provincial population—or 3.3 million people—provide some form of support, assistance, care or enrichment to a family member or friend. According to the Canadian Institute […]
To the outside, it might not look like I’m a caregiver: A Conversation with Young Caregivers About this event Over half a million people under the age of 25 in Ontario are providing care for family members or friends with a physical or mental health challenge while balancing the demands of school, work, and life. […]
Mindfulness Matters 2021 - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities We invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing, visualization & self- care practices, during these stressful times. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a […]
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