Caregivers make up 35% of the Canadian workforce. Are you prepared to support your caregiving employees? About this event Did you know Caregivers make up 35% of the Canadian workforce? Across Ontario alone, there are 3.3 million caregivers, ordinary people caring for family members and friends who have physical and/or mental health needs. 1 in […]
FREE bi-weekly caregiver support group for anyone in a caregiving role. Meet others going through similar experiences, share your thoughts in a safe space, and learn relaxation techniques! Registration is required. Topic: Managing Care Transitions & Difficult Emotions Donna Thompson, McMaster Caregiving Essentials Wednesday, July 14th | 2:00-3:30pm Topic: Incorporating Mindful Moments into Caregiving Wednesday, […]
For people living with dementia, there is no “one size fits all” home environment. But with some simple accommodations, your home can be optimized to be safer and more navigable for a person living with dementia, to help maximize wellbeing, dignity and aging in place. Hosted by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County, Occupational […]
Cultivation Therapy Services is offering a weekly meditation series to support the unique needs of caregivers. These sessions will be brief (15 minutes) and include mindfulness exercises that caregivers can easily incorporate into a busy day. Participants will have an opportunity to pause, restore and recenter their energy and support overall wellbeing. Session themes: Easing […]
A FREE monthly education seminar designed to support you in every aspect of your caregiving journey. Registration is required. Topic: New to Caregiving? Here's What You Need to Know Friday, July 16th | 3:00-4:00pm How to Register If you would like to register for any of our upcoming programs, please contact Renate Fries, Coordinator of […]
Looking to incorporate more mindfulness and relaxation into your day? Get your week started off right in this FREE monthly chair yoga and meditation class! All levels welcome. Registration is required. Upcoming session: Monday, July 19th | 3:30-4:30pm How to Register If you would like to register for any of our upcoming programs, please contact […]
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 […]
The Supporting Dementia learning series occurs over two two-hour sessions: Part 1 - July 22, 2021 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m Part 2 -July 29, 2021, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Supporting Dementia learning series is for caregivers of persons with dementia. This learning series will provide caregivers with information about symptoms that may […]
The Family Information and Support Group is hosting a virtual session on consent and capacity for caregivers. This session, hosted on Zoom, will provide a basic understanding of the law regarding consenting to treatment in a mental health setting, and demystify consent, capacity and substitute decision-making. Presenter Elizabeth Hughes, Patient Advocate | Psychiatric Patient Advocate […]
Everyday Resiliency in Times of Uncertainty: How to Protect Your Core About this event In our daily lives, times of unparalleled stress, unrest, and uncertainty are becoming more common and are lasting longer than expected. As caregivers, our physical, emotional, and mental health are being heavily tested and taxed every day. Everyday Resilience is one […]
Family caregivers learn how to develop self-care; build resilience and navigate community resources in this free education series. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Tuesday August 3, 2021 @ 10:30- 12:00 pm Session 2: Regaining Control & Building Resilience Tuesday August 10, 2021 @ 10:30-12:00pm Session 3: Navigating Community Resources Tuesday August 17, […]
Care Essentials is the second of the learning series. It is designed for care partners of people living with dementia: • Who are at or approaching the middle stages of their dementia • Where activities of daily living and behaviours are becoming more challenging to manage. • Who are willing to attend, with awareness that […]
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