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  • May 2023

  • Tue 23

    Palliative. End-of-Life. – Information session (Virtual)

    May 23, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Virtual

    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 […]

  • Wed 24

    Eldercare Caregiving Grief and Guilt

    May 24, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Virtual

    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 […]

  • Tue 30

    Managing Caregiver Burnout (Ottawa)

    May 30, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Revera Barrhaven 110 Berrigan Dr,, Ottawa, Ontario

    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 […]

  • Tue 30

    Managing Caregiver Stress and Burnout in Ottawa

    May 30, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Revera Barrhaven 110 Berrigan Dr,, Ottawa, Ontario

    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| […]

  • June 2023

  • Tue 6

    It Starts With Us: Family Councils as Changemakers

    June 6, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - June 8, 2023 @ 6:00 pm
    Virtual

    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 […]

  • Tue 6

    The Power of Zzzs: Intro to sleep disorders and tips for getting a good night’s rest

    June 6, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Virtual

    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 […]

  • Wed 7

    Public Benefits and Social Assistance Workshop

    June 7, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online

    Volunteer Halton is pleased to present "Public Benefits and Social Assistance" - a workshop featuring Halton Community Legal Services on Wednesday June 7, 2023 at 10:00am via ZOOM. Do you […]

  • Wed 7

    Champlain Region – Community Resources Forum

    June 7, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Virtual

    The target audience is people who have experienced a stroke and their caregivers who live in the Champlain Region who are interested in gaining knowledge of available community resources. Highlights […]

  • Thu 8

    Carers East – Enhancing Car for Ontario Care Partners Virtual Program Launch

    June 8, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Virtual

    The Reitman Centre, Sinai Health Team & Eastern Ontario Health Program Partners invite you to their virtual program launch of evidence-based CARERS and TEACH clinical groups for care partners of […]

  • Thu 8

    CARERS Eastern ON – Enhancing Care for Ontario Care Partners (Virtual Program Launch)The Reitman Centre, Sinai Health Team & Eastern Ontario Health Program Partners invite you to their virtual program launch of evidence-based CARERS and TEACH clinical groups for care partners of persons living with dementia across Eastern ON. Learn more about specific program components such as problem-solving techniques, use of simulation and where to access CARERS and TEACH groups in Eastern Ontario.

    June 8, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Virtual

    The Reitman Centre, Sinai Health Team & Eastern Ontario Health Program Partners invite you to their virtual program launch of evidence-based CARERS and TEACH clinical groups for care partners of […]

  • Thu 8

    MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying)

    June 8, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online

    This 1.5hr webinar will demystify the facts surrounding Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID).

  • Tue 13

    Music, mental health and wellbeing for caregivers

    June 13, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Virtual

    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 […]

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