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SUMMARY:The Home Care Staffing Crisis: Managing Care at Home Without Help
DESCRIPTION:Boost your caregiving knowledge with the Caregiving Essentials Webinar Series which is part of the free Caregiving Essentials course offered by McMaster Continuing Education. \nThis month\, join host Donna Thomson as she welcomes Sarah Kaplan\, MSW (retired)\, for an interactive discussion about managing the home care staffing crisis while being a caregiver. Sarah is a retired healthcare professional & spousal caregiver. Before retiring to be a full-time caregiver\, Sarah managed a medical forensic program\, led change projects\, focusing on caregiver inclusion in healthcare\, new mental health programs & community strategic alliances. Currently\, she spends time writing about the health impact of caregiving with a special interest in posttraumatic stress disorder. Together with Donna Thomson\, Sarah will reflect on her personal story of pandemic caregiving amidst a home care staffing crisis. How can families access support when there are no home care workers to fill shifts? \nIn this interactive webinar\, we will invite participants to share their stories of “making do” without care staff in the current home care crisis. After the formal webinar\, guests are invited to stay for a less formal discussion where you can exchange ideas and get some of your questions answered\, or help others with your own knowledge. \nBoost your caregiving knowledge – register today!
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-home-care-staffing-crisis-managing-care-at-home-without-help/
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SUMMARY:Virtual - Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description \nCaring 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 is hosted using Zoom Platform. Zoom link will be sent via email prior to workshop date. \nIn the six weekly classes\, caregivers develop a wealth of self-care tools to: reduce personal stress; change negative self-talk; communicate their needs to family members and healthcare or service providers; communicate effectively in challenging situations\, recognize the messages in their emotions\, deal with difficult feelings; and make tough caregiving decisions. \nClass participants also receive a copy of The Caregiver Helpbook\, developed specifically for the class. \nPreregistration is Required \nRegister here: https://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8888 \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/virtual-powerful-tools-for-caregivers/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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SUMMARY:Taking Care of Yourself While You Care for Others
DESCRIPTION:Caring for yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. But often\, caregivers prioritize the needs of others over their own. In this webinar\, Laura Jackson\, a registered nurse and healthcare leader will identify ways to care for yourself. You will learn:\n• The art and science of self-compassion and how to cultivate it in your life\n• Tips for making and developing your own routine to practice self-compassion and mindfulness\n• How to foster boundaries as a caregiver without guilt\, anger\, and resentment \nOur Speaker: Laura Jackson RN\, BScN\, MN\, CPMHN(C)\, NBC-HWC is a caregiver\, healthcare leader\, mental health\, and self-care advocate. She has worked in various roles\, including as a health and lifestyle coach\, mindfulness\, yoga and self-compassion facilitator\, wellness leader\, healthcare administrator and professional practice clinician. She currently works in mental health as well as maintains a private wellness practice.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/taking-care-of-yourself-while-you-care-for-others/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Education Day
DESCRIPTION:This a one day event in collaboration with North York Senior Centre and Alzheimer Society of Toronto. Along with presentations\, Seneca College students are offering massage.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-education-day/
LOCATION:North York Seniors Centre\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2M 1A9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Paula DeRonde Caregiver Series: Be an Advocate\, Not an Adversary
DESCRIPTION:From combating stigma to speaking up and speaking out on behalf of your loved one\, being an effective advocate is an essential skill for all caregivers. It does not have to be an adversarial battle. Discussion topics will include: \n\nWhen to speak up and speak out\nEffective and respectful communication\nAdvocacy in a long term care setting\nConfronting stigma\n\nCome learn tips and tricks as Paula discusses how to effectively build a positive advocacy mindset without becoming an adversary. \nThis workshop is open to caregivers as well as health care providers that support family caregivers in their work.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/paula-deronde-caregiver-series-be-an-advocate-not-an-adversary/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Learning Centre Mississauga Halton":MAILTO:info@regionallearningcentre.ca
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SUMMARY:The Ontario Caregiver Organization: Caregiver Navigation
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers play an invaluable role in our healthcare system and communities\, providing an estimated three quarters of care in Ontario. Caregivers also navigate health and community spaces\, programs and services for themselves and the people they care for. The majority of caregivers would like one place to go for information and for the system to be easier to navigate. \nJoin Felicia Hart\, Program and Service Lead\, Workplace and Helpline at the Ontario Caregiver Organization to learn more about: \n\nthe landscape of caregiving across Ontario and the impact that caregiving has\nfree programs and services that are offered to caregivers across Ontario\nthe 24/7 Ontario Caregiver Helpline to assist with navigation needs\n\nThis webinar is ideal for family caregivers and professionals who directly support caregivers in their work.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-ontario-caregiver-organization-caregiver-navigation/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Learning Centre Mississauga Halton":MAILTO:info@regionallearningcentre.ca
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