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SUMMARY:Care for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:This September\, join Stratford Public Library and Alzheimer Society Huron Perth for a series dedicated to the caregivers in our community. Connect with others\, learn strategies for your own care\, and explore other avenues for support. Join us in the Library Auditorium September 5\, 12\, 19 from 2:00-3:00 PM. \nSeptember 5\, 2023: Caregiving: Defining and Validating your Role as Caregiver\nSeptember 12\, 2023: Caregiving: It Takes a Village\, You’re not Meant to do this Alone\nSeptember 19\, 2023: Care for You: Strategies for Caregivers
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/care-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Stratford Public Library\, 19 Andrew Street\, Stratford\, Ontario\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Movement Minds & Magic
DESCRIPTION:Movement Minds & Magic with Jennifer Hicks and Robin Gertin \nMovement\, Minds & Magic is a brand-new program that combines the benefits of physical and cognitive exercise\, socializing and expressive arts. This program is co-facilitated by Jenn Hicks (a Certified Personal Trainer) and Robin Gertin (a Certified Expressive Arts Therapist) who have over 20 years collective experience working with seniors and those living with dementia. \nHealthy seniors\, individuals living with mild-cognitive impairment or dementia\, and caregivers are all welcome to attend this free\, 8-week series at Providence’s Scotiabank Learning Centre (B-156). \nThe program includes:\n• 45 minutes of creative physical activity (with both seated and standing options)\,\n• A refreshment break to have a snack and socialize\n• 45 minutes of social cognitive activity including conversation and an art-based activity that does not require any prior experience. \nMondays\, September 11th – November 6th from 1:30 – 3:30. (Sept. 11th\, 18th\, 25th Oct. 2nd\, skipping Thanksgiving on October 9th\, Oct. 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, Nov. 6th) \nThis will be held at Providence located at 3276 St. Clair Ave. East\, Scarborough\, M1L 1W1 \nTo register for the program click this link: https://alz.to/event/movement-minds-and-magic-3276-st-clair-ave-east/ \nFor more information about this program\, please contact:\nKristin Bartlett at kbartlett@alz.to or by phone 647-327-6542\nor Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau at TAdams-Thibaudeau@alz.to or by phone 647-456-6168
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/movement-minds-magic/2023-09-11/
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SUMMARY:How to provide support to people having surgery
DESCRIPTION:People undergoing surgery will need support for all stages of care. If you’re supporting someone who is having surgery\, it is important to know about preoperative patient care\, the surgery process\, and postoperative care for the prevention of surgical site infections. In partnership with Ontario Health\, this\nwebinar will provide caregivers with information\, resources\, and tools to understand:\n• The Ontario Health Quality Standard for Surgical Site Infections; what it is\, why it has been developed\, and how to use the patient guide to know what to ask for in your care.\n• The role that health care providers play in collaboration with patients and their caregivers to prevent surgical site infections for people having surgery that requires an incision (a cut through the skin).\n• Steps in determining the risk of getting a surgical site infection\, and who to contact if there are concerns about wound healing.\n• Empowering caregivers with questions to ask healthcare providers in advance of surgery. \nOur Speakers:\n• Megan Graham\, a former surgical patient\, who will share her lived experience\n• Dr. Claudia Malic\, current Vice-Chair of Quality and Patient Safety for the Department of Surgery\, University of Ottawa \nWho should attend? Caregivers who are supporting someone undergoing surgery\, or anyone interested in learning more about preventing surgical site infections.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/how-to-provide-support-to-people-having-surgery/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T130000
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SUMMARY:Central Registry: Caregiver Supports
DESCRIPTION:The Central Registry program\, offered through Nucleus Independent Living\, provides a number of services and resources that can help to support family caregivers in their role. Join us for this one hour webinar to meet the Central Registy team and find out more about this hidden gem for caregivers! Discussion topics will include: \n\nan overview of the Central Registry program\nthe services and resources available through Central Registry including the Caregiver Recharge program\nthe referral process and how to apply for services\nprogram criteria requirements and how to overcome eligibility barriers\n\n  \nThis webinar is ideal for family caregivers and health care providers who directly support caregivers in their work.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/central-registry-caregiver-supports/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Learning Centre Mississauga Halton":MAILTO:info@regionallearningcentre.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T093000
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SUMMARY:World Alzheimer's Day Event with Keynote Speaker Dan Cohen
DESCRIPTION:An event not to be missed! For Care Partners\, Service Providers\, Care Agencies and anyone interested in learning about Dementia Resources. \nMemory Lane Home Living and the Alzheimer’s Society of York Region are pleased to announce a collaboration to mark World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21st. 2021. We are excited to host a Dementia Wellness Fair and provide invaluable resources to enhance the quality of life for those navigating a dementia diagnosis. \nWe are also looking forward to our keynote speaker\, Dan Cohen. Dan\, has a Masters in Social Work\, and is he subject of the Sundance Film Festival’s award winning documentary film “Alive Inside”. As a founder and current director of Right for Music\, Mr. Cohen has raised an awareness worldwide\, regarding the many benefits of music for dementia . As founder of Music & Memory\, Dan Cohen has trained over 5\,000 care homes \,hospitals\, hospices\, and day programs on large scale rollouts of personal music. He has received a Public Service Award from the American College of Health Care Administrators\, and the Non-profit Leadership Award form the Harvard Club of New York. This is an event not to be missed! Join us. Call 905.237.1419 with any questions. \nWhat: World Alzheimer’s Day Event. \nWhen: Sept. 21\, 2023\, 9:30am to 12:30 pm. \nWhere: York Region\, 45 Crosby Street in Richmond Hill\, On. \nHow: Register through Eventbrite or call (905)237-1419 \nCost: No Charge\, light lunch and and refreshments provided
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/world-alzheimers-day-event-with-keynote-speaker-dan-cohen/
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SUMMARY:Understanding Healthcare Consent Laws and Rules
DESCRIPTION:Ontario’s healthcare consent laws and rules are complex and may be difficult for caregivers to understand. Yet\, having the right legal information can help everyone feel informed and empowered to support the best patient care. In collaboration with the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly\, join us to learn more about legal topics including:\n• Substitute Decision-Making for Property and Personal Care\n• Healthcare Consent and Advance Care Planning\n• General information on Henson Trusts\, and Wills \nOur speaker: Graham Webb\nGraham has been the Executive Director of ACE since October 2016. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1983\, was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1985\, and obtained an LL.M. (Tax) from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2001. Before joining ACE in 1995\, Graham was engaged in private practice in Barrie\, Ontario\, in a general practice with emphasis on civil and criminal litigation. He has appeared in civil and criminal matters at all levels of courts and tribunals\, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Graham gives periodic legal education presentations on elder law issues to older adults and service providers\, including healthcare professionals and other lawyers. Graham is a Distinguished Fellow of the Canadian Centre for Elder Law Studies. \nWebsite: https://www.acelaw.ca\nTwitter: @acelawyers\nYouTube: @AdvocacyCentrefortheElderly \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/understanding-healthcare-consent-laws-and-rules/
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SUMMARY:Working Caregivers: Finding a Balance (in person in Ajax)
DESCRIPTION:There are 4 million Ontarians providing care to family and friends facing health concerns. Many are also caring for a loved one outside of work. This can\nbe challenging\, trying to meet the demands of both commitments. \nJoin Roxanne Dion-Boudreau from the Ontario Caregiver Organization to learn more on the caregiver experience\,  explore strategies for balancing work and caregiving\, and gain access to resources focused on caregiver needs. \nTo register please call 905-619-2529\, ext. 7231  or email  laura.rae@ajax.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/working-caregivers-finding-a-balance-in-person-in-ajax/
LOCATION:St. Francis Centre\, 78 Church St. S\, Ajax\, ON\, L1S 6A8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T110000
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SUMMARY:My PLAN Seminar Series (in Sydenham)
DESCRIPTION:A series of seminars designed to help you manage your: \nPersonal health/care & finances \nLegal supports \nActionable items \nNavigating health support systems \nRegister with Katie Buckley\, Hospice & Palliative Coordinator: \n613-376-6477 x. 205 | katie.buckley@sfcsc.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/my-plan-seminar-series-in-sydenham/2023-09-28/
LOCATION:Sydenham Library\, 4412 Wheatley St\, Sydenham\, Ontario\, K0H 2T0
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Frontenac Community Services":MAILTO:info@sfcsc.ca
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SUMMARY:Tips for Caregivers and Families of People Living with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Event details\n\n\n9/28/2023\, 2:00 PM – 9/28/2023\, 3:00 PM\n\nTime zone: (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) \n\n\n\nMicrosoft Teams meeting \n\n\n\nTips for supporting  persons with dementia in home setting. \nHow to manage common personal expressions\, including wandering and aggressiveness. \n\n\nSpeakers\n\nJessica Pochodaj\, Public Education Coordinator\, Alzheimer Society
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/tips-for-caregivers-and-families-of-people-living-with-dementia/
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