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SUMMARY:Senior's Health and Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Tips for staying active and connected.\nLive cooking demonstrations and snacks.\nInformation booths and raffle prizes.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/seniors-health-and-wellness-fair/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – St Lawrence Branch\, 171 Front St East\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Manage Your Mental Health While Navigating the Healthcare System
DESCRIPTION:Ontario’s healthcare system is complex and may be difficult for many to navigate. These challenges are often profound for patients\, but they also present\nsignificant stressors for caregivers and greatly add to the strain on their mental health. In this webinar\, we are joined by Stephanie Muskat\, an acute care social worker and mental health practitioner\, to talk about:\n• Recognizing caregiver’s frustration and stressors in navigating the healthcare system\n• Sharing real-life caregivers’ experiences and their practical solutions\n• Resources and tools to ease navigation challenges \nOur Speaker: Stephanie Muskat (MSW) is an acute care social worker and mental health practitioner for caregivers in private practice. She has 15 years of experience working as an inpatient social worker at several renowned Toronto hospitals where she also conducted various mental health research projects. She works with clients and their caregivers who experience a multitude of health concerns as they navigate a rapidly changing life and environment. Stephanie has personal caregiving experience for her family and understands the true complexities and challenges of navigating the healthcare system. \n• Please note that this presentation is available in English only.\n• Pour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.ontariocaregiver.ca/fr ou communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\n• For any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/manage-your-mental-health-while-navigating-the-healthcare-system/
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SUMMARY:Understanding Behaviours and Supportive  Communication
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an overview of behaviours in dementia and\ncommunicating in a supportive manner. It will focus on providing\nparticipants with the knowledge of how behaviours and communication\ncan change over the course of the disease and ways to supportively\ncommunicate with a person living with dementia.\nLearning Objectives:\n• Recognize that behaviour is a form of communication\n• Describe how dementia impacts communication\n• Recall communication strategies that can be used to support people\nliving with dementia\n• Discuss the meaning of behaviours in dementia and ways to offer\nsupport \nRegister online at www.alz.to/events or contact Zahra Amarshi\nat zamarshi@alz.to \nIn-person at Providence\nHealthcare – Scotiabank Learning\n3276 St. Clair Ave. East\nScarborough\, ON\nCentre (Rm B156)
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/understanding-behaviours-and-supportive-communication/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Learning Centre\, 3276 St. Clair Avenue East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M1L 1W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:TTC Wheel Trans Information and Assistance Clinic for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an information session about Wheel Trans services\, eligibility\, and the application process. Drop in application help will be available. Kindly register at 416-285-3666 x4177 or https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GSFDHX. \n10:00am-10:45am Information Session\n11:00am-2:00pm Drop in Application help \nEVENT ADDRESS/VENUE: 3276 St. Clair Avenue East Rm B157. Scarborough\, ON. M1L 1W1\nORGANIZER DETAILS: Providence Healthcare\, Scotiabank Learning Centre
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ttc-wheel-trans-information-and-assistance-clinic-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Learning Centre\, 3276 St. Clair Avenue East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M1L 1W1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Providence Care Scotiabank Learning Centre":MAILTO:Ronald.Perinpanayagam@unityhealth.to
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SUMMARY:2-Part Webinar Series: Caregiver Benefits &  Tax Credits with CRA - Part One
DESCRIPTION:Are you a family caregiver supporting a spouse or common-law partner\, or a dependant with a disability?\nRegardless of the situation\, there’s no denying that looking after someone can take up a great deal of your time and money. We are pleased to welcome back the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for a two-part webinar series to discuss the government benefits and tax credits that are available to you. We will also share information and tools that may be helpful for all caregivers. \nPart One: Thursday\, July 25th\, 2024\nGeneral overview of benefits and tax credits for caregivers\n• What supports are available and how to apply?\n• How much can you claim and what documents do you\nneed to support you claim? \nOur speaker: Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is the agency responsible for administering tax laws for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories.\n*This webinar series will NOT be recorded and is intended to provide general information only.\nJoin for a chance to win one $25 Everything gift cards! Learn more at Eventbrite.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/2-part-webinar-series-caregiver-benefits-tax-credits-with-cra-part-one/
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