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SUMMARY:High-Quality Care for Osteoarthritis of the Knee\, Hip\, Hand\, or Shoulder
DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver\, you may be caring for someone with osteoarthritis\, or you may have been personally diagnosed with the condition. In either case\, it’s important to understand the kind of care you can expect from your clinicians. Quality standards are essential for both patients and caregivers to know what to anticipate in their care. \nIn this webinar\, the OCO welcomes back Ontario Health to discuss the updated quality standard for osteoarthritis of the knee\, hip\, hand\, or shoulder\, providing you with valuable information\, tools\, and resources. \nPlease join us to learn about: \n\nOntario Health’s updated “Osteoarthritis: Care for Adults With Osteoarthritis of the Knee\, Hip\, Hand\, or Shoulder” quality standard and patient guide\nKey quality statements that can enhance care for people with osteoarthritis and their caregivers in the community\nPrograms\, tools\, and resources for caregivers to support people with osteoarthritis\nCaregiver resources presented by Arthritis Society Canada\, along with other caregivers’ experiences
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/high-quality-care-for-osteoarthritis-of-the-knee-hip-hand-or-shoulder/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Double Duty Caregivers - Balancing Work and Care - Webinar 3 of 3 in the series
DESCRIPTION:There are over 4 million caregivers in Ontario who provide unpaid support to family members\, partners\, and friends. Many of these caregivers also work in caring professions across sectors. For double-duty caregivers\, trying to balance the demands of providing care professionally as well as personally can sometimes lead to emotional strain and burnout. \nThis October\, in celebration of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month\, the Ontario Caregiver Organization and CMHA Ontario’s Your Health Space invite you to\ntake part in a unique 3-part webinar series designed specifically for double-duty caregivers. The series will offer helpful resources\, practical strategies\, and ways to connect for additional support. \nUse the registration link provided to attend one\, or all\, of the sessions\, depending on your availability. \nCaregiver Stress and Burnout – Tuesday\, October 8\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore prevalent experiences of caregiver stress and burnout as well as strategies\, resources\, and supports available to help caregivers support their health and well-being. \nEmpathic Strain – Tuesday\, October 22\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nEmpathy is a must-have quality for double-duty caregivers\, but it can be difficult to sustain. This webinar will review common experiences of empathic strain for\nthose providing professional care and personal support and will explore practical steps to manage its impact and maintain well-being. \nBalancing Work and Care – Tuesday\, October 29\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore strategies and resources for double-duty caregivers trying to balance work and care\, including identifying their own needs\, effectively communicating with employers\, and finding the right supports and benefits.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/strategies-for-double-duty-caregivers-balancing-work-and-care-webinar-3-of-3-in-the-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241022T130000
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Double Duty Caregivers - Empathic Strain - Webinar 2 of 3 in the series
DESCRIPTION:There are over 4 million caregivers in Ontario who provide unpaid support to family members\, partners\, and friends. Many of these caregivers also work in caring professions across sectors. For double-duty caregivers\, trying to balance the demands of providing care professionally as well as personally can sometimes lead to emotional strain and burnout. \nThis October\, in celebration of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month\, the Ontario Caregiver Organization and CMHA Ontario’s Your Health Space invite you to\ntake part in a unique 3-part webinar series designed specifically for double-duty caregivers. The series will offer helpful resources\, practical strategies\, and ways to connect for additional support. \nUse the registration link provided to attend one\, or all\, of the sessions\, depending on your availability. \nCaregiver Stress and Burnout – Tuesday\, October 8\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore prevalent experiences of caregiver stress and burnout as well as strategies\, resources\, and supports available to help caregivers support their health and well-being. \nEmpathic Strain – Tuesday\, October 22\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nEmpathy is a must-have quality for double-duty caregivers\, but it can be difficult to sustain. This webinar will review common experiences of empathic strain for\nthose providing professional care and personal support and will explore practical steps to manage its impact and maintain well-being. \nBalancing Work and Care – Tuesday\, October 29\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore strategies and resources for double-duty caregivers trying to balance work and care\, including identifying their own needs\, effectively communicating with employers\, and finding the right supports and benefits.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/strategies-for-double-duty-caregivers-empathic-strain-webinar-2-of-3-in-the-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241008T130000
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Double Duty Caregivers - Caregiver Stress and Burnout - Webinar 1 of 3 in the series
DESCRIPTION:There are over 4 million caregivers in Ontario who provide unpaid support to family members\, partners\, and friends. Many of these caregivers also work in caring professions across sectors. For double-duty caregivers\, trying to balance the demands of providing care professionally as well as personally can sometimes lead to emotional strain and burnout. \nThis October\, in celebration of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month\, the Ontario Caregiver Organization and CMHA Ontario’s Your Health Space invite you to\ntake part in a unique 3-part webinar series designed specifically for double-duty caregivers. The series will offer helpful resources\, practical strategies\, and ways to connect for additional support. \nUse the registration link provided to attend one\, or all\, of the sessions\, depending on your availability. \nCaregiver Stress and Burnout – Tuesday\, October 8\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore prevalent experiences of caregiver stress and burnout as well as strategies\, resources\, and supports available to help caregivers support their health and well-being. \nEmpathic Strain – Tuesday\, October 22\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nEmpathy is a must-have quality for double-duty caregivers\, but it can be difficult to sustain. This webinar will review common experiences of empathic strain for\nthose providing professional care and personal support and will explore practical steps to manage its impact and maintain well-being. \nBalancing Work and Care – Tuesday\, October 29\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore strategies and resources for double-duty caregivers trying to balance work and care\, including identifying their own needs\, effectively communicating with employers\, and finding the right supports and benefits.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/strategies-for-double-duty-caregivers-caregiver-stress-and-burnout-webinar-1-of-3-in-the-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T130000
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SUMMARY:The Ontario Caregiver Organization Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) exists to improve the lives of caregivers across Ontario. At OCO\, we offer a variety of free programs and services to support many different types of caregiving needs. Caregivers often ask:\n• What type of caregiving support is available?\n• What programs have caregivers found most useful for their caregiving journey? \nJoin us as we chat with caregivers who share their experiences with OCO programs such as:\n• Education supports such as OCO webinars\, eLearning\, and 90second Caregiver\n• Peer Support such as 1:1 Peer Support\, Online Caregiver Support Groups\, and Young Caregiver Support\n• Mental Health and Wellness programs such as SCALE program and Caregiver Coaching\n• The OCO Helpline 1-833-416-2273 (CARE) \nWe will also demonstrate a walk-though of the OCO website so that caregivers will learn how to access\, find\, and register for programs. \nOur Caregiver Co-host: Ron Beleno is an experienced family caregiver to his late father who lived with Alzheimer’s for over 10+ years while supporting his mother during their caregiving journey. Ron is an active advocate for dementia\, caregiving\, aging\, and research communities. \nWho should attend? If you are an unpaid caregiver (e.g.\, family/friend)\, work in the health or social services sector\, or are an employer of caregivers.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-ontario-caregiver-organization-virtual-open-house/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Tips for Caregivers to Safely Assist with Mobility and Navigate Change
DESCRIPTION:Does your care recipient need help getting up from a chair or transitioning from place to place? Is this task new and difficult for you? Is this something that you may be struggling with? Sometimes moving and providing physical support to your care recipient can be challenging. Caregivers may not realize that they can risk their own physical health while doing their best to negotiate these new tasks. Join us to learn more about:\n• Acknowledging the emotional challenges that accompany this part of the role\n• Tips for moving your care recipient safely\n• A discussion on in-home safety devices that could support you\n• Lived caregivers’ experiences \nWho should attend this event? Caregivers who want to learn more about safe moving and handling of care recipients. \nOur speaker: Taryn Bolt is a Community Education Program Lead and registered Occupational Therapist at the Mississauga Halton Regional Learning Centre. Taryn brings over a decade of educational and clinical experience in community healthcare to her current role.\nRegister for a chance to win an OCO water bottle! Learn more at Eventbrite.Website Mississauga Halton Regional Learning Centre
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/tips-for-caregivers-to-safely-assist-with-mobility-and-navigate-change/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230125T140000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Seminars for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Amica The Glebe\, a senior lifestyles residence\, for two engaging presentations. You’ll hear from Roxanne Dion-Boudreau\, Regional Lead from The Ontario Caregiver Organization\, while enjoying a chef-prepared lunch at each. \nIn Caregiver 101\, learn about the emotional impact of caring\, challenges that may arise\, and sources of support along the journey. \nIn Managing Caregiver Stress & Burnout\, you’ll hear about the difference between stress and burnout\, common signs and symptoms\, and strategies to support caregivers.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/lunch-learn-seminars-for-caregivers/2023-01-25/
LOCATION:Amica The Glebe (Ottawa)\, 33 Monk Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 5X6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20221213T052033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T052033Z
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SUMMARY:The Changing Brain: Exploring Personality & Behaviour Change with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Changes in personality and behaviour are common symptoms for people living with dementia. Join our informative webinar as we explore the changes caused by dementia\, ways to understand behaviour changes\, and the impact on caregivers. \nWe will share local programs and services available in your community\, including a unique educational program called UFirst! for Care Partners® that provides training for family and friends who are directly supporting someone with behaviour changes as a result of dementia or other cognitive impairment. \nRegister for a chance to win an OCO water bottle!\nLearn more at Eventbrite. \nDate: Thursday\, January 19th\, 2023\nTime: 12pm-1pm EST\nPlace: Zoom (link provided via email to those who register)\nCost: Free \nView Event Flyer \n\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca ou communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011\n\nRegister for Event:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-changing-brain-exploring-personality-behaviour-change-with-dementia/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230111T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Seminars for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Amica The Glebe\, a senior lifestyles residence\, for two engaging presentations. You’ll hear from Roxanne Dion-Boudreau\, Regional Lead from The Ontario Caregiver Organization\, while enjoying a chef-prepared lunch at each. \nIn Caregiver 101\, learn about the emotional impact of caring\, challenges that may arise\, and sources of support along the journey. \nIn Managing Caregiver Stress & Burnout\, you’ll hear about the difference between stress and burnout\, common signs and symptoms\, and strategies to support caregivers.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/lunch-learn-seminars-for-caregivers/2023-01-11/
LOCATION:Amica The Glebe (Ottawa)\, 33 Monk Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 5X6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
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SUMMARY:PTSD in Unpaid Caregivers: Risks\, Signs\, and Support
DESCRIPTION:Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can impact family caregivers facing chronic strain as well as those exposed to life-threatening events. It is important to learn the signs of caregiver PTSD\, so you can take immediate action to prevent things from becoming worse. If you suffer from symptoms like nightmares\, feeling depleted of energy and joy in life\, being excessively on the lookout for danger or find it difficult to provide care\, you may be experiencing PTSD. Join Dr. Patrick McGrath\, webinar speaker\, to learn more about: \n\nThe nature and symptoms of PTSD and the tools used to measure PTSD\nHow often PTSD occurs in caregivers\nThe effectiveness of medical and psychological treatments for PTSD\nWhat caregivers can do to help themselves if they have PTSD\n\nAll attendees who complete the webinar survey can enter a draw to win an Ontario Caregiver Organization Water Bottle. This draw will be held on September 22\,2022\, and is only available to residents of Ontario. Winners will be contacted via email after the draw. \nLearn more at Eventbrite.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ptsd-in-unpaid-caregivers-risks-signs-and-support/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20220329T190113Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Boost Your Well-Being with a Nature Prescription
DESCRIPTION:Join us during Mental Health Week for an interactive discussion about the benefits of spending time outdoors \nAbout this event \nDeepen your connection with nature! Join us during Mental Health Week for an interactive discussion with Dr. Melissa Lem about the benefits of spending time outdoors. Caregivers and those they care for will learn about: \nScience-proven mental and physical health benefits of nature\, and how including “green time” in your schedule can help our planet\nTips on how to fit outdoor time into your busy routine\nThe “Park Prescription Program” (PaRx)\, now available in Ontario\nRegister for this exclusive webinar to find out how you can get your nature prescription. \nOur Speaker: \nDr. Melissa Lem is a Vancouver family physician\, Director of Park Prescription for the BC Parks Foundation\, President-elect of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment\, and a globally recognized expert on the health benefits of time spent in nature. A widely published writer\, she was the resident medical expert on CBC TV’s lifestyle show Steven and Chris for four seasons and currently appears on-air as a regular contributor to CBC Radio and CTV News. Dr. Lem was the inaugural winner of University College’s Young Alumni of Influence Award at the University of Toronto\, a 2021 World Parks Week Ambassador\, and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia. \nLearn more about the Park Prescription Program: https://www.parkprescriptions.ca/ \nInformation \nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor 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/boost-your-well-being-with-a-nature-prescription/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20220209T001659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T001659Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Dancing with Dementia: Fostering Social Inclusion and Challenging Stigma
DESCRIPTION:Dance may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about caring for someone living with dementia\, but the opportunity to dance has a lot to offer both the care recipient and the caregiver. Beyond the physical benefits of dance\, this webinar will explore the ways in which dance fosters social-inclusion for people living with dementia\, challenges stigma associated with dementia\, and supports the creation of dementia-friendly communities. The session will also offer ways in which dance may be accessed by people living with dementia and their caregivers\, and provide a brief demonstration of what an accessible dance opportunity can look and feel like.\n\nOur Speaker\nRachel Bar is the Director\, Research and Health at Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS). She completed her PhD in psychology at Ryerson University and her post-doctoral fellowship at Trent University’s Trent Centre for Aging & Society. As a dance artist\, she has been part of the multidisciplinary team that developed Baycrest and NBS’ approach to dance programming for older adults. As a researcher\, she has been involved in several projects investigating how and why older adults can benefit from accessible dance innovations\, including older adults living with Parkinson’s disease and dementia.\n\nOther Information\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor 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/oco-webinar-dancing-with-dementia-fostering-social-inclusion-and-challenging-stigma/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20220131T234657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T234657Z
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SUMMARY:OCO's SCALE Program (Supporting Caregiver Awareness\, Learning and Empowerment)
DESCRIPTION:The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their own mental health and well-being. Participants will receive strategies\, tools\, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions. \nOur Program \nWeekly Psychoeducational Webinars \n\nYou can sign up for the entire session or individual weeks\, depending on your availability and/or interest.\nWatch live or recorded. All live webinars have been recorded and will be posted exclusively on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. Only registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar.\n\nOnline Group Coaching and Individual Counselling \n\nCounselling is free and confidential as well as optional to register for.\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, and registration is based on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nTo receive the maximum benefit from the group and individual counselling\, it is highly encouraged to also take part in the weekly webinars.\n\nRegistration \n\nA zoom link to join live will be emailed to those who register.\nAn online booking link will also be sent to everyone who registers with the opportunity to register for group and/or individual counselling through Dynamic Health.\n\nOther Information \n\nFrequently asked questions\nFor more information\, please visit The Scale Program on our website.\nPlease contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar.\n\nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \n  \n\n\nPlease note that all live webinars are from 12 p.m – 1 p.m Eastern Time \nSESSION 1: UNDERSTANDING THE EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE OF CAREGIVING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Your Caregiving Journey (February 8th) \nExplore the stages of caregiving while heightening your understanding of the care recipient’s experience. The transition into the role of a caregiver evolves through these three stages: \n\nThe Catastrophic Event\nTaking on the Role\nMoving into Advocacy\n\nTogether\, we will explore each stage to understand the impact of each event within your own caregiving role\, as well as the shifts it brings to your relationship with your care recipient. We will also begin to discuss the shifts you can make to improve your experience as a caregiver and manage the stress the caregiving relationship has on you. \nWeek 2: How Caregiving Stress Affects You (February 15th) \nExplore the physical\, emotional\, and mental impacts of caregiving. \nThe stress of caring for a person with an illness can take both a physical and mental toll on a caregiver. In this session\, you will begin to understand how the nervous system responds to this stress and how this can be both helpful and harmful to the body. Together\, we will explore the difference between stress and burnout and key signs of when you should seek help. \nWeek 3: How Caregivers can Manage Anxiety & Anger (February 22nd) \nExplore where the feelings of anxiety and anger come from\, and how to manage them in the context of your caregiving role. \nUnderstand anger and recognize that it is an acceptable emotion to express as a caregiver. Learn about anxiety and how it can be a positive emotion that alerts us to any danger but can also be a negative emotion that starts to impact our mental health when we become overwhelmed. \nThis session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion and unpack the cognitive distortions we face when dealing with feelings of anxiety and anger. In addition\, we will also be working on non-violent communication with our negative thoughts\, allowing us to consider a different way to speak to ourselves and giving us more self-compassion. \nWeek 4: How Caregivers can Manage Sadness & Guilt (March 1st) \nExplore the feelings that drag you down and keep reminding you that you aren’t doing enough and about the cognitive distortions that keep you in the shame-cycle. \nUnderstand different caregiver’s experiences of sadness and guilt. Learn about the signs of guilt and the common themes often associated with guilt as a caregiver. This session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion. Too often we face cognitive distortions\, the sneaky ways your mind convinces you of something that isn’t really true. Learn to identify and unpack these cognitive distortions that you may be having as a caregiver like “I should be able to care for her on my own at home” or “I’m a failure as a daughter.” We will question these negative thoughts and ask\, “is this 100% true?”. We will also explore the emotion of sadness and the triggers that cause it\, including the grieving process. \nSESSION 2: STRATEGIES FOR CAREGIVERS MENTAL WELLBEING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Become a Mindful Caregiver (March 8th) \nExplore the seven attitudes of mindfulness and how this can be integrated into your caregiving relationship. \nIn this session\, we will explore practical suggestions to activate your parasympathetic nervous system to trigger a state of relaxation\, while learning mindfulness-based exercises you can easily do at home as a caregiver. We also learn and unpack the seven attitudes of mindfulness to help you within your caregiving relationship: (1) non-judgement\, (2) patience\, (3) A beginner’s mind\, (4) trust\, (5) non-striving\, (6) acceptance and (7) and letting go. \nWeek 2: The Self-Compassionate Caregiver (March 15th) \nManage your inner critic through developing your soothing self. \nIn this session\, we will learn how to utilize the mind-body connection to bring relaxation\, self- compassion\, and overall mindfulness to our experiences. There is significant research demonstrating the positive impact of practicing mindfulness techniques on one’s emotional health and ability to cope with ongoing stress. Together\, we will explore the meaning of self-compassion and its three components: (1) notice your suffering\, (2) treat yourself with kindness and (3) remembering that you are human. You will walk away with practical tips and strategies to incorporate self-compassion into your life and caregiving role. \nWeek 3: Find Your Caregiving Strengths (March 22nd) \nExplore the top attributes and resources that you already possess that enable you to succeed in your caregiving role. \nIn this session\, you will learn about your own character strengths\, understand how they impact your caregiving role\, and learn how to maximize these strengths to bring about hope and well-being. You will learn about the 24-character strengths in the Values in Action Model and understand how we can overuse or underuse them. You will have the opportunity to take a free survey to discover your own character strengths based on the science of well-being and learn how your strengths can empower you within your caregiving role. You will also learn how to start noticing strengths in others\, particularly your care recipient\, and how this can impact your relationship. \nWeek 4: Time for Self-Care while Caregiving (March 29th) \nExplore strategies on how to integrate psychological and physical tools to manage your mental health daily. \nIn this session\, you will learn the concept of self-care and the repercussions of not prioritizing some time for yourself as a caregiver. Together\, we will explore the ABC’s of self-care\, as well as\, its five dimensions and suggestions to improve each dimension: (1) professional self-care\, (2) spiritual self-care\, (3) social self-care\, (4)\, emotional self-care and (5) physical self-care. Strategies and tools presented are based on Motivational Interviewing skills\, health coaching techniques and integrative health assessment quizzes. \n  \n\n\nOur Speakers \nShoshana Kulik (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Shoshana has provided support to caregivers through the SCALE program since fall 2020. She works compassionately to help caregivers feel supported and has a strong awareness of the physical and emotional challenges that caregivers experience. She has run many support groups\, including those for individuals struggling with grief and for those impacted by a loved one’s illness. Shoshana utilizes the strengths-based model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth\, as well as a solution-focused approach. Her history of being a spiritual leader can help those who appreciate spirituality to find strength from the spiritual to help deal with challenging times. \nNaomi Levine (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals\, families\, and groups at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. She has worked in youth corrections\, a trauma program for children\, youth and their families\, and\, currently\, practices trauma-informed psychotherapy with adults and families. She has been an intersessional lecturer at McMaster University\, teaching Mindfulness and Cognitive Therapy to undergraduate students. She also supervises graduate students who are completing their clinical internships. Naomi completed her master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Toronto in 2008. Naomi brings curiosity and compassion to her work with caregivers\, giving them the space to explore their struggles and cultivate self-compassion and effective self-care. \nMalki Nadoff (AAPC CMCC) is a Certified Coach and Counsellor providing relationship and emotion coaching at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Malki has personal experience caring for aging parents who struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease and other complex medical issues. Using both positive psychology and a goal-oriented approach\, Malki helps caregivers navigate the difficulty inherent in caring from aging parents. She works with compassion and sensitivity helping caregivers acknowledge and appreciate the rewards that can come with caring for one’s parents. She is also a speaker at non-profit events empowering individuals to work through difficult family dynamics. \n\nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ocos-scale-program-supporting-caregiver-awareness-learning-and-empowerment-2022-03-29/2022-03-29/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
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SUMMARY:The Pharmacist-Caregiver Connection: A Supportive Approach
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nToday’s pharmacists and pharmacies can offer much more than just information about medications. They remain an integral part of the overall healthcare picture\, providing various supports and resources to the people in their communities. In collaboration with the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada\, and the Ontario Pharmacists Association\, we will be hosting a Q&A panel with pharmacists and caregivers. Pharmacists\, Shelita Dattani and Angeline Ng\, will talk about the valuable role of pharmacies and pharmacists in providing care and supportive resources to both patients and caregivers in the community and different healthcare settings such as primary care and long-term care. Our caregivers\, Louise Sullivan and Rani Sinanan\, will speak to how building a relationship with their local pharmacists has benefited them in their caregiving role and their own self-care.\n\nOur Clinicians\nDr. Shelita Dattani is the Vice President of Pharmacy Affairs at the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada. In this position\, she leads a team in advocating for pharmacy’s evidence-based role in delivering accessible\, high-quality healthcare and building capacity in public health and primary care. Shelita is a pharmacist with over 20 years of experience in many sectors of the profession\, including community\, hospital\, academia\, industry\, group purchasing organizations\, and professional and pharmacy associations. She maintains a part-time practice in team-based primary care\, community pharmacy\, and remote hospital tele pharmacy. Shelita also serves as a lecturer at The Memorial University of Newfoundland\, and as a guest lecturer at The University of Waterloo’s Doctor of Pharmacy program. Shelita is committed to contributing to the pharmacy’s growing role as an integral healthcare partner.\n\nAngeline Ng is the Vice President\, Professional Affairs for the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) and a practicing pharmacist. In her role at the OPA\, Angeline helps to evolve the profession and advocates for excellence in practice and patient care by supporting pharmacy professionals to practice to their fullest potential. Prior to joining the OPA\, Angeline worked as a clinical pharmacist in long-term care and retirement homes\, providing care directly to residents and their caregivers. She is passionate about championing the role of pharmacy professionals to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the healthcare system.\n\nOur Caregivers\nLouise Sullivan is a valued OCO volunteer acting as a Peer Mentor in our 1:1 Peer Support program\, where she provides mentorship to other caregivers. She currently cares for her husband\, whose life has been affected by a stroke.\nRani Sinanan had participated in OCO caregiver working groups and focus groups providing her valuable insights to our programs and services. She currently cares for her parents\, who are both living with cancer.\n\nInformation\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.aidantsontario.ca our 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/the-pharmacist-caregiver-connection-a-supportive-approach/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220322T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20220131T234657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T234657Z
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SUMMARY:OCO's SCALE Program (Supporting Caregiver Awareness\, Learning and Empowerment)
DESCRIPTION:The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their own mental health and well-being. Participants will receive strategies\, tools\, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions. \nOur Program \nWeekly Psychoeducational Webinars \n\nYou can sign up for the entire session or individual weeks\, depending on your availability and/or interest.\nWatch live or recorded. All live webinars have been recorded and will be posted exclusively on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. Only registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar.\n\nOnline Group Coaching and Individual Counselling \n\nCounselling is free and confidential as well as optional to register for.\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, and registration is based on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nTo receive the maximum benefit from the group and individual counselling\, it is highly encouraged to also take part in the weekly webinars.\n\nRegistration \n\nA zoom link to join live will be emailed to those who register.\nAn online booking link will also be sent to everyone who registers with the opportunity to register for group and/or individual counselling through Dynamic Health.\n\nOther Information \n\nFrequently asked questions\nFor more information\, please visit The Scale Program on our website.\nPlease contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar.\n\nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \n  \n\n\nPlease note that all live webinars are from 12 p.m – 1 p.m Eastern Time \nSESSION 1: UNDERSTANDING THE EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE OF CAREGIVING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Your Caregiving Journey (February 8th) \nExplore the stages of caregiving while heightening your understanding of the care recipient’s experience. The transition into the role of a caregiver evolves through these three stages: \n\nThe Catastrophic Event\nTaking on the Role\nMoving into Advocacy\n\nTogether\, we will explore each stage to understand the impact of each event within your own caregiving role\, as well as the shifts it brings to your relationship with your care recipient. We will also begin to discuss the shifts you can make to improve your experience as a caregiver and manage the stress the caregiving relationship has on you. \nWeek 2: How Caregiving Stress Affects You (February 15th) \nExplore the physical\, emotional\, and mental impacts of caregiving. \nThe stress of caring for a person with an illness can take both a physical and mental toll on a caregiver. In this session\, you will begin to understand how the nervous system responds to this stress and how this can be both helpful and harmful to the body. Together\, we will explore the difference between stress and burnout and key signs of when you should seek help. \nWeek 3: How Caregivers can Manage Anxiety & Anger (February 22nd) \nExplore where the feelings of anxiety and anger come from\, and how to manage them in the context of your caregiving role. \nUnderstand anger and recognize that it is an acceptable emotion to express as a caregiver. Learn about anxiety and how it can be a positive emotion that alerts us to any danger but can also be a negative emotion that starts to impact our mental health when we become overwhelmed. \nThis session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion and unpack the cognitive distortions we face when dealing with feelings of anxiety and anger. In addition\, we will also be working on non-violent communication with our negative thoughts\, allowing us to consider a different way to speak to ourselves and giving us more self-compassion. \nWeek 4: How Caregivers can Manage Sadness & Guilt (March 1st) \nExplore the feelings that drag you down and keep reminding you that you aren’t doing enough and about the cognitive distortions that keep you in the shame-cycle. \nUnderstand different caregiver’s experiences of sadness and guilt. Learn about the signs of guilt and the common themes often associated with guilt as a caregiver. This session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion. Too often we face cognitive distortions\, the sneaky ways your mind convinces you of something that isn’t really true. Learn to identify and unpack these cognitive distortions that you may be having as a caregiver like “I should be able to care for her on my own at home” or “I’m a failure as a daughter.” We will question these negative thoughts and ask\, “is this 100% true?”. We will also explore the emotion of sadness and the triggers that cause it\, including the grieving process. \nSESSION 2: STRATEGIES FOR CAREGIVERS MENTAL WELLBEING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Become a Mindful Caregiver (March 8th) \nExplore the seven attitudes of mindfulness and how this can be integrated into your caregiving relationship. \nIn this session\, we will explore practical suggestions to activate your parasympathetic nervous system to trigger a state of relaxation\, while learning mindfulness-based exercises you can easily do at home as a caregiver. We also learn and unpack the seven attitudes of mindfulness to help you within your caregiving relationship: (1) non-judgement\, (2) patience\, (3) A beginner’s mind\, (4) trust\, (5) non-striving\, (6) acceptance and (7) and letting go. \nWeek 2: The Self-Compassionate Caregiver (March 15th) \nManage your inner critic through developing your soothing self. \nIn this session\, we will learn how to utilize the mind-body connection to bring relaxation\, self- compassion\, and overall mindfulness to our experiences. There is significant research demonstrating the positive impact of practicing mindfulness techniques on one’s emotional health and ability to cope with ongoing stress. Together\, we will explore the meaning of self-compassion and its three components: (1) notice your suffering\, (2) treat yourself with kindness and (3) remembering that you are human. You will walk away with practical tips and strategies to incorporate self-compassion into your life and caregiving role. \nWeek 3: Find Your Caregiving Strengths (March 22nd) \nExplore the top attributes and resources that you already possess that enable you to succeed in your caregiving role. \nIn this session\, you will learn about your own character strengths\, understand how they impact your caregiving role\, and learn how to maximize these strengths to bring about hope and well-being. You will learn about the 24-character strengths in the Values in Action Model and understand how we can overuse or underuse them. You will have the opportunity to take a free survey to discover your own character strengths based on the science of well-being and learn how your strengths can empower you within your caregiving role. You will also learn how to start noticing strengths in others\, particularly your care recipient\, and how this can impact your relationship. \nWeek 4: Time for Self-Care while Caregiving (March 29th) \nExplore strategies on how to integrate psychological and physical tools to manage your mental health daily. \nIn this session\, you will learn the concept of self-care and the repercussions of not prioritizing some time for yourself as a caregiver. Together\, we will explore the ABC’s of self-care\, as well as\, its five dimensions and suggestions to improve each dimension: (1) professional self-care\, (2) spiritual self-care\, (3) social self-care\, (4)\, emotional self-care and (5) physical self-care. Strategies and tools presented are based on Motivational Interviewing skills\, health coaching techniques and integrative health assessment quizzes. \n  \n\n\nOur Speakers \nShoshana Kulik (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Shoshana has provided support to caregivers through the SCALE program since fall 2020. She works compassionately to help caregivers feel supported and has a strong awareness of the physical and emotional challenges that caregivers experience. She has run many support groups\, including those for individuals struggling with grief and for those impacted by a loved one’s illness. Shoshana utilizes the strengths-based model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth\, as well as a solution-focused approach. Her history of being a spiritual leader can help those who appreciate spirituality to find strength from the spiritual to help deal with challenging times. \nNaomi Levine (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals\, families\, and groups at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. She has worked in youth corrections\, a trauma program for children\, youth and their families\, and\, currently\, practices trauma-informed psychotherapy with adults and families. She has been an intersessional lecturer at McMaster University\, teaching Mindfulness and Cognitive Therapy to undergraduate students. She also supervises graduate students who are completing their clinical internships. Naomi completed her master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Toronto in 2008. Naomi brings curiosity and compassion to her work with caregivers\, giving them the space to explore their struggles and cultivate self-compassion and effective self-care. \nMalki Nadoff (AAPC CMCC) is a Certified Coach and Counsellor providing relationship and emotion coaching at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Malki has personal experience caring for aging parents who struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease and other complex medical issues. Using both positive psychology and a goal-oriented approach\, Malki helps caregivers navigate the difficulty inherent in caring from aging parents. She works with compassion and sensitivity helping caregivers acknowledge and appreciate the rewards that can come with caring for one’s parents. She is also a speaker at non-profit events empowering individuals to work through difficult family dynamics. \n\nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ocos-scale-program-supporting-caregiver-awareness-learning-and-empowerment-2022-03-22/2022-03-22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20220131T234657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T234657Z
UID:10000361-1647345600-1647349200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO's SCALE Program (Supporting Caregiver Awareness\, Learning and Empowerment)
DESCRIPTION:The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their own mental health and well-being. Participants will receive strategies\, tools\, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions. \nOur Program \nWeekly Psychoeducational Webinars \n\nYou can sign up for the entire session or individual weeks\, depending on your availability and/or interest.\nWatch live or recorded. All live webinars have been recorded and will be posted exclusively on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. Only registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar.\n\nOnline Group Coaching and Individual Counselling \n\nCounselling is free and confidential as well as optional to register for.\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, and registration is based on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nTo receive the maximum benefit from the group and individual counselling\, it is highly encouraged to also take part in the weekly webinars.\n\nRegistration \n\nA zoom link to join live will be emailed to those who register.\nAn online booking link will also be sent to everyone who registers with the opportunity to register for group and/or individual counselling through Dynamic Health.\n\nOther Information \n\nFrequently asked questions\nFor more information\, please visit The Scale Program on our website.\nPlease contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar.\n\nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \n  \n\n\nPlease note that all live webinars are from 12 p.m – 1 p.m Eastern Time \nSESSION 1: UNDERSTANDING THE EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE OF CAREGIVING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Your Caregiving Journey (February 8th) \nExplore the stages of caregiving while heightening your understanding of the care recipient’s experience. The transition into the role of a caregiver evolves through these three stages: \n\nThe Catastrophic Event\nTaking on the Role\nMoving into Advocacy\n\nTogether\, we will explore each stage to understand the impact of each event within your own caregiving role\, as well as the shifts it brings to your relationship with your care recipient. We will also begin to discuss the shifts you can make to improve your experience as a caregiver and manage the stress the caregiving relationship has on you. \nWeek 2: How Caregiving Stress Affects You (February 15th) \nExplore the physical\, emotional\, and mental impacts of caregiving. \nThe stress of caring for a person with an illness can take both a physical and mental toll on a caregiver. In this session\, you will begin to understand how the nervous system responds to this stress and how this can be both helpful and harmful to the body. Together\, we will explore the difference between stress and burnout and key signs of when you should seek help. \nWeek 3: How Caregivers can Manage Anxiety & Anger (February 22nd) \nExplore where the feelings of anxiety and anger come from\, and how to manage them in the context of your caregiving role. \nUnderstand anger and recognize that it is an acceptable emotion to express as a caregiver. Learn about anxiety and how it can be a positive emotion that alerts us to any danger but can also be a negative emotion that starts to impact our mental health when we become overwhelmed. \nThis session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion and unpack the cognitive distortions we face when dealing with feelings of anxiety and anger. In addition\, we will also be working on non-violent communication with our negative thoughts\, allowing us to consider a different way to speak to ourselves and giving us more self-compassion. \nWeek 4: How Caregivers can Manage Sadness & Guilt (March 1st) \nExplore the feelings that drag you down and keep reminding you that you aren’t doing enough and about the cognitive distortions that keep you in the shame-cycle. \nUnderstand different caregiver’s experiences of sadness and guilt. Learn about the signs of guilt and the common themes often associated with guilt as a caregiver. This session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion. Too often we face cognitive distortions\, the sneaky ways your mind convinces you of something that isn’t really true. Learn to identify and unpack these cognitive distortions that you may be having as a caregiver like “I should be able to care for her on my own at home” or “I’m a failure as a daughter.” We will question these negative thoughts and ask\, “is this 100% true?”. We will also explore the emotion of sadness and the triggers that cause it\, including the grieving process. \nSESSION 2: STRATEGIES FOR CAREGIVERS MENTAL WELLBEING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Become a Mindful Caregiver (March 8th) \nExplore the seven attitudes of mindfulness and how this can be integrated into your caregiving relationship. \nIn this session\, we will explore practical suggestions to activate your parasympathetic nervous system to trigger a state of relaxation\, while learning mindfulness-based exercises you can easily do at home as a caregiver. We also learn and unpack the seven attitudes of mindfulness to help you within your caregiving relationship: (1) non-judgement\, (2) patience\, (3) A beginner’s mind\, (4) trust\, (5) non-striving\, (6) acceptance and (7) and letting go. \nWeek 2: The Self-Compassionate Caregiver (March 15th) \nManage your inner critic through developing your soothing self. \nIn this session\, we will learn how to utilize the mind-body connection to bring relaxation\, self- compassion\, and overall mindfulness to our experiences. There is significant research demonstrating the positive impact of practicing mindfulness techniques on one’s emotional health and ability to cope with ongoing stress. Together\, we will explore the meaning of self-compassion and its three components: (1) notice your suffering\, (2) treat yourself with kindness and (3) remembering that you are human. You will walk away with practical tips and strategies to incorporate self-compassion into your life and caregiving role. \nWeek 3: Find Your Caregiving Strengths (March 22nd) \nExplore the top attributes and resources that you already possess that enable you to succeed in your caregiving role. \nIn this session\, you will learn about your own character strengths\, understand how they impact your caregiving role\, and learn how to maximize these strengths to bring about hope and well-being. You will learn about the 24-character strengths in the Values in Action Model and understand how we can overuse or underuse them. You will have the opportunity to take a free survey to discover your own character strengths based on the science of well-being and learn how your strengths can empower you within your caregiving role. You will also learn how to start noticing strengths in others\, particularly your care recipient\, and how this can impact your relationship. \nWeek 4: Time for Self-Care while Caregiving (March 29th) \nExplore strategies on how to integrate psychological and physical tools to manage your mental health daily. \nIn this session\, you will learn the concept of self-care and the repercussions of not prioritizing some time for yourself as a caregiver. Together\, we will explore the ABC’s of self-care\, as well as\, its five dimensions and suggestions to improve each dimension: (1) professional self-care\, (2) spiritual self-care\, (3) social self-care\, (4)\, emotional self-care and (5) physical self-care. Strategies and tools presented are based on Motivational Interviewing skills\, health coaching techniques and integrative health assessment quizzes. \n  \n\n\nOur Speakers \nShoshana Kulik (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Shoshana has provided support to caregivers through the SCALE program since fall 2020. She works compassionately to help caregivers feel supported and has a strong awareness of the physical and emotional challenges that caregivers experience. She has run many support groups\, including those for individuals struggling with grief and for those impacted by a loved one’s illness. Shoshana utilizes the strengths-based model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth\, as well as a solution-focused approach. Her history of being a spiritual leader can help those who appreciate spirituality to find strength from the spiritual to help deal with challenging times. \nNaomi Levine (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals\, families\, and groups at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. She has worked in youth corrections\, a trauma program for children\, youth and their families\, and\, currently\, practices trauma-informed psychotherapy with adults and families. She has been an intersessional lecturer at McMaster University\, teaching Mindfulness and Cognitive Therapy to undergraduate students. She also supervises graduate students who are completing their clinical internships. Naomi completed her master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Toronto in 2008. Naomi brings curiosity and compassion to her work with caregivers\, giving them the space to explore their struggles and cultivate self-compassion and effective self-care. \nMalki Nadoff (AAPC CMCC) is a Certified Coach and Counsellor providing relationship and emotion coaching at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Malki has personal experience caring for aging parents who struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease and other complex medical issues. Using both positive psychology and a goal-oriented approach\, Malki helps caregivers navigate the difficulty inherent in caring from aging parents. She works with compassion and sensitivity helping caregivers acknowledge and appreciate the rewards that can come with caring for one’s parents. She is also a speaker at non-profit events empowering individuals to work through difficult family dynamics. \n\nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ocos-scale-program-supporting-caregiver-awareness-learning-and-empowerment-2022-03-15/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
CREATED:20220115T012220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220115T012220Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiving and Chronic Liver Disease: Challenges\, Insights\, and Support by OCO
DESCRIPTION:Register for FREE on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/…/caregiving-and-chronic…\n\nAbout this event\nAs a caregiver of someone living with chronic liver disease\, you may share many of the same emotions as your care recipient: fear\, isolation\, stigma and anger. Caregiving over a long period of time can also increase the risk of burnout. Therefore\, it is important to take care of yourself and those with chronic illness. In collaboration with the Canadian Liver Foundation\, we invite you to join our expert speakers\, Dr. Angela Cheung and caregiver Evelyne Chenard\, as they discuss the challenges of chronic disease\, specifically chronic liver disease. You will gain insights into the patient and caregiver journey\, and learn about support services and how to access them.\nClinical Expert Speaker\nDr. Angela Cheung is an assistant professor at the University of Ottawa and an associate scientist with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute. As a liver specialist and researcher\, she is interested in treating and improving our understanding of chronic liver disease and related cancers\, with a particular interest in autoimmune liver disease. Her research focus includes understanding the causes of liver disease to develop new treatments\, and biomarkers for these diseases. She is also passionate about working closely with patients and patient advocacy groups to help improve the diagnosis and care of patients with liver disease.\nCaregiver Speaker\nEvelyne Chenard is a retired health care professional who lives with her husband in Edmonton\, Alberta. Evelyne has experience working as an allied health care professional and as a facilitator in health care improvement. She enjoys the outdoors\, family\, and takes time to smell the roses. Evelyne credits her medical background to navigating her mother’s journey with cirrhosis for over 20 years\, and brings this experience when speaking to others about the caregiver journey.\nOther Information\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca ou communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011\n\nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-and-chronic-liver-disease-challenges-insights-and-support-by-oco/
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Healthy Sleep Habits – Helping you get a good night's sleep
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Sleep Habits – Helping you get a good night’s sleep\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nSleep is one of the three main pillars of health. Now\, more than ever\, we need to be sleeping well to better our immune systems and overall health. As caregivers\, we often sacrifice sleep to care for others\, to worry about our loved ones\, and to run through our endless responsibilities. When we value the importance of healthy sleep as we do eating well and physical activity\, we can achieve \noverall health and wellness that benefits us and our care recipients. When we focus on changing our mindset and everyday lifestyle habits\, we can build a foundation to sleep and feel better. Join this webinar to learn from sleep expert\, Alanna McGinn\, about how to incorporate proper sleep hygiene into your daily life\, with tips and strategies to quiet your mind\, shorten sleep onset\, and strengthen your relationship with sleep and your bed. \nOur Speaker: \nAlanna McGinn is the Founder and Certified Sleep Expert of Good Night Sleep Site\, a global sleep consulting practice. She serves on the faculty of The Family Sleep Institute and is the host of the ‘This Girl Loves Sleep’ Podcast. Alanna has established Good Night Sleep Site as a worldwide brand and #1 sleep resource for families. \nShe and her team of sleep consultants strive to help families (baby to adults) and corporations to overcome their sleep challenges and have well-rested smiles in the morning. You can follow Alanna’s expert advice in national publications like Forbes\, Macleans\, Prevention Magazine\, and Today’s Parent\, and she has appeared as a leading sleep expert on The Marilyn Denis Show\, Your Morning\, Cityline\, and Breakfast Television. Alanna lives in Toronto\, Canada\, with her husband and their three children (1+twins!). You can find out more about Alanna McGinn at goodnightsleepsite.com and follow Alanna and all her sleep tips on Instagram. \nPlease Note: \n\nThis presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011.\n\nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-healthy-sleep-habits-helping-you-get-a-good-nights-sleep/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO's SCALE Program (Supporting Caregiver Awareness\, Learning and Empowerment)
DESCRIPTION:The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their own mental health and well-being. Participants will receive strategies\, tools\, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions. \nOur Program \nWeekly Psychoeducational Webinars \n\nYou can sign up for the entire session or individual weeks\, depending on your availability and/or interest.\nWatch live or recorded. All live webinars have been recorded and will be posted exclusively on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. Only registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar.\n\nOnline Group Coaching and Individual Counselling \n\nCounselling is free and confidential as well as optional to register for.\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, and registration is based on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nTo receive the maximum benefit from the group and individual counselling\, it is highly encouraged to also take part in the weekly webinars.\n\nRegistration \n\nA zoom link to join live will be emailed to those who register.\nAn online booking link will also be sent to everyone who registers with the opportunity to register for group and/or individual counselling through Dynamic Health.\n\nOther Information \n\nFrequently asked questions\nFor more information\, please visit The Scale Program on our website.\nPlease contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar.\n\nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \n  \n\n\nPlease note that all live webinars are from 12 p.m – 1 p.m Eastern Time \nSESSION 1: UNDERSTANDING THE EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE OF CAREGIVING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Your Caregiving Journey (February 8th) \nExplore the stages of caregiving while heightening your understanding of the care recipient’s experience. The transition into the role of a caregiver evolves through these three stages: \n\nThe Catastrophic Event\nTaking on the Role\nMoving into Advocacy\n\nTogether\, we will explore each stage to understand the impact of each event within your own caregiving role\, as well as the shifts it brings to your relationship with your care recipient. We will also begin to discuss the shifts you can make to improve your experience as a caregiver and manage the stress the caregiving relationship has on you. \nWeek 2: How Caregiving Stress Affects You (February 15th) \nExplore the physical\, emotional\, and mental impacts of caregiving. \nThe stress of caring for a person with an illness can take both a physical and mental toll on a caregiver. In this session\, you will begin to understand how the nervous system responds to this stress and how this can be both helpful and harmful to the body. Together\, we will explore the difference between stress and burnout and key signs of when you should seek help. \nWeek 3: How Caregivers can Manage Anxiety & Anger (February 22nd) \nExplore where the feelings of anxiety and anger come from\, and how to manage them in the context of your caregiving role. \nUnderstand anger and recognize that it is an acceptable emotion to express as a caregiver. Learn about anxiety and how it can be a positive emotion that alerts us to any danger but can also be a negative emotion that starts to impact our mental health when we become overwhelmed. \nThis session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion and unpack the cognitive distortions we face when dealing with feelings of anxiety and anger. In addition\, we will also be working on non-violent communication with our negative thoughts\, allowing us to consider a different way to speak to ourselves and giving us more self-compassion. \nWeek 4: How Caregivers can Manage Sadness & Guilt (March 1st) \nExplore the feelings that drag you down and keep reminding you that you aren’t doing enough and about the cognitive distortions that keep you in the shame-cycle. \nUnderstand different caregiver’s experiences of sadness and guilt. Learn about the signs of guilt and the common themes often associated with guilt as a caregiver. This session will help you differentiate between two coping pathways: (1) thoughts and (2) emotion. Too often we face cognitive distortions\, the sneaky ways your mind convinces you of something that isn’t really true. Learn to identify and unpack these cognitive distortions that you may be having as a caregiver like “I should be able to care for her on my own at home” or “I’m a failure as a daughter.” We will question these negative thoughts and ask\, “is this 100% true?”. We will also explore the emotion of sadness and the triggers that cause it\, including the grieving process. \nSESSION 2: STRATEGIES FOR CAREGIVERS MENTAL WELLBEING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Become a Mindful Caregiver (March 8th) \nExplore the seven attitudes of mindfulness and how this can be integrated into your caregiving relationship. \nIn this session\, we will explore practical suggestions to activate your parasympathetic nervous system to trigger a state of relaxation\, while learning mindfulness-based exercises you can easily do at home as a caregiver. We also learn and unpack the seven attitudes of mindfulness to help you within your caregiving relationship: (1) non-judgement\, (2) patience\, (3) A beginner’s mind\, (4) trust\, (5) non-striving\, (6) acceptance and (7) and letting go. \nWeek 2: The Self-Compassionate Caregiver (March 15th) \nManage your inner critic through developing your soothing self. \nIn this session\, we will learn how to utilize the mind-body connection to bring relaxation\, self- compassion\, and overall mindfulness to our experiences. There is significant research demonstrating the positive impact of practicing mindfulness techniques on one’s emotional health and ability to cope with ongoing stress. Together\, we will explore the meaning of self-compassion and its three components: (1) notice your suffering\, (2) treat yourself with kindness and (3) remembering that you are human. You will walk away with practical tips and strategies to incorporate self-compassion into your life and caregiving role. \nWeek 3: Find Your Caregiving Strengths (March 22nd) \nExplore the top attributes and resources that you already possess that enable you to succeed in your caregiving role. \nIn this session\, you will learn about your own character strengths\, understand how they impact your caregiving role\, and learn how to maximize these strengths to bring about hope and well-being. You will learn about the 24-character strengths in the Values in Action Model and understand how we can overuse or underuse them. You will have the opportunity to take a free survey to discover your own character strengths based on the science of well-being and learn how your strengths can empower you within your caregiving role. You will also learn how to start noticing strengths in others\, particularly your care recipient\, and how this can impact your relationship. \nWeek 4: Time for Self-Care while Caregiving (March 29th) \nExplore strategies on how to integrate psychological and physical tools to manage your mental health daily. \nIn this session\, you will learn the concept of self-care and the repercussions of not prioritizing some time for yourself as a caregiver. Together\, we will explore the ABC’s of self-care\, as well as\, its five dimensions and suggestions to improve each dimension: (1) professional self-care\, (2) spiritual self-care\, (3) social self-care\, (4)\, emotional self-care and (5) physical self-care. Strategies and tools presented are based on Motivational Interviewing skills\, health coaching techniques and integrative health assessment quizzes. \n  \n\n\nOur Speakers \nShoshana Kulik (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Shoshana has provided support to caregivers through the SCALE program since fall 2020. She works compassionately to help caregivers feel supported and has a strong awareness of the physical and emotional challenges that caregivers experience. She has run many support groups\, including those for individuals struggling with grief and for those impacted by a loved one’s illness. Shoshana utilizes the strengths-based model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth\, as well as a solution-focused approach. Her history of being a spiritual leader can help those who appreciate spirituality to find strength from the spiritual to help deal with challenging times. \nNaomi Levine (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals\, families\, and groups at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. She has worked in youth corrections\, a trauma program for children\, youth and their families\, and\, currently\, practices trauma-informed psychotherapy with adults and families. She has been an intersessional lecturer at McMaster University\, teaching Mindfulness and Cognitive Therapy to undergraduate students. She also supervises graduate students who are completing their clinical internships. Naomi completed her master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Toronto in 2008. Naomi brings curiosity and compassion to her work with caregivers\, giving them the space to explore their struggles and cultivate self-compassion and effective self-care. \nMalki Nadoff (AAPC CMCC) is a Certified Coach and Counsellor providing relationship and emotion coaching at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Malki has personal experience caring for aging parents who struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease and other complex medical issues. Using both positive psychology and a goal-oriented approach\, Malki helps caregivers navigate the difficulty inherent in caring from aging parents. She works with compassion and sensitivity helping caregivers acknowledge and appreciate the rewards that can come with caring for one’s parents. She is also a speaker at non-profit events empowering individuals to work through difficult family dynamics. \n\nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ocos-scale-program-supporting-caregiver-awareness-learning-and-empowerment/2022-02-08/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar - Caregiving and Eating Disorders: Expect the Unexpected
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving and Eating Disorders: Expect the Unexpected\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nNobody is to blame for an eating disorder. Although you may be trying to help\, it may seem like you are constantly fighting an uphill battle. Eating Disorders are extremely complicated and impact not only the sufferer but also family members in ways that are hard to imagine. As caregivers\, our ability to look after ourselves is tested every day. Learning to expect the unexpected and to approach each day as a new beginning has been key for webinar presenters\, Wendy Preskow and Michelle D’Amico\, in navigating their caregiving journeys. As Wendy and Michelle share their respective caregiving experiences in this webinar\, attendees will learn about the caregiver’s role in supporting recovery from an eating disorder and some helpful strategies and resources. Strategies and resources for caring for the caregiver will also be explored. \nOur Speakers \nWendy Preskow founded the National Initiative for Eating Disorders in 2012\, after realizing that there was very little help available for her daughter\, who was suffering from this serious mental illness. Over the past nine years\, Wendy has been a strong advocate for change\, speaking about the need for increased funding for early intervention and treatment\, and about her role as a compassionate caregiver to her adult daughter who continues to strive for inner peace and happiness. \n  \nMichelle D’Amico has been a volunteer with NIED for the past five years and has been in the Executive Director role since November 2021\, when she left her career in the federal government to work with NIED. Michelle is the parent of a young adult who developed an eating disorder as a teenager and is now committed to sharing her caregiving journey with others\, so they don’t feel alone. \nPlease Note: \n\nThis presentation is available in English only.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011\n\nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-caregiving-and-eating-disorders-expect-the-unexpected/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: The 8 A's of Dementia
DESCRIPTION:The 8 A’s of dementia\nDementia is a general term referring to a variety of brain disorders. By understanding the reasons for the changes in behaviour of a person living with dementia\, caregivers can improve their skills to support and help the person make use of their remaining abilities. The 8 A’s of dementia give us clues to understand the meaning behind the behaviours and the brain changes that contribute to them. In this webinar\, participants will learn about the 8 A’s of dementia\, recognize their impact on behaviour\, how to shift our expectations and ways to communicate more effectively.\n\nOur Speaker:\nJosée Desrochers Leduc is the Education Coordinator for the Alzheimer Society Cornwall & District. She has extensive experience working in the health care system. In her role\, she provides educational support to people living with dementia\, their families\, caregivers\, and health care professionals. Josée coordinates a variety of programs and has led educational workshops on various topics. She is very passionate about dementia care. Her goal is to educate more people about the impact of stigmatization on people living with dementia and their families.\nPlease Note:\nThis presentation will be available in French on January 20th. Click here to register for the French webinar.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011.\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca.\nSi vous éprouvez de la difficulté pour vous inscrire\, communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca ou téléphonez-nous au 1-888-877-1626 X 1011.\n\nRegister for free on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-the-8-as-of-dementia/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Caregiving During the Holidays: Expectation vs Reality\, and Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is packed with messages that no matter what\, life is good! However\, this ideal is often not the reality\, especially for those who are in the sacred role of being a caregiver. This webinar will look at all the direct and hidden messages of how we should be feeling around the holidays and how it often collides with the reality of being a caregiver\, which can include loss and grief. Self-care is never selfish so this webinar will highlight how to incorporate daily practices that show kindness and consideration to oneself. The webinar will also review how COVID-19 continues to provide increased hardship for caregivers\, especially during the holiday season. The participants in this webinar will learn:\n\nThe subtle but overwhelming messages about the joy of the holidays and how that may add to a caregiver’s burden.\nHow to identify old\, ingrained family practices that may be difficult to continue during the holiday season.\nPractical and helpful ways of creating new practices and rituals that may complement caregiving.\nThe importance of increasing self-care during the holidays and how to incorporate kindness and consideration into one’s daily routine.\n\n\nOur Presenter:\n\nEugene Dufour is an Individual\, Marital\, and Family Therapist\, Bereavement Specialist\, Compassion Fatigue Educator\, and a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Consultant. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degree from King’s College at the University of Western Ontario. He has been working in bereavement\, trauma work\, hospice palliative care\, and the HIV/AIDS movement for the past 30 years. He is a past president of the Ontario Palliative Care Association and the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. In 2002\, Eugene received the Commemorative Medal for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee by the Governor-General of Canada for his work in hospice palliative care. In June 2019\, Eugene was named a Paul Harris Fellow by The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International for his involvement in establishing the Rotary Hospice of Stratford Perth.\nEugene presently works as a Psychosocial Spiritual Care Clinician with the Huron Perth Palliative Care Outreach Team. In March of 2012\, Eugene and Michelle O’Rourke published their book: Embracing The End of Life: Help for Those Who Accompany the Dying.\n\nNOTES:\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.aidantsontario.ca our 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\n\nRegister on Evenbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-caregiving-during-the-holidays-expectation-vs-reality-and-self-care/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Supporting Kin\, Adoptive Parents and Caregivers: Challenges and Support
DESCRIPTION:A webinar on the challenges and supports for kin\, adoptive parents and caregivers.\n\nAbout this event\n\nIn this webinar\, adoptive and kinship parents and other caregivers caring for children who may be at higher risk for mental health challenges will learn about issues they may face and how to get the support they need along this caregiving journey.\nWhether you are caring for a baby or older child\, adopted locally or internationally\, caregivers experience some common issues. Join our speakers\, Helen Dawkes-Brown and Tanice Donaldson\, as they help you understand the challenges\, gain insights on the adoption and permanency journey\, and learn about support services and how to access them. Come prepared with your questions and leave with a better understanding of how you can be supported to achieve permanency for the children you care for so that they may reach their full potential.\nOur Speakers:\nHelen Dawkes-Brown\, B.A.\, B.S.W. RSW\, Private Adoption Social Worker\nHelen has worked in the field of adoption for almost 30 years\, both with the Children’s Aid Society and private sector\, as well as international adoptions. She has been a presenter on various adoption topics\, an expert witness in court on matters of adoption\, and has facilitated adoption support groups. Helen is also the Chairperson for the Private Adoption Practitioners of Eastern Ontario and has served on several Provincial government committees regarding adoption issues.\n\nNicole Renaud\, Regional Parent Liaison\, Western Region\, Adopt4Life \nNicole is a mother to five amazing children through birth and adoption. She has experience in areas that include public adoption\, sibling group adoption\, foster to adopt and openness. Her family enjoys and values openness with her children’s siblings and their extended family. She has parenting experience with Tourette Syndrome\, learning disabilities\, cognitive delays\, ADHD\, SPD\, NAS\, PANS/PANDAS\, mental health challenges\, developmental delays and complex trauma. Nicole has a degree in Psychology and Family and Social Relations. She has advocated for her children within the school system and with health professionals across Canada for services\, diagnoses and supports. Nicole is dedicated to supporting the needs of children and families. \n\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\nCette présentation sera diffusée en anglais seulement. Pour toute difficulté avec votre inscription ou pour toute question\, veuillez nous écrire un courriel à l’adresse info@ontariocaregiver.ca\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011\nRegistration on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/supporting-kin-adoptive-parents-and-caregivers-challenges-and-support/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Ontario Caregiver Organization Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) exists to improve the lives of caregivers across Ontario. If you are a family/friend caregiver\, work in the health or social services sector\, or are an employer of caregivers\, this Virtual Open House will provide valuable information about our free resources\, programs\, and services for caregivers. Join us for an informative session to find out more about our programs and services listed here!\n\n-Information & Resources for caregivers and providers\n-Education Programs\n-Caregiver Peer Support\n-How to get involved\n\nThe Ontario Caregiver Organization is funded by the Ministry of Health and was established in 2018 in response to the need to expand caregiver support in Ontario. Caregiver needs are at the core of all our programs and services.\n\nOur Speakers\n\nKatie Muirhead is the Regional Lead reaching out to communities and caregivers across western Ontario. Katie has lived experience as a caregiver in the areas of mental health and addictions\, autism spectrum disorders and aging populations\n\nFelicia White is the Program and Service Lead for OCO’s Workplace and Helpline programs\, she also oversees the Caregiver Support Team.\n\nKathleen Slemon is the Program Lead\, Peer Support and oversees the 1:1 Peer Support Program\, Online Support Groups and Young\nCaregiver supports.\n\nClayo Laanemets is the Program Lead for Mental Health & Wellbeing at OCO. She oversees the SCALE program and the development of resources and supports for caregivers’ mental health and caregivers of mental illness and addictions. Clayo was a young caregiver to a family member with schizophrenia\, so she is passionate about reducing system barriers for caregivers and their families and advocating for changes within mental health care.\n\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only.\n\nCette présentation sera diffusée en anglais seulement. Pour toute difficulté avec votre inscription ou pour toute question\, veuillez nous écrire un courriel à l’adresse info@ontariocaregiver.ca\n\nPour de l’information sur nos programmes et services en français\, visitez www.aidantsontario.ca our communiquez avec nous par courriel à info@ontariocaregiver.ca.\n\nFor any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011Registration on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ontario-caregiver-organization-virtual-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211102T120000
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SUMMARY:The Scale Program: Strategies for Caregivers Mental Wellbeing (Session 2)
DESCRIPTION:SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers \nAbout this event \nThe SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their own mental health and well-being. Participants will receive strategies\, tools\, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions. \nOur Program \nWeekly Psychoeducational Webinars \nWebinars are divided into two 4-week sessions\, see session 2 topics listed below.\nYou can sign up for the entire session or individual weeks\, depending on your availability and/or interest.\nWatch live or recorded. All live webinars have been recorded and will be posted exclusively on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. Only registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar.\nOnline Group Coaching and Individual Counselling \nCounselling is free and confidential as well as optional to register for.\nSpaces are limited\, and registration is based on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nTo receive the maximum benefit from the group and individual counselling\, it is highly encouraged to also take part in the weekly webinars.\nRegistration \nA zoom link to join live will be emailed to those who register.\nAn online booking link will also be sent to everyone who registers with the opportunity to register for group and/or individual counselling through Dynamic Health.\nOther Information \nFrequently Asked Questions \nFor more information\, please visit The Scale Program on our website \nPlease contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar. \nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \nPlease note that all live webinars are from 12 p.m – 1 p.m Eastern Time \nSESSION 2: STRATEGIES FOR CAREGIVERS MENTAL WELLBEING \nThe following topics will be explored each week: \nWeek 1: Become a Mindful Caregiver (November 2nd) \nExplore the seven attitudes of mindfulness and how this can be integrated into your caregiving relationship. \nIn this session\, we will explore practical suggestions to activate your parasympathetic nervous system to trigger a state of relaxation\, while learning mindfulness-based exercises you can easily do at home as a caregiver. We also learn and unpack the seven attitudes of mindfulness to help you within your caregiving relationship: (1) non-judgement\, (2) patience\, (3) A beginner’s mind\, (4) trust\, (5) non-striving\, (6) acceptance and (7) and letting go. \nWeek 2: The Self-Compassionate Caregiver (November 9th) \nManage your inner critic through developing your soothing self. \nIn this session\, we will learn how to utilize the mind-body connection to bring relaxation\, self- compassion\, and overall mindfulness to our experiences. There is significant research demonstrating the positive impact of practicing mindfulness techniques on one’s emotional health and ability to cope with ongoing stress. Together\, we will explore the meaning of self-compassion and its three components: (1) notice your suffering\, (2) treat yourself with kindness and (3) remembering that you are human. You will walk away with practical tips and strategies to incorporate self-compassion into your life and caregiving role. \nWeek 3: Find Your Caregiving Strengths (November 16th) \nExplore the top attributes and resources that you already possess that enable you to succeed in your caregiving role. \nIn this session\, you will learn about your own character strengths\, understand how they impact your caregiving role\, and learn how to maximize these strengths to bring about hope and well-being. You will learn about the 24-character strengths in the Values in Action Model and understand how we can overuse or underuse them. You will have the opportunity to take a free survey to discover your own character strengths based on the science of well-being and learn how your strengths can empower you within your caregiving role. You will also learn how to start noticing strengths in others\, particularly your care recipient\, and how this can impact your relationship. \nWeek 4: Time for Self-Care while Caregiving (November 23rd) \nExplore strategies on how to integrate psychological and physical tools to manage your mental health daily. \nIn this session\, you will learn the concept of self-care and the repercussions of not prioritizing some time for yourself as a caregiver. Together\, we will explore the ABC’s of self-care\, as well as\, its five dimensions and suggestions to improve each dimension: (1) professional self-care\, (2) spiritual self-care\, (3) social self-care\, (4)\, emotional self-care and (5) physical self-care. Strategies and tools presented are based on Motivational Interviewing skills\, health coaching techniques and integrative health assessment quizzes. \nOur Speakers \nShoshana Kulik (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Shoshana has provided support to caregivers through the SCALE program since fall 2020. She works compassionately to help caregivers feel supported and has a strong awareness of the physical and emotional challenges that caregivers experience. She has run many support groups\, including those for individuals struggling with grief and for those impacted by a loved one’s illness. Shoshana utilizes the strengths-based model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth\, as well as a solution-focused approach. Her history of being a spiritual leader can help those who appreciate spirituality to find strength from the spiritual to help deal with challenging times. \nNaomi Levine (MSW RSW) is a Registered Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals\, families\, and groups at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. She has worked in youth corrections\, a trauma program for children\, youth and their families\, and\, currently\, practices trauma-informed psychotherapy with adults and families. She has been an intersessional lecturer at McMaster University\, teaching Mindfulness and Cognitive Therapy to undergraduate students. She also supervises graduate students who are completing their clinical internships. Naomi completed her master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Toronto in 2008. Naomi brings curiosity and compassion to her work with caregivers\, giving them the space to explore their struggles and cultivate self-compassion and effective self-care. \nMalki Nadoff (AAPC CMCC) is a Certified Coach and Counsellor providing relationship and emotion coaching at Dynamic Health Collaborative in North York. Malki has personal experience caring for aging parents who struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease and other complex medical issues. Using both positive psychology and a goal-oriented approach\, Malki helps caregivers navigate the difficulty inherent in caring from aging parents. She works with compassion and sensitivity helping caregivers acknowledge and appreciate the rewards that can come with caring for one’s parents. She is also a speaker at non-profit events empowering individuals to work through difficult family dynamics \nThis presentation is available in English only. For any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nCette présentation sera diffusée en anglais seulement. Pour toute difficulté avec votre inscription ou pour toute question\, veuillez nous écrire un courriel à l’adresse info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nRegister on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-scale-program-strategies-for-caregivers-mental-wellbeing-session-2/2021-11-02/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group (currently full)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caregiver? \nPhysical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. \nDiscussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member and/or OCO trained volunteer on the following days: \nTuesday between 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 2pm – 3pm (currently full) \nThursday between 2 pm – 3 pm (spaces open for registration) \nFriday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (spaces open for registration) – offered bi-weekly on the first and third Friday of the month \nAll discussions are completely confidential. \nConnect with other caregivers. Register today. \nIf these times don’t fit your schedule or you’d like to find out about other supports and programs offered by OCO\, contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nYou can also join our mailing list to receive news as soon as new online support groups or other programs become available.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group-currently-full-3/2021-10-27/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar - Quality Standards for Delirium Care: How Can I Help?
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of delirium and how family members and caregivers can support people with delirium.\n\nAbout this event\n\nIn partnership with Ontario Health\, this webinar provides an overview of delirium and how family members and caregivers can support people with or at risk for delirium. You will learn how to help prevent delirium\, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of delirium\, and ways to support your family member’s care. We will hear from a clinician and people with lived experience\, and examine various useful tools and resources for caregivers. The Ontario Caregiver Organization will moderate a question-and-answer session at the end of the webinar.\n\nAfter the webinar\, participants will be able to:\n-Understand delirium and the typical ways it presents\n-Identify the causes of delirium and take steps to prevent it\n-Take action if delirium occurs\n-Support and care for a person who is experiencing symptoms of delirium\n-Communicate effectively with health care providers about the signs and symptoms of delirium\n\nOur Clinician:\nDeborah Brown\, Nurse Practitioner\, Senior Friendly Strategy\, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre; member\, Delirium Quality Standard Advisory Committee member\nOur Caregivers:\nAngela Golding\, who has lived the impact of delirium for many years while caring for her mother.\n\nKathy Smith\, who was a caregiver for her husband who experienced delirium while he was in the intensive care unit following cardiac and vascular surgeries with long exposures to anesthesia.\n\nLisa Comeau\, who has cared for her mother\, who manifested several signs and symptoms of delirium in numerous care settings\n\nPlease note that this presentation is available in English only. For any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011.\n\nRegister for FREE via Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-quality-standards-for-delirium-care-how-can-i-help/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group (currently full)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caregiver? \nPhysical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. \nDiscussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member and/or OCO trained volunteer on the following days: \nTuesday between 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 2pm – 3pm (currently full) \nThursday between 2 pm – 3 pm (spaces open for registration) \nFriday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (spaces open for registration) – offered bi-weekly on the first and third Friday of the month \nAll discussions are completely confidential. \nConnect with other caregivers. Register today. \nIf these times don’t fit your schedule or you’d like to find out about other supports and programs offered by OCO\, contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nYou can also join our mailing list to receive news as soon as new online support groups or other programs become available.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group-currently-full-2/2021-10-27/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211026T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
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SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group (currently full)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caregiver? \nPhysical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. \nDiscussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member and/or OCO trained volunteer on the following days: \nTuesday between 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 2pm – 3pm (currently full) \nThursday between 2 pm – 3 pm (spaces open for registration) \nFriday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (spaces open for registration) – offered bi-weekly on the first and third Friday of the month \nAll discussions are completely confidential. \nConnect with other caregivers. Register today. \nIf these times don’t fit your schedule or you’d like to find out about other supports and programs offered by OCO\, contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nYou can also join our mailing list to receive news as soon as new online support groups or other programs become available.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group-currently-full/2021-10-26/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211022T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200955
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SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group (spaces open)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caregiver? \nPhysical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. \nDiscussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member and/or OCO trained volunteer on the following days: \nTuesday between 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (currently full) \nWednesday between 2pm – 3pm (currently full) \nThursday between 2 pm – 3 pm (spaces open for registration) \nFriday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (spaces open for registration) – offered bi-weekly on the first and third Friday of the month \nAll discussions are completely confidential. \nConnect with other caregivers. Register today. \nIf these times don’t fit your schedule or you’d like to find out about other supports and programs offered by OCO\, contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nYou can also join our mailing list to receive news as soon as new online support groups or other programs become available.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group-spaces-open/2021-10-22/
LOCATION:Online
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