Ontario Caregiver Organization

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 […]

A webinar on the challenges and supports for kin, adoptive parents and caregivers. About this event In 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 […]

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 […]

The 8 A’s of dementia Dementia 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 […]

Caregiving and Eating Disorders: Expect the Unexpected About this event Nobody 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 […]

Healthy Sleep Habits – Helping you get a good night's sleep About this event Sleep 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 […]

Register for FREE on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../caregiving-and-chronic... About this event As 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 […]

About this event Today’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 […]