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SUMMARY:Tax Credits & Information for Caregivers Caring for Someone 65+
DESCRIPTION:Are you a family caregiver supporting someone 65 and over? Do you want to learn more about tax credits and how you can apply? In this webinar\, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) returns to discuss tax credits for persons with disabilities\, and caregivers of adults 65+. Join us to learn about:\n• Disability Tax Credit\n• Overview of the credit\n• Eligibility and how to apply \nCRA will also share useful information on Medical expenses\, Canada caregiver credit\, Home Accessibility Tax Credit\, Ontario Seniors’ Home Safety Tax Credit\,\nand other credits & benefits for adults 65+. \n*Please note: This webinar will not be recorded as information from CRA is updated frequently. \nOur Speaker:\nCanada Revenue Agency (CRA) is the agency responsible for administering tax laws for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/tax-credits-information-for-caregivers-caring-for-someone-65/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
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SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20231107T014333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T014333Z
UID:10001104-1699358400-1699362000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Supporting Caregiver Awareness\, Learning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program
DESCRIPTION:The SCALE Program aims to empower caregivers with practical information and skills to focus on their mental health and well-being needs by offering:\n• Weekly psychoeducational webinars (LIVE or RECORDED) are divided into two 4-week sessions (see below for Session 1 and Session 2 topics). You may register for all of Session 1\, Session 2\, or individual webinars to suit your needs.\n• Strategies\, tools\, and resources to better cope with difficult caregiving emotions.\n• Free and confidential online group and/or individual counselling (OPTIONAL). *Space is limited. Registration is based on a first-come\, first-served basis. *If you’re planning to access these services\, it is highly encouraged that you register for the full session of webinars to receive the maximum benefit from group or individual counselling. \nSeeing this past OCTOBER 10\, 2023? You can still sign-up for any of the remaining live webinars! \nSESSION 1: UNDERSTANDING THE EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE OF CAREGIVING\nOCTOBER 10 TO 31\, 2023\n(Tuesdays from 12 PM to 1PM EST)\nWeek 1: Your caregiving journey\nWeek 2: How caregiving stress affects you\nWeek 3: How caregivers can manage anxiety and anger\nWeek 4: How caregivers can manage sadness and guilt \nSESSION 2: STRATEGIES FOR CAREGIVER MENTAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING\nNOVEMBER 7 TO 28\, 2023\n(Tuesdays from 12 PM to 1PM EST)\nWeek 1: Become a mindful caregiver\nWeek 2: The self-compassionate caregiver\nWeek 3: Find your caregiver strengths\nWeek 4: Time for self-care while
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/supporting-caregiver-awareness-learning-and-empowerment-scale-program/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231031T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000293-1698760800-1698764400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-10-31/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000291-1698156000-1698159600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-10-24/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230809T225713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225713Z
UID:10000979-1698141600-1698148800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Online
DESCRIPTION:This free 6-week workshop series is designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress\, improve self-confidence and communication\, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Participants will receive a free copy of the book “The Caregiver Helpbook”. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with VON Grey Bruce.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-online-5/2023-10-24/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000282-1697551200-1697554800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-10-17/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230118T001836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T001836Z
UID:10000628-1697547600-1697553000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Power of Attorney: Information Session for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the who’s\, what’s\, and how to’s of power of attorney. This session is presented in collaboration with the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly and will be Facilitated by Graham Webb\, Lawyer and Executive Director from the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/power-of-attorney-information-session-for-caregivers-4/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Learning Centre Mississauga Halton":MAILTO:info@regionallearningcentre.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230809T225713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225713Z
UID:10000978-1697536800-1697544000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Online
DESCRIPTION:This free 6-week workshop series is designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress\, improve self-confidence and communication\, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Participants will receive a free copy of the book “The Caregiver Helpbook”. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with VON Grey Bruce.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-online-5/2023-10-17/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230810T171518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T171518Z
UID:10000986-1697112000-1697115600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Credits & Information for Caregivers with Children of All Ages
DESCRIPTION:Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) along with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is presenting a webinar for persons with disabilities\, and caregivers of children of all ages. Join us to learn more about:\n• Disability Tax Credit\n• Overview of the credit\n• Eligibility and how to apply \nWe will also discuss other tax benefits including Child Disability Benefit\, Canada Caregiver credit\, Medical expenses\, Home Accessibility Tax Credit\, Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)\, and Canada Disability Savings Grant/Bond\n*Please note: This webinar will not be recorded as information from CRA is updated frequently. \nOur Speaker:\nCanada Revenue Agency (CRA) is the agency responsible for administering tax laws for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) works to improve the standard of living and quality of life for all Canadians.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/tax-credits-information-for-caregivers-with-children-of-all-ages/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000281-1696946400-1696950000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-10-10/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230809T225713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225713Z
UID:10000977-1696932000-1696939200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Online
DESCRIPTION:This free 6-week workshop series is designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress\, improve self-confidence and communication\, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Participants will receive a free copy of the book “The Caregiver Helpbook”. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with VON Grey Bruce.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-online-5/2023-10-10/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230822T202603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T202603Z
UID:10001004-1696507200-1696510800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Managing A Complex Relationship With The Person You Care For
DESCRIPTION:Caring for another person can be challenging\, particularly when the relationship is complex or strained. You may be experiencing mixed feelings about the situation and how to best accept the caregiving role. In this webinar\, join our Caregiver Coach\, Jane Vock\, and learn about:\n• Strategies on accepting your caregiving role and the person you care for \n• Understanding what forgiveness is and how it can help you\n• Mindfulness exercise – learn to stay in the present moment\n• Letting go of negative feelings and setting boundaries\n• Find meaning for yourself – do things that make you happy\n• When and where to seek professional help\, counselling\, coaching \nOur Speaker:\nJane Vock is a registered social worker\, with over 30 years of experience working with individuals and families\, first at a community services agency\, then as a home care social worker\, and currently as a Caregiver Program Manager for SE Health and a Caregiver Coach for OCO.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/managing-a-complex-relationship-with-the-person-you-care-for/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230823T195151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T195151Z
UID:10001006-1696444200-1696447800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Community Engagement Speaker Series: Caregiver Stress & Burnout
DESCRIPTION:Being a caregiver to someone in need comes with many benefits and positive experiences\, but can also bring some challenges. More than half of caregivers report feeling stressed or burnt out. Join this webcast to hear from the Ontario Caregiver Organization and learn more about: \n\nThe differences between stress and burnout\ncommon signs and symptoms\nstrategies to support you and your own mental health/wellbeing\nthe Ontario Caregiver Organziations free programs and resources to support caregivers at any step of the caergiving experience.\n\nThe webcast will include a live Q&A
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/community-engagement-speaker-series-caregiver-stress-burnout/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Community Living Toronto":MAILTO:mailto:abinetti@cltoronto.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000279-1696341600-1696345200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-10-03/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230809T225713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225713Z
UID:10000976-1696327200-1696334400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Online
DESCRIPTION:This free 6-week workshop series is designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress\, improve self-confidence and communication\, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Participants will receive a free copy of the book “The Caregiver Helpbook”. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with VON Grey Bruce.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-online-5/2023-10-03/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000274-1695736800-1695740400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230809T225713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225713Z
UID:10000975-1695722400-1695729600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Online
DESCRIPTION:This free 6-week workshop series is designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress\, improve self-confidence and communication\, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Participants will receive a free copy of the book “The Caregiver Helpbook”. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with VON Grey Bruce.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-online-5/2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230713T171919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T171919Z
UID:10000938-1695297600-1695301200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Healthcare Consent Laws and Rules
DESCRIPTION:Ontario’s healthcare consent laws and rules are complex and may be difficult for caregivers to understand. Yet\, having the right legal information can help everyone feel informed and empowered to support the best patient care. In collaboration with the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly\, join us to learn more about legal topics including:\n• Substitute Decision-Making for Property and Personal Care\n• Healthcare Consent and Advance Care Planning\n• General information on Henson Trusts\, and Wills \nOur speaker: Graham Webb\nGraham has been the Executive Director of ACE since October 2016. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1983\, was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1985\, and obtained an LL.M. (Tax) from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2001. Before joining ACE in 1995\, Graham was engaged in private practice in Barrie\, Ontario\, in a general practice with emphasis on civil and criminal litigation. He has appeared in civil and criminal matters at all levels of courts and tribunals\, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Graham gives periodic legal education presentations on elder law issues to older adults and service providers\, including healthcare professionals and other lawyers. Graham is a Distinguished Fellow of the Canadian Centre for Elder Law Studies. \nWebsite: https://www.acelaw.ca\nTwitter: @acelawyers\nYouTube: @AdvocacyCentrefortheElderly \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/understanding-healthcare-consent-laws-and-rules/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000269-1695132000-1695135600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-09-19/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230809T225713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T225713Z
UID:10000974-1695117600-1695124800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Online
DESCRIPTION:This free 6-week workshop series is designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to look after themselves. The program helps to reduce stress\, improve self-confidence and communication\, find balance and identify valuable community resources. Participants will receive a free copy of the book “The Caregiver Helpbook”. \nThis workshop is presented in partnership with VON Grey Bruce.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-online-5/2023-09-19/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230629T182725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T182725Z
UID:10000927-1694696400-1694700000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Central Registry: Caregiver Supports
DESCRIPTION:The Central Registry program\, offered through Nucleus Independent Living\, provides a number of services and resources that can help to support family caregivers in their role. Join us for this one hour webinar to meet the Central Registy team and find out more about this hidden gem for caregivers! Discussion topics will include: \n\nan overview of the Central Registry program\nthe services and resources available through Central Registry including the Caregiver Recharge program\nthe referral process and how to apply for services\nprogram criteria requirements and how to overcome eligibility barriers\n\n  \nThis webinar is ideal for family caregivers and health care providers who directly support caregivers in their work.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/central-registry-caregiver-supports/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Learning Centre Mississauga Halton":MAILTO:info@regionallearningcentre.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230724T193116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T193116Z
UID:10000946-1694692800-1694696400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:How to provide support to people having surgery
DESCRIPTION:People undergoing surgery will need support for all stages of care. If you’re supporting someone who is having surgery\, it is important to know about preoperative patient care\, the surgery process\, and postoperative care for the prevention of surgical site infections. In partnership with Ontario Health\, this\nwebinar will provide caregivers with information\, resources\, and tools to understand:\n• The Ontario Health Quality Standard for Surgical Site Infections; what it is\, why it has been developed\, and how to use the patient guide to know what to ask for in your care.\n• The role that health care providers play in collaboration with patients and their caregivers to prevent surgical site infections for people having surgery that requires an incision (a cut through the skin).\n• Steps in determining the risk of getting a surgical site infection\, and who to contact if there are concerns about wound healing.\n• Empowering caregivers with questions to ask healthcare providers in advance of surgery. \nOur Speakers:\n• Megan Graham\, a former surgical patient\, who will share her lived experience\n• Dr. Claudia Malic\, current Vice-Chair of Quality and Patient Safety for the Department of Surgery\, University of Ottawa \nWho should attend? Caregivers who are supporting someone undergoing surgery\, or anyone interested in learning more about preventing surgical site infections.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/how-to-provide-support-to-people-having-surgery/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000268-1694527200-1694530800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-09-12/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000264-1693922400-1693926000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-09-05/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000260-1693317600-1693321200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-08-29/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
UID:10000257-1692712800-1692716400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers: Seniors\, Families & Friends by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM\nFor Tamil Caregivers:\nSeniors\, Families & Friends \nJoin our weekly Health & Wellness Program\nfor Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed\nto address your holistic health needs while enabling\nyou to increase control over and improve your health \nWorkshops include:\nself-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing\, gratitude activity)\,\ninformation on mental (e.g. stress management\, coping skills) and\nphysical health (e.g. pain management\, cardiovascular health)\,\nseasonal health information (e.g. influenza)\, and much more \nEvery Tuesday from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nRegistration required\nContact: 416-948-6948 or\ndjayapathy@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/weekly-health-wellness-program-for-tamil-caregivers-seniors-families-friends-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2023-08-22/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230406T222433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T222433Z
UID:10000716-1692273600-1692277200@ontariocaregiver.ca
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:20230815T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T050157
CREATED:20230404T174930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T174930Z
UID:10000703-1692109800-1692115200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Paula DeRonde Caregiver Series: Living in Smalls
DESCRIPTION:Living in Smalls is a philosophy that emphasizes finding joy in the tiniest pleasures. As Paula’s husband\, Bert\, progressed through his disease\, Paula found pleasure in his abilities even as they diminished. Discussion topics will include: \n\nFinding the moments of joy\nResponding to little miracles\nKnowing that small is relative\n\nIn this fourth and final session of the Caregiver Insights series\, Paula discusses how she found pleasures when they were not small at all to the last breath when they were tiny yet impactful. \nThis workshop is open to caregivers as well as health care providers that support family caregivers in their work.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/paula-deronde-caregiver-series-living-in-smalls/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Learning Centre Mississauga Halton":MAILTO:info@regionallearningcentre.ca
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