3 sessions in August: August 1, 2023 1-2:30pm: Reading Peer-Reviewed Literature August 8, 2023 1-2:30pm: Advocating August 15, 2023 1-2:30: Organization and Planning, Best Practices All sessions offered on Zoom. Registration required. To register contact Dana Simpson: 905-523-1055, ext. 408 or email dana.simpson@von.ca
Caregivers play an invaluable role in our healthcare system and communities, providing an estimated three quarters of care in Ontario. Caregivers also navigate health and community spaces, programs and services for themselves and the people they care for. The majority of caregivers would like one place to go for information and for the system to […]
WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM For Tamil Caregivers: Seniors, Families & Friends Join our weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed to address your holistic health needs while enabling you to increase control over and improve your health Workshops include: self-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing, gratitude activity), information on […]
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This self-care educational program for family caregivers builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Caregiver participants learn to minimize the potentially negative impacts of caregiving in a […]
From combating stigma to speaking up and speaking out on behalf of your loved one, being an effective advocate is an essential skill for all caregivers. It does not have to be an adversarial battle. Discussion topics will include: When to speak up and speak out Effective and respectful communication Advocacy in a long term […]
WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM For Tamil Caregivers: Seniors, Families & Friends Join our weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed to address your holistic health needs while enabling you to increase control over and improve your health Workshops include: self-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing, gratitude activity), information on […]
Caring for yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. But often, caregivers prioritize the needs of others over their own. In this webinar, Laura Jackson, a registered nurse and healthcare leader will identify ways to care for yourself. You will learn: • The art and science of self-compassion […]
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This self-care educational program for family caregivers builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Caregiver participants learn to minimize the potentially negative impacts of caregiving in a […]
WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM For Tamil Caregivers: Seniors, Families & Friends Join our weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed to address your holistic health needs while enabling you to increase control over and improve your health Workshops include: self-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing, gratitude activity), information on […]
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This self-care educational program for family caregivers builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Caregiver participants learn to minimize the potentially negative impacts of caregiving in a […]
WEEKLY HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAM For Tamil Caregivers: Seniors, Families & Friends Join our weekly Health & Wellness Program for Tamil Caregivers via Zoom. Workshops are designed to address your holistic health needs while enabling you to increase control over and improve your health Workshops include: self-care practices (e.g. therapeutic drawing, gratitude activity), information on […]
Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This self-care educational program for family caregivers builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Caregiver participants learn to minimize the potentially negative impacts of caregiving in a […]
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