Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This online highly effective, evidenced-based, self-care educational program for family caregivers, builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Use of computer camera and audio is required. Workshop […]
The SCALE Program (Support for Caregivers Awareness, Learning, Empowerment) nurtures mental health and wellness for caregivers. About this event The 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. Our Program […]
A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for. About this event This Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Counties. Practical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays […]
Living Life to the Full is an eight-week course that provides skills and knowledge to help you cope with life’s challenges. Join a group of 10-15 participants and use the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to learn more about mental well-being and how to make small changes to feel happier, less stressed and more […]
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a free 6-week program for caregivers. Classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative. Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers improve: - Self-care behaviours - Emotion management - Self-confidence - Use of community resources “After taking this class I am a more […]
Powerful Tools for Caregivers FREE 6-week workshop Feeling stretched thin from caring for a friend or family member? Gain information and skills to better take care of yourself while caring for someone else. By taking care of your own health and wellbeing, you become a better caregiver. Caring for a family member or friend with […]
The Champlain Dementia Network is pleased to present this online workshop, by Valerie Spironello, MSW, RSW (choosewellness.ca), for both staff and caregivers. Please share this opportunity with your networks - all are welcome. WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION The expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as […]
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 […]
This is a free, 6 week workshop series 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. Who Should Attend: Any individual who provides care to someone in their life that is living with a […]
The Practical Caregiver Training for those looking after a loved one with a life limiting illness is back. It's free and it's virtual. Join us for 5 weeks of training on various topics from Advance Care Planning, Providing Personal Care, Medication Management, Self Care, What to Expect at the End of Life, Navigating the system […]
A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for. About this event This Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Counties. Practical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays […]
Are you caring for someone with a life-limiting illness? Join us for the FREE 6-week Practical Caregiver Training. Our virtual series begins Tuesday, February 22, 2022 beginning at 2:00pm and running until 4:00pm. Each week will feature a different guest speaker and different topics, such as navigating the healthcare system, lifts and transfers without personal […]
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