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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/2022-03-22/
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Self-Management Program Central East
DESCRIPTION: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 is hosted using Zoom Platform. \nDATE(S)\nTuesdays\, 1:00PM to 2:30PM \nFebruary 22 to March 29\, 2022 \nREGISTRATION CONTACT\nSelf-Management Program Central East\n1 866 971 5545 \nREGISTRATION FEE\nFree
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-self-management-program-central-east-3/2022-03-22/
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-2022-03-22/2022-03-22/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:5-week virtual practical caregiver training course by Anne Jansen
DESCRIPTION:A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties. \nPractical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays from March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants must commit to the same class time for all 5 weeks. Please see instructions for registering below. \nSubjects Covered: \n\nThe Role of the Caregiver\nCommunicating with loved ones and healthcare professionals\nLifts and Transfers and Body Mechanics\nProviding Personal Care\nMedication Management\nEnd of Life\nAdvance Care Planning and Grief\nSelf Care\n\nThis training is developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. It is intended for unpaid caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties only. \nClasses are kept small with a maximum of 12 participants. \n**** \nInstructions for Registering.\nPlease click on the red “Select a Date” button on the right hand side of your screen. \nPlease choose either \nMAR 1 Tue\, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST \nor \nMAR 1Tue\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST. \nClick on “Register” to choose and be taken to the next page. \nClick on “Register “to confirm. \nYou only need to choose one date. \n**** \nWe thank all who apply. This training is regionally specific and therefore only available to those caring for someone in the Counties of Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/5-week-virtual-practical-caregiver-training-course-by-anne-jansen/2022-03-22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220317T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220317T163000
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SUMMARY:Living Life to the Full Course for Caregivers by Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario
DESCRIPTION: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 in control. \nFree registration. Online course. \nOrientation: Thursday\, February 3\, 2022; 3:00 to 4:30 pm\nCourse starts February 10\, to March 31\, 2022 – 3:00 to 4.30 pm \nOnline through Zoom – This course is for Caregivers of all ages \nRegistration through email: hroussel@ontario.cmha.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/living-life-to-the-full-course-for-caregivers-by-canadian-mental-health-association-ontario/2022-03-17/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220317T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220317T150000
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CREATED:20210921T190028Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Central East LHIN Self-Management Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPowerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers improve: \n– Self-care behaviours \n– Emotion management \n– Self-confidence \n– Use of community resources \n“After taking this class I am a more confident caregiver! Having tools to resolve problems is a definite advantage in becoming a happier\, wiser\, and healthier me… and a healthier us!” \nThursdays 1:00-2:30pm from February 24th to March 31\, 2022 Hosted on Zoom. \nUse of camera and microphone is mandatory. \nTo register: Call Heather at 705-457-1392 x3405
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-central-east-lhin-self-management-program-2/2022-03-17/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220317T120000
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Kingston Community Health Centres
DESCRIPTION:Powerful Tools for Caregivers\nFREE 6-week workshop \nFeeling 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. \nCaring for a family member or friend with a health condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially challenging. This free\, six-week workshop is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend\, whether they are helping a parent\, spouse\, friend\, someone who lives at home\, in a nursing home\, or across the country. \nThis class will give you tools to help:\n• Reduce stress\n• Improve self-confidence\n• Manage time\, set goals\, and solve problems\n• Better communicate your feelings\, needs\, and concerns\n• Make tough decisions\n• Locate helpful resources \nThursdays\, February 24 to March 31\, 2022.\n10:00 am to 12:00pm including a 30-minute break.\nHosted online on Zoom.\n*Please note that there is an online 15 min orientation session on how to use Zoom on Thursday\, February 10 at 10:00am. \nReceive a FREE copy of the Caregiver Helpbook and of the meditation CD/MP3 Relaxation for Mind and Body. \nREGISTER ONLINE TODAY as spaces are limited! You can register by visiting\nwww.livingwellseontario.ca.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-kingston-community-health-centres/2022-03-17/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220316T120000
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CREATED:20220118T012540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T012540Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by SW Self Management Program
DESCRIPTION: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.\nWho Should Attend:\nAny individual who provides care to someone in their life that is living with a health condition including caring for a spouse\, child\, sibling\, friend\, loved-one etc.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-sw-self-management-program/2022-03-16/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T200000
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SUMMARY:Practical Caregiver Training by Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville
DESCRIPTION: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 and more. This is a peer facilitated workshop led by a local team including a Caregiver\, Palliative Care Nurse and Physiotherapist. \nThis workshop series will be offered by Zoom on Tuesdays March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants can choose to attend either the morning class from 9-11AM or the evening class from 6-8PM. \nWe will provide a brief zoom orientation session if required. \nRegister for the Training HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/practical-caregiver-training-5-week-virtual-workshop-series-registration-229766556957\nView the poster HERE \nThe Practical Caregiver Training was developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and is sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. Please kindly help us spread the word by sharing this email with clients\, friends\, family and colleagues who you think might benefit from this workshop series. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Anne at practicalcaregivinglanark@gmail.com or Martha at helpfromhospice@gmail.com.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/practical-caregiver-training-by-lanark-leeds-and-grenville/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T200000
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SUMMARY:5-week virtual practical caregiver training course by Anne Jansen
DESCRIPTION:A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties. \nPractical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays from March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants must commit to the same class time for all 5 weeks. Please see instructions for registering below. \nSubjects Covered: \n\nThe Role of the Caregiver\nCommunicating with loved ones and healthcare professionals\nLifts and Transfers and Body Mechanics\nProviding Personal Care\nMedication Management\nEnd of Life\nAdvance Care Planning and Grief\nSelf Care\n\nThis training is developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. It is intended for unpaid caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties only. \nClasses are kept small with a maximum of 12 participants. \n**** \nInstructions for Registering.\nPlease click on the red “Select a Date” button on the right hand side of your screen. \nPlease choose either \nMAR 1 Tue\, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST \nor \nMAR 1Tue\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST. \nClick on “Register” to choose and be taken to the next page. \nClick on “Register “to confirm. \nYou only need to choose one date. \n**** \nWe thank all who apply. This training is regionally specific and therefore only available to those caring for someone in the Counties of Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/5-week-virtual-practical-caregiver-training-course-by-anne-jansen-2/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220125T220134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T220134Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Caregiver Training by The Heart of Hastings Hospice
DESCRIPTION:Are you caring for someone with a life-limiting illness? \nJoin us for the FREE 6-week Practical Caregiver Training. \nOur virtual series begins Tuesday\, February 22\, 2022 beginning at 2:00pm and running until 4:00pm. \nEach week will feature a different guest speaker and different topics\, such as navigating the healthcare system\, lifts and transfers without personal injury\, best practice hands on care\, what to expect in the last days of life\, information on MAID\, and more. \nTo register or for more information\, contact:\nTristan Lindsay\n613-437-1880 x 105\ntlindsay@heartofhastingshospice.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/practical-caregiver-training-by-the-heart-of-hastings-hospice/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20210122T003255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T003255Z
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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/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T221615Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Self-Management Program Central East
DESCRIPTION: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 is hosted using Zoom Platform. \nDATE(S)\nTuesdays\, 1:00PM to 2:30PM \nFebruary 22 to March 29\, 2022 \nREGISTRATION CONTACT\nSelf-Management Program Central East\n1 866 971 5545 \nREGISTRATION FEE\nFree
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-self-management-program-central-east-3/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED: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-2022-03-15/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20211224T021957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211224T021957Z
UID:10000321-1647334800-1647342000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:5-week virtual practical caregiver training course by Anne Jansen
DESCRIPTION:A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties. \nPractical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays from March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants must commit to the same class time for all 5 weeks. Please see instructions for registering below. \nSubjects Covered: \n\nThe Role of the Caregiver\nCommunicating with loved ones and healthcare professionals\nLifts and Transfers and Body Mechanics\nProviding Personal Care\nMedication Management\nEnd of Life\nAdvance Care Planning and Grief\nSelf Care\n\nThis training is developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. It is intended for unpaid caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties only. \nClasses are kept small with a maximum of 12 participants. \n**** \nInstructions for Registering.\nPlease click on the red “Select a Date” button on the right hand side of your screen. \nPlease choose either \nMAR 1 Tue\, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST \nor \nMAR 1Tue\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST. \nClick on “Register” to choose and be taken to the next page. \nClick on “Register “to confirm. \nYou only need to choose one date. \n**** \nWe thank all who apply. This training is regionally specific and therefore only available to those caring for someone in the Counties of Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/5-week-virtual-practical-caregiver-training-course-by-anne-jansen/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220115T012220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220115T012220Z
UID:10000341-1646913600-1646917200@ontariocaregiver.ca
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/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220309T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220309T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20211224T000724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211224T000724Z
UID:10000315-1646821800-1646825400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Talking About Medications Workshop Series by Bruyère
DESCRIPTION:Do you know how to talk to health care providers about medications? \nJoin us for three free virtual workshops via Zoom to help older adults and their care partners have conversations with health care providers\nabout medications. \nMONDAY\nJanuary 10\, 17\, 24\n▪ 10-11:30 AM EST or\n▪ 1-2:30 PM EST\nTHURSDAY\nJanuary 13\, 20\, 27\n▪ 10-11:30 AM EST\nWEDNESDAY\nFebruary 23\, March 2\, 9\n▪ 10-11:30 AM EST \nRegistration options: \nEmail us at:\ndeprescribing@bruyere.org \nPhone us at:\n613-562-6262 EXT 1508
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/talking-about-medications-workshop-series-by-bruyere-2022-03-09/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220211T034402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T034402Z
UID:10000366-1646157600-1646164800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Practical Caregiver Training by Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville
DESCRIPTION: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 and more. This is a peer facilitated workshop led by a local team including a Caregiver\, Palliative Care Nurse and Physiotherapist. \nThis workshop series will be offered by Zoom on Tuesdays March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants can choose to attend either the morning class from 9-11AM or the evening class from 6-8PM. \nWe will provide a brief zoom orientation session if required. \nRegister for the Training HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/practical-caregiver-training-5-week-virtual-workshop-series-registration-229766556957\nView the poster HERE \nThe Practical Caregiver Training was developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and is sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. Please kindly help us spread the word by sharing this email with clients\, friends\, family and colleagues who you think might benefit from this workshop series. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Anne at practicalcaregivinglanark@gmail.com or Martha at helpfromhospice@gmail.com.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/practical-caregiver-training-by-lanark-leeds-and-grenville/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20211224T022256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211224T022256Z
UID:10000324-1646157600-1646164800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:5-week virtual practical caregiver training course by Anne Jansen
DESCRIPTION:A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties. \nPractical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays from March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants must commit to the same class time for all 5 weeks. Please see instructions for registering below. \nSubjects Covered: \n\nThe Role of the Caregiver\nCommunicating with loved ones and healthcare professionals\nLifts and Transfers and Body Mechanics\nProviding Personal Care\nMedication Management\nEnd of Life\nAdvance Care Planning and Grief\nSelf Care\n\nThis training is developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. It is intended for unpaid caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties only. \nClasses are kept small with a maximum of 12 participants. \n**** \nInstructions for Registering.\nPlease click on the red “Select a Date” button on the right hand side of your screen. \nPlease choose either \nMAR 1 Tue\, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST \nor \nMAR 1Tue\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST. \nClick on “Register” to choose and be taken to the next page. \nClick on “Register “to confirm. \nYou only need to choose one date. \n**** \nWe thank all who apply. This training is regionally specific and therefore only available to those caring for someone in the Counties of Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/5-week-virtual-practical-caregiver-training-course-by-anne-jansen-2/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220301T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20211224T021957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211224T021957Z
UID:10000320-1646125200-1646132400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:5-week virtual practical caregiver training course by Anne Jansen
DESCRIPTION:A free 5-Week Virtual Workshop Series to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis Workshop Series is for people living in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties. \nPractical Caregiver Training will be offered by Zoom at 9-11am or 6-8pm on five consecutive Tuesdays from March 1 – 29\, 2022. Participants must commit to the same class time for all 5 weeks. Please see instructions for registering below. \nSubjects Covered: \n\nThe Role of the Caregiver\nCommunicating with loved ones and healthcare professionals\nLifts and Transfers and Body Mechanics\nProviding Personal Care\nMedication Management\nEnd of Life\nAdvance Care Planning and Grief\nSelf Care\n\nThis training is developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and sponsored by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. It is intended for unpaid caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness in Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville Counties only. \nClasses are kept small with a maximum of 12 participants. \n**** \nInstructions for Registering.\nPlease click on the red “Select a Date” button on the right hand side of your screen. \nPlease choose either \nMAR 1 Tue\, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST \nor \nMAR 1Tue\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST. \nClick on “Register” to choose and be taken to the next page. \nClick on “Register “to confirm. \nYou only need to choose one date. \n**** \nWe thank all who apply. This training is regionally specific and therefore only available to those caring for someone in the Counties of Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/5-week-virtual-practical-caregiver-training-course-by-anne-jansen/2022-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220225T021808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T021808Z
UID:10000375-1646074800-1646078400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Ask the Experts: Living Well with Heart Failure by Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research
DESCRIPTION:Ask the Experts: Living Well with Heart Failure\nVIRTUAL Q&A FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS\nFebruary 28th 2022  |  Zoom  |  7-8PM EST \nOn the final day of Heart Month\, the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research will host a special webinar where clinical experts in heart failure will be on hand to answer questions from Canadians living with heart failure\, as well as caregivers.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ask-the-experts-living-well-with-heart-failure-by-ted-rogers-centre-for-heart-research/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20210921T190028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T190028Z
UID:10000271-1645709400-1645714800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Central East LHIN Self-Management Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPowerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers improve: \n– Self-care behaviours \n– Emotion management \n– Self-confidence \n– Use of community resources \n“After taking this class I am a more confident caregiver! Having tools to resolve problems is a definite advantage in becoming a happier\, wiser\, and healthier me… and a healthier us!” \nThursdays 1:00-2:30pm from February 24th to March 31\, 2022 Hosted on Zoom. \nUse of camera and microphone is mandatory. \nTo register: Call Heather at 705-457-1392 x3405
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-central-east-lhin-self-management-program-2/2022-02-24/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20211117T204030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T204030Z
UID:10000303-1645704000-1645707600@ontariocaregiver.ca
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220112T200938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T200938Z
UID:10000337-1645696800-1645704000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Kingston Community Health Centres
DESCRIPTION:Powerful Tools for Caregivers\nFREE 6-week workshop \nFeeling 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. \nCaring for a family member or friend with a health condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially challenging. This free\, six-week workshop is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend\, whether they are helping a parent\, spouse\, friend\, someone who lives at home\, in a nursing home\, or across the country. \nThis class will give you tools to help:\n• Reduce stress\n• Improve self-confidence\n• Manage time\, set goals\, and solve problems\n• Better communicate your feelings\, needs\, and concerns\n• Make tough decisions\n• Locate helpful resources \nThursdays\, February 24 to March 31\, 2022.\n10:00 am to 12:00pm including a 30-minute break.\nHosted online on Zoom.\n*Please note that there is an online 15 min orientation session on how to use Zoom on Thursday\, February 10 at 10:00am. \nReceive a FREE copy of the Caregiver Helpbook and of the meditation CD/MP3 Relaxation for Mind and Body. \nREGISTER ONLINE TODAY as spaces are limited! You can register by visiting\nwww.livingwellseontario.ca.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-kingston-community-health-centres/2022-02-24/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220118T011749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T011749Z
UID:10000343-1645642800-1645646400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating the Healthcare System by Ajax Library
DESCRIPTION:There are 3.3. million caregivers in Ontario – ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member\, partner\, friend\, or neighbour\, without pay. Yet\, the majority find organizing care and navigating through the system to be a difficult task. Learn about the trends and challenges facing caregivers navigating the healthcare system and strategies and resources to help you communicate with healthcare professionals and be recognized as a partner in care. \nPresented the Ontario Caregiver Organization.\nFebruary 23\, 2022\, 7:00-8:00 pm\nAppropriate for adults and seniors.\nHosted on Zoom.\nRegistration required: https://ajaxlibrary.ca/node/552\nFree of charge.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/navigating-the-healthcare-system-by-ajax-library/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220118T012540Z
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UID:10000346-1645610400-1645617600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by SW Self Management Program
DESCRIPTION: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.\nWho Should Attend:\nAny individual who provides care to someone in their life that is living with a health condition including caring for a spouse\, child\, sibling\, friend\, loved-one etc.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-sw-self-management-program/2022-02-23/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220125T220134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T220134Z
UID:10000351-1645538400-1645545600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Practical Caregiver Training by The Heart of Hastings Hospice
DESCRIPTION:Are you caring for someone with a life-limiting illness? \nJoin us for the FREE 6-week Practical Caregiver Training. \nOur virtual series begins Tuesday\, February 22\, 2022 beginning at 2:00pm and running until 4:00pm. \nEach week will feature a different guest speaker and different topics\, such as navigating the healthcare system\, lifts and transfers without personal injury\, best practice hands on care\, what to expect in the last days of life\, information on MAID\, and more. \nTo register or for more information\, contact:\nTristan Lindsay\n613-437-1880 x 105\ntlindsay@heartofhastingshospice.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/practical-caregiver-training-by-the-heart-of-hastings-hospice/2022-02-22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220105T221615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T221615Z
UID:10000332-1645534800-1645540200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Self-Management Program Central East
DESCRIPTION: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 is hosted using Zoom Platform. \nDATE(S)\nTuesdays\, 1:00PM to 2:30PM \nFebruary 22 to March 29\, 2022 \nREGISTRATION CONTACT\nSelf-Management Program Central East\n1 866 971 5545 \nREGISTRATION FEE\nFree
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-self-management-program-central-east-3/2022-02-22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220215T203916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T203916Z
UID:10000372-1645527600-1645531200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Wisdom & Wellness - Virtual Active Living Fair 2022 by North York Seniors Centre
DESCRIPTION:North York Seniors Centre hosts its Virtual Active Living Fair “Wisdom & Wellness” in February\, in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO). \nThe Fair will be held on Zoom from February 22nd to February 24th\, 2022 and includes six free seminars and workshops addressed to seniors\, caregivers and the community.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/wisdom-wellness-virtual-active-living-fair-2022-by-north-york-seniors-centre/2022-02-22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T135903
CREATED:20220118T012045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T012045Z
UID:10000344-1645095600-1645099200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Clarifying Caregivers by The Nourish and Develop Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Date: February 7th\nTime: 11am-12pm\nFREE TO PARTICIPATE \nThere are 3.3. million caregivers in Ontario – ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member\, partner\, friend or neighbour\, without pay. While many caregivers find this role to be rewarding\, the majority find the overall management of caregiving stressful. \nThe Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) exists to improve the lives of Ontario’s caregivers. We support caregivers by being their one point of access to information\, so they have what they need to be successful in their role. \nIn this session\, participants will learn about:\n• OCO’s programs and services to support caregivers\n• strategies and resources to help you take care of yourself while caring for another person \nRegister by email: melissa@tndf.ca\nor phone 705-432-2444 \nZOOM LINK:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82795887880?pwd=Z01IRXpUN1JYcFRzUzJMcXFYSWx6UT09
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/clarifying-caregivers-by-the-nourish-and-develop-foundation/
LOCATION:Online
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