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SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Education Forum: COVID-19 & dementia care by The Scarborough Health Network
DESCRIPTION:The Scarborough Health Network (formerly The Scarborough and Rouge Hospital) in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Toronto is organizing  a virtual Caregiver Education Forum on Friday\, May 28\, 2021 from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. The event has been very well attended over the last couple of  years by caregivers of individuals living with dementia as well as healthcare providers. Our goal is to provide education and help caregivers access resources and supports in the community. The theme of this year’s event is “COVID-19 and Dementia”  \nFor this year’s event\, we will have speakers presenting on topics that relate to the ongoing global pandemic\, so that caregivers can better understand the intricacies of dementia care and take away strategies they can practice at home. We will also have community service agencies presenting on what their organizations offer to caregivers of people living with dementia. The event will cover the following topics:  \n\nTOPIC 1: Medical Management of Dementia During COVID-19\, Dr. Tanya Pinto\, Psychiatrist\, SHN Birchmount Hospital \n\n\nTOPIC 2: Keeping Active During COVID-19 for Person Living  with Dementia and their Caregiver\, Haley McTaggart & Chantel Costa\, Recreation Therapists\, Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities \nTOPIC 3: COVID-19 & Caring for a Person Living with Dementia\, Kimberly Dilmohamed\, Caregiver Education Coordinator\, Alzheimer Society of Toronto \n\nWe invite you to join us for a morning of networking and learning. There will be raffle prizes drawn after each speaker.   \nRegistration is required to attend. This event will be presented online using  Zoom. The link will be emailed to registrants a few days before the event.  \nRegister here:  \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/virtual-caregiver-education-forum-covid-19-dementia-care-by-the-scarborough-health-network/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:The SCALE Program: Become a Mindful Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:The Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment (SCALE) Program is series of free webinars for unpaid\, family caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program is series of free webinars for unpaid\, family caregivers every Tuesday beginning May 4th to June 29th\, 2021. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg\, RN\, Michal Goldstein\, RSW and Shoshana Kulik\, RSW of Dynamic Health\, the SCALE Program was designed to focus on a series of subjects that are applicable to new or experienced caregivers positioning you and your mental health and well-being at the center of the sessions. \nEach week a different topic is presented\, take one or sign-up for as many as you like during the eight-week program. \nAs a caregiver\, we understand how valuable your time is and that is why we developed a flexible program to best suit your schedule \nThis week’s topic will be… \nBecome a Mindful Caregiver (May 25th\, 2021; 12-1 pm) \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. \nRegister for exclusive access to this free webinar. A zoom link to join live will be emailed to those who register. Please contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar. \nCan’t join live? The session will be recorded and posted on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. All registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar. \nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \n  \n\n\nRegister for Online Group Coaching and/or Private Telephone Counselling \nAfter each weekly webinar\, online group coaching and private telephone counselling will be available. Register for a free session today: \nhttps://dynamic-health.janeapp.com/locations/ontario-caregiver-organization/book#/list \nPrivate Telephone Counselling Day/Times Available: \nWednesday 9:30am-10:15am (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 10:30am-11:15am (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 11:30am-12:15pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 12:30pm-1:15pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 1:30pm-2:15pm (Shoshana Kulik) \nWednesday 2:30pm-3:15pm (Shoshana Kulik) \nGroup Coaching Day/Times Available: \nMonday 12-1 (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 6pm-7pm (Michal Goldstein) \nThe coaching and counselling sessions are completely private and confidential and will allow you to consolidate what you learn each week with clinical support for growth within your caregiving role with focus on your own mental health and wellbeing. To book a session\, follow the secure and confidential links provided where you will be prompted to book a time that is most convenient for you. Please note\, these sessions are limited and are first registered\, first served basis. \nUnfortunately\, due to the high demand for private telephone counselling sessions\, the maximum number of private telephone counselling sessions you can register for during the 8-week program is three. There is no limit for online group coaching registration. \n  \n\n\nBiographies \nLeah Weisberg (RN\, BC-NC) is a Nurse Psychotherapist & Coach and Director of Interprofessional Practice at Dynamic Health Clinic in Toronto. She is a Board-Certified Nurse Coach through the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation and views each person and situation from a bio-psycho-social-spiritual lens. Leah has seen first-hand the way caregiving affects one’s physical and emotional health\, and she works with formal and informal caregivers on developing personal wellness plans that allow one to be in a better place to provide care to others. Leah is passionate about showing caregivers the power that relationships can have on the well-being of individuals and has worked with many nurses looking to decrease the stress involved in caring for sick patients. Leah is Past-President of the Canadian Holistic Nurses Association and a member of the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nurses. She lives in Toronto and spends her time advocating for an integrative approach to healthcare. She speaks to a variety of audiences about the ways in which the body and mind are connected. \nMichal Goldstein (RSW) is a Registered Social Worker working at Dynamic Health Clinic in Toronto where she sees adults for individual\, couples and group counselling. She is also the founder of Creating Connections\, a play-based therapy practice in Toronto\, where she works with children suffering from mental health and behavioral challenges. She has over a decade of experience working with caregivers to support them in improving their ability to cope with the challenges inherent in caring for someone else. Michal has developed numerous workshops and support group programs utilizing knowledge of interpersonal neurobiology and mindfulness techniques to support individuals suffering from physical health\, mental health\, and parenting challenges. She is passionate about bringing evidence-based practice to the forefront of the clinical social work field. Michal knows both first-hand and from professional experience\, the challenges that come with caring for someone with a physical and mental health illness and is grateful for the opportunity to bring more awareness\, education and support to this community. \nShoshana Kulik (RSW) is a registered social worker at the Dynamic Health Clinic. She is caring and empathetic and has experience working at Circle of Care with the elderly. Shoshana has a strong awareness of the possible physical and emotional challenges that can arise from the responsibility of taking care of a loved one. With extensive mental health experience\, she understands how the strains of caregiving can affect one’s mental health and that sharing ones’ struggles can give some relief from the stresses of continuous care for others. Shoshana utilizes the Strengths Based Model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth. 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. \nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-scale-program-become-a-mindful-caregiver/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Living Healthy Champlain
DESCRIPTION:Powerful Tools For Caregivers Online: Starting May 25th 2021 \nThe Powerful Tools for Caregivers program provides caregivers with tools and strategies to better handle the unique challenges they face. \nYou will learn to: \nReduce personal stress \nChange negative self-talk \nCommunicate their needs to family members and healthcare or service providers \nCommunicate effectively in challenging situations \nRecognize the messages in their emotions \nDeal with difficult feelings \nMake tough caregiving decisions. \nClass participants receive a copy of The Caregiver Help book\, developed specifically for the class. This workshop takes place online in a virtual group setting. You will receive information on how to join after registering for the workshop. \nAn internet connection is required. You can join from a laptop\, phone\, tablet or computer. \nThe group is interactive and is usually a group of 6-12 people. There is no cost to participate. \nDATE(S) \nTuesdays\, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM \nREGISTRATION CONTACT \nAllan Puderer \nSelf Management Ontario \n1 844 301 6389
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-south-west-self-management-program/2021-05-25/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210520T113000
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SUMMARY:Getting the Most From Your Healthcare Appointment Webinar - FREE by Windsor Essex Community Health Centre
DESCRIPTION:Healthcare appointments can be stressful for anyone.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAlong with not feeling well; information provided too quickly and unfamiliar medical language can make appointments challenging. \nLEARN ABOUT: \n\nWhat to do before\, during and after an appointment\nPreparin and empowering individuals to communicate well with their healthcare providers\n\n  \nThis class is interactive \nFREE to attend \nAll are welcome to attend \n  \nFREE WEBINAR \nThursday May 20\, 2021 \n10:00am – 11:30am \n  \nFOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL \n1-855-259-3605 \n  \n\nRegister via Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/getting-the-most-from-your-healthcare-appointment-webinar-free-registration-146769979961
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/getting-the-most-from-your-healthcare-appointment-webinar-free-by-windsor-essex-community-health-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210512T183000
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers Webinar - FREE ONLINE Workshop Series by Windsor Essex Community Health Centre
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stretched caring for a loved one?\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nYOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF: \n\nYou provide care for a family member or friend in their home of yours or from a distance\nAttend appointments with another person\nAssist with grocery shopping\, laundry and other household chores\nAccompany others on social outings and activities\n\nLEARN ABOUT: \n\nReducing stress\nBetter communication of feelings\nIncrease the ability to make tough decisions\nTaking care of themselves\n\n  \nFREE WEBINAR SERIES \nWednesdays \nMay 12 – June 16\, 2021 \n6:30pm – 8:00pm \nWEEKLY ATTENDANCE IS EXPECTED – SESSIONS WILL NOT BE RECORDED \nRegister via Eventbrite here:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-webinar-free-online-workshop-series-by-windsor-essex-community-health-centre/2021-05-12/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210511T120000
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SUMMARY:The SCALE Program: How Caregiving Stress Affects You
DESCRIPTION:The Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment (SCALE) Program is series of free webinars for unpaid\, family caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program is series of free webinars for unpaid\, family caregivers every Tuesday beginning May 4th to June 29th\, 2021. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg\, RN\, Michal Goldstein\, RSW and Shoshana Kulik\, RSW of Dynamic Health\, the SCALE Program was designed to focus on a series of subjects that are applicable to new or experienced caregivers positioning you and your mental health and well-being at the center of the sessions. \nEach week a different topic is presented\, take one or sign-up for as many as you like during the eight-week program. \nAs a caregiver\, we understand how valuable your time is and that is why we developed a flexible program to best suit your schedule. \nThis week’s topic will be… \nHow Caregiving Stress Affects You (May 11th\, 2021; 12-1pm) \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. \nRegister for exclusive access to this free webinar today. \nA zoom link to join the webinar live will be emailed to those who register. Please contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar. \nCan’t join live? The session will be recorded and posted on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. All registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar. \nThis program is brought to you by the Ontario Caregiver Organization in partnership with Dynamic Health. \n\n\nRegister for Online Group Coaching and/or Private Telephone Counselling \nAfter each weekly webinar\, online group coaching and private telephone counselling will be available. Register for a free session today: \nhttps://dynamic-health.janeapp.com/locations/ontario-caregiver-organization/book#/list \nPrivate Telephone Counselling Day/Times Available: \nWednesday 9:30am-10:15am (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 10:30am-11:15am (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 11:30am-12:15pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 12:30pm-1:15pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 1:30pm-2:15pm (Shoshana Kulik) \nWednesday 2:30pm-3:15pm (Shoshana Kulik) \nGroup Coaching Day/Times Available: \nMonday 12-1 (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 6pm-7pm (Michal Goldstein) \nThe coaching and counselling sessions are completely private and confidential and will allow you to consolidate what you learn each week with clinical support for growth within your caregiving role with focus on your own mental health and wellbeing. To book a session\, follow the secure and confidential links provided where you will be prompted to book a time that is most convenient for you. Please note\, these sessions are limited and are first registered\, first served basis. \nUnfortunately\, due to the high demand for private telephone counselling sessions\, the maximum number of private telephone counselling sessions you can register for during the 8-week program is three. There is no limit for online group coaching registration. \n  \n\n\nBiographies \nLeah Weisberg (RN\, BC-NC) is a Nurse Psychotherapist & Coach and Director of Interprofessional Practice at Dynamic Health Clinic in Toronto. She is a Board-Certified Nurse Coach through the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation and views each person and situation from a bio-psycho-social-spiritual lens. Leah has seen first-hand the way caregiving affects one’s physical and emotional health\, and she works with formal and informal caregivers on developing personal wellness plans that allow one to be in a better place to provide care to others. Leah is passionate about showing caregivers the power that relationships can have on the well-being of individuals and has worked with many nurses looking to decrease the stress involved in caring for sick patients. Leah is Past-President of the Canadian Holistic Nurses Association and a member of the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nurses. She lives in Toronto and spends her time advocating for an integrative approach to healthcare. She speaks to a variety of audiences about the ways in which the body and mind are connected. \nMichal Goldstein (RSW) is a Registered Social Worker working at Dynamic Health Clinic in Toronto where she sees adults for individual\, couples and group counselling. She is also the founder of Creating Connections\, a play-based therapy practice in Toronto\, where she works with children suffering from mental health and behavioral challenges. She has over a decade of experience working with caregivers to support them in improving their ability to cope with the challenges inherent in caring for someone else. Michal has developed numerous workshops and support group programs utilizing knowledge of interpersonal neurobiology and mindfulness techniques to support individuals suffering from physical health\, mental health\, and parenting challenges. She is passionate about bringing evidence-based practice to the forefront of the clinical social work field. Michal knows both first-hand and from professional experience\, the challenges that come with caring for someone with a physical and mental health illness and is grateful for the opportunity to bring more awareness\, education and support to this community. \nShoshana Kulik (RSW) is a registered social worker at the Dynamic Health Clinic. She is caring and empathetic and has experience working at Circle of Care with the elderly. Shoshana has a strong awareness of the possible physical and emotional challenges that can arise from the responsibility of taking care of a loved one. With extensive mental health experience\, she understands how the strains of caregiving can affect one’s mental health and that sharing ones’ struggles can give some relief from the stresses of continuous care for others. Shoshana utilizes the Strengths Based Model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth. 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. \nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-scale-program-how-caregiving-stress-affects-you/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210510T170000
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SUMMARY:How To Become A Better Caregiver By Understanding the Power of the Number 3 by The Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County
DESCRIPTION:Caring for someone with dementia can create many challenges for the inexperienced caregiver.  \nJoin seasoned caregiver and dementia advocate Ron Beleno as he discusses in this session:  \n\nHow to Interpret the Challenges that Caregivers Encounter \n\n\nBecoming a Conscious Calculating Caregiver \n\n\nHow to Harness the Power of 3 or More Choices to Get Better Results \n\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-become-a-better-caregiver-by-understanding-the-power-of-the-number-3-tickets-151483580467   \nOur guest speaker Ron Beleno is an active member\, advisor\, and mentor to numerous organizations and educational institutions such as AGE-WELL NCE\, Centre for Aging and Brain Health Innovation (CABHI) at Baycrest\, City of Toronto’s Seniors Strategy Accountability Table \, SE Health (formerly known as Saint Elizabeth Health Care)\, the Translational Research Program (TRP) at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Dementia Advocacy Canada.  \nRon’s activities are usually posted on his twitter feed at www.twitter.com/rb33canada  \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/how-to-become-a-better-caregiver-by-understanding-the-power-of-the-number-3-by-the-dementia-society-of-ottawa-renfrew-county/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210510T113000
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SUMMARY:Unusual End of Life Phenomena and How to Respond by Heart House Hospice
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION\n\n\nHow to recognize and put a name to different end of life phenomena (EOLP)\, Deathbed Visions and Visitations\,  the do’s and don’ts of responding to an individual or families report of EOLP. Presented by Stephen and Jane Claxton-Oldfield. \nRegister: \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/unusual-end-of-life-phenomena-and-how-to-respond-by-heart-house-hospice/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210506T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open House by The Bitove Method
DESCRIPTION:Time & Location\n\nMay 06\, 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EDT\nOnline Event\n\n\nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nJoin us for a 30 minute snapshot showcasing how we offer our arts-based engagement classes. As well\, see all the beautiful work our members and artists have created while we engage together online! \n  \nBy attending this event you will leave feeling empowered\, inspired\, and educated in new ways to support people that you care for. \n\nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/virtual-open-house-by-the-bitove-method/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210423T234328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210423T234328Z
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SUMMARY:The SCALE Program: Your Caregiving Journey
DESCRIPTION:The Support for Caregivers Awareness\, Learning\, Empowerment (SCALE) Program is series of free webinars for unpaid\, family caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe SCALE Program is series of free webinars for unpaid\, family caregivers every Tuesday beginning May 4th to June 29th\, 2021. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg\, RN\, Michal Goldstein\, RSW and Shoshana Kulik\, RSW of Dynamic Health\, the SCALE Program was designed to focus on a series of subjects that are applicable to new or experienced caregivers positioning you and your mental health and well-being at the center of the sessions. \nEach week a different topic is presented\, take one or sign-up for as many as you like during the eight-week program. \nAs a caregiver\, we understand how valuable your time is and that is why we developed a flexible program to best suit your schedule. \nThis week’s topic will be… \nYour Caregiving Journey (May 4th\, 2021; 12-1 pm) \nExplore the stages of caregiving while heightening your understanding of the care recipient’s experience. \nThe transition into the role of a caregiver evolves through these three stages: \n1. The Catastrophic Event \n2. Taking on the Role \n3. Moving into Advocacy. \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. \nRegister for exclusive access to this free webinar today. \nA zoom link to join the webinar live will be emailed to those who register. Please contact info@ontariocaregiver.ca with any questions about participating in this webinar. \nCan’t join live? The session will be recorded and posted on the Ontario Caregiver Organization YouTube channel after the live event. All registered participants will be emailed a link after the webinar. \nThis program is brought to you by the Ontario Caregiver Organization in partnership with Dynamic Health. \n\n\nRegister for Online Group Coaching and/or Private Telephone Counselling \nAfter each weekly webinar\, online group coaching and private telephone counselling will be available. Register for a free session today: \nhttps://dynamic-health.janeapp.com/locations/ontario-caregiver-organization/book#/list \nPrivate Telephone Counselling Day/Times Available: \nWednesday 9:30am-10:15am (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 10:30am-11:15am (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 11:30am-12:15pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 12:30pm-1:15pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 1:30pm-2:15pm (Shoshana Kulik) \nWednesday 2:30pm-3:15pm (Shoshana Kulik) \nGroup Coaching Day/Times Available: \nMonday 12-1pm (Michal Goldstein) \nWednesday 6pm-7pm (Michal Goldstein) \nThe coaching and counselling sessions are completely private and confidential and will allow you to consolidate what you learn each week with clinical support for growth within your caregiving role with focus on your own mental health and wellbeing. To book a session\, follow the secure and confidential links provided where you will be prompted to book a time that is most convenient for you. Please note\, these sessions are limited and are first registered\, first served basis. \nUnfortunately\, due to the high demand for private telephone counselling sessions\, the maximum number of private telephone counselling sessions you can register for during the 8-week program is three. There is no limit for online group coaching registration. \n  \n\n\nBiographies \nLeah Weisberg (RN\, BC-NC) is a Nurse Psychotherapist & Coach and Director of Interprofessional Practice at Dynamic Health Clinic in Toronto. She is a Board-Certified Nurse Coach through the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation and views each person and situation from a bio-psycho-social-spiritual lens. Leah has seen first-hand the way caregiving affects one’s physical and emotional health\, and she works with formal and informal caregivers on developing personal wellness plans that allow one to be in a better place to provide care to others. Leah is passionate about showing caregivers the power that relationships can have on the well-being of individuals and has worked with many nurses looking to decrease the stress involved in caring for sick patients. Leah is Past-President of the Canadian Holistic Nurses Association and a member of the Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nurses. She lives in Toronto and spends her time advocating for an integrative approach to healthcare. She speaks to a variety of audiences about the ways in which the body and mind are connected. \nMichal Goldstein (RSW) is a Registered Social Worker working at Dynamic Health Clinic in Toronto where she sees adults for individual\, couples and group counselling. She is also the founder of Creating Connections\, a play-based therapy practice in Toronto\, where she works with children suffering from mental health and behavioral challenges. She has over a decade of experience working with caregivers to support them in improving their ability to cope with the challenges inherent in caring for someone else. Michal has developed numerous workshops and support group programs utilizing knowledge of interpersonal neurobiology and mindfulness techniques to support individuals suffering from physical health\, mental health\, and parenting challenges. She is passionate about bringing evidence-based practice to the forefront of the clinical social work field. Michal knows both first-hand and from professional experience\, the challenges that come with caring for someone with a physical and mental health illness and is grateful for the opportunity to bring more awareness\, education and support to this community. \nShoshana Kulik (RSW) is a registered social worker at the Dynamic Health Clinic. She is caring and empathetic and has experience working at Circle of Care with the elderly. Shoshana has a strong awareness of the possible physical and emotional challenges that can arise from the responsibility of taking care of a loved one. With extensive mental health experience\, she understands how the strains of caregiving can affect one’s mental health and that sharing ones’ struggles can give some relief from the stresses of continuous care for others. Shoshana utilizes the Strengths Based Model which capitalizes on a client’s strengths to foster growth. 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. \nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-scale-program-your-caregiving-journey/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210329T233123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T233123Z
UID:10000174-1619704800-1619708400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:FREE CONCERT: Fellows Perform from Glenn Gould Music School by the Bitove Method
DESCRIPTION:Free Event! Hear artists on the cusp of major careers. Featuring solo and chamber works performed by Rebanks Fellows currently enrolled in the one-year Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Performance Residency Program at The Glenn Gould School. \n  \n\nThe Bitove Method\n\n\nOnline Arts-Based Classes for People Living with Memory Loss & Dementia.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/free-concert-fellows-perform-from-glenn-gould-music-school-by-the-bitove-method/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210322T233249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T233249Z
UID:10000169-1619697600-1619701200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:FREE OCO Webinar: Promoting Health and Wellbeing through Age-Friendly Communities
DESCRIPTION:This webinar on Age-Friendly Communities is about enabling healthy aging in the home and communities.\n\nAbout this Event\n\nAge-Friendly Communities (AFCs) optimize opportunities for health and wellbeing by ensuring their policies\, planning processes\, structures\, and services are accessible to and inclusive of people of all ages and abilities. AFCs encourage us to look at how a community’s physical and social environment and health care intersect to impact our health and wellness. This webinar will discuss these characteristics of AFCs and how they can apply to caregivers and caregiving to enable healthy aging in the home and communities.\n\nAbout our presenter (Dr. John Puxty)\n\nDr. Puxty is an experienced Geriatrician\, Associate Professor and Chair of the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Queen’s University\, and Director of the Centre for Studies in Aging and Health. He has a primary interest in promoting healthy aging and wellness for older adults through his ongoing research in aging\, age-friendly communities\, memory disorders\, and knowledge mobilization strategies.\n\nRegister here:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/free-oco-webinar-promoting-health-and-wellbeing-through-age-friendly-communities/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210122T001613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T001613Z
UID:10000144-1619010000-1619011800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Matters 2021 Session 2 - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Matters 2021 – by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities\nWe invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing\,\nvisualization & self- care practices\, during these stressful times. \nMindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts\,\nfeelings\, bodily sensations\, and surrounding environment\, through a gentle\, nurturing lens. \nSession 1 – Wednesday’s\nJan 13\, Orientation 1-2pm\nJan 20- Mar 24\, 1:00-1:30pm \nSession 2 – Wednesday’s\nApril 14\, Orientation 1-2pm\nApril 21-June 23\, 1:00-1:30pm \nSession 3 – Wednesday’s\nJuly 14\, Orientation 1-2pm\nJuly 21-Sept 22\, 1:00-1:30pm \nSession 4 – Wednesday’s\nOct 13\, Orientation 1-2pm\nOct 20- Dec 15\, 1:00- 1:30pm \nAll registered participants are welcome to participate in all 4 sessions. Once registered you\ndo not need to register again to receive the zoom links.\nTo Register please email:\ndlee@schcontario.ca or jtandoc@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/mindfulness-matters-2021-session-2-by-the-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2021-04-21/
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:20210420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210412T175330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T175330Z
UID:10000180-1618945200-1618948800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Hub for Parents & Caregivers by Wellkin
DESCRIPTION:The Parent Caregiver Hub is a virtual space for parents and caregivers of children and youth in Elgin or Oxford counties. It is a space where parents and caregivers can be reminded that they are not alone\, both through learning about wellness resources in their communities\, and connecting with other parents and caregivers. For more information visit:  https://www.parentcaregiverhub.ca/   \nThe hub holds two sessions each month:   \n1) the 1st Tuesday of each month 12:30 – 1:30 pm and   \n2) the 3rd Tuesday of the month 7 – 8 pm  \nThe first half hour includes information in supports and family resources\, with topics suggested by local parents and/or caregivers of children and youth. The second half hour will include a “coffee time” to connect virtually with other parents/caregivers and staff.  \nMore information and registration:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-hub-for-parents-caregivers-by-wellkin-2/2021-04-20/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent Caregiver Hub by Wellkin":MAILTO:thehub@wellkin.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210122T001505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T001505Z
UID:10000143-1618405200-1618408800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Matters 2021 Session 2 Orientation - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Matters 2021 – by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities\nWe invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing\,\nvisualization & self- care practices\, during these stressful times. \nMindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts\,\nfeelings\, bodily sensations\, and surrounding environment\, through a gentle\, nurturing lens. \nSession 1 – Wednesday’s\nJan 13\, Orientation 1-2pm\nJan 20- Mar 24\, 1:00-1:30pm \nSession 2 – Wednesday’s\nApril 14\, Orientation 1-2pm\nApril 21-June 23\, 1:00-1:30pm \nSession 3 – Wednesday’s\nJuly 14\, Orientation 1-2pm\nJuly 21-Sept 22\, 1:00-1:30pm \nSession 4 – Wednesday’s\nOct 13\, Orientation 1-2pm\nOct 20- Dec 15\, 1:00- 1:30pm \nAll registered participants are welcome to participate in all 4 sessions. Once registered you\ndo not need to register again to receive the zoom links.\nTo Register please email:\ndlee@schcontario.ca or jtandoc@schcontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/mindfulness-matters-2021-session-2-orientation-by-the-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/
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:20210413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210112T205828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T205828Z
UID:10000135-1618306200-1618311600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP by Windsor Essex Community Health Centre
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stretched caring for a loved one?\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nYOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF: \n\nYou provide care for a family member or friend in their home of yours or from a distance\nAttend appointments with another person\nAssist with grocery shopping\, laundry and other household chores\nAccompany others on social outings and activities\n\nLEARN ABOUT: \n\nReducing stress\nBetter communication of feelings\nIncrease the ability to make tough decisions\nTaking care of themselves\n\nFREE WEBINAR SERIES \nTuesdays starting Arpil 13 – May 18\, 2021 \n9:30am – 11:00am \nWEEKLY ATTENDANCE IS EXPECTED – SESSIONS WILL NOT BE RECORDED \n\n\n\n\nUPCOMING WORKSHOP\nOnline Workshop Series\nJoin us from the comfort of your home!\nTuesdays (6 week series)\nApril 13—May 18\, 2021\n9:30am—11:00am \nTO REGISTER CALL OR CLICK:\nToll Free 1-855-259-3605 \nHomepage \n\nAccess using any\ncomputer\, tablet or\nsmartphone! \n@weCHC_\n@weCHC519 \nClick to Register:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-windsor-essex-community-health-centre-2/2021-04-13/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210322T230131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T230131Z
UID:10000168-1617883200-1617886800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:FREE OCO Webinar - "I'm still here" Vignettes about Dementia
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will present moving personal stories about Dementia.\n\nAbout this Event\n\nBe part of a creative approach to understanding dementia.\n\nActors from act2studioWORKS portray real people in emotional and moving situations that will resonate with caregivers. You will learn about the experience and training of the actors performing in the video vignettes; the process involved in the research for the play and the goals of the play and the video vignettes. Following the video presentation\, Don Baker and Kendelle LaBella will co-host an introduction and talkback session.\n\nThis webinar is delivered in partnership with act2studioWORKS and the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. It will not be available as a recording.\n\nThis presentation is available in English only. For any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca\n\nCette présentation sera diffusée en anglais seulement. Pour toute difficulté avec votre inscription ou pour toute question\, veuillez nous écrire un courriel à l’adresse info@ontariocaregiver.ca\n\nRegister here:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/free-oco-webinar-im-still-here-vignettes-about-dementia/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210331T221444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T041323Z
UID:10000177-1617717600-1617723000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:A Moment for You: A Conversation Among Caregivers by March of Dimes Canada
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Celebrate National Family Caregiver Day!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE\nA Moment for You: A Conversation Among Caregivers\n  \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED \nOnline info will be sent upon registration \nTuesday April 6\, 2021 \n2:00 PM to 3:30 PM \n  \nMembers of parliament have voted unanimously to adopt the first Tuesday in April as National Caregiver Day.  So\, this April 6\, we invite you to join us for a virtual conversation of the incredible unseen contribution caregivers bring to their care recipients\, communities and the economy as a whole. \nWe will also be recognizing the generous support of The Ontario Trillium Foundation\, our MPP supporters and caregivers everywhere. \nIt’s not easy. Being a caregiver is challenging\, rewarding\, scary\, depressing\, draining\, frustrating\, funny\, sad and one of the most genuine acts of kindness there is. No matter the emotions you feel during this process\, we want you to know that you’re not alone. \nWhether you’ve become a caregiver gradually or due to a crisis by choice or by default\, we understand the incredible challenges you face and the sacrifice you are making. \n\n\n\n\nDonna Thomson is the co-author of “The Unexpected Journey of Caring: The Transformation from Loved One to Caregiver” and the author of “The Four Walls of My Freedom: Lessons I’ve Learned From a Life of Caregiving.” Donna is a patient and family advisor on health research and policy and she teaches family caregivers in Canada how to advocate for care in hospitals and in the community at McMaster University and at Huddol.com. She blogs regularly at THE CAREGIVERS’ LIVING ROOM (www.donnathomson.com). \n  \n\n\n\nWith the support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation\, March of Dimes Canada’s After Stroke programs are bringing together caregivers\, caregiving experts\, and advocates to share their lived experiences and bright ideas. Help us transform the future of family caregiving.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/a-moment-for-you-a-conversation-among-caregivers-by-march-of-dimes-canada/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210412T175042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T175042Z
UID:10000179-1617712200-1617715800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Hub for Parents & Caregivers by Wellkin
DESCRIPTION:The Parent Caregiver Hub is a virtual space for parents and caregivers of children and youth in Elgin or Oxford counties. It is a space where parents and caregivers can be reminded that they are not alone\, both through learning about wellness resources in their communities\, and connecting with other parents and caregivers. For more information visit:  https://www.parentcaregiverhub.ca/   \nThe hub holds two sessions each month:   \n1) the 1st Tuesday of each month 12:30 – 1:30 pm and   \n2) the 3rd Tuesday of the month 7 – 8 pm  \nThe first half hour includes information in supports and family resources\, with topics suggested by local parents and/or caregivers of children and youth. The second half hour will include a “coffee time” to connect virtually with other parents/caregivers and staff.  \nMore information and registration:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-hub-for-parents-caregivers-by-wellkin/2021-04-06/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent Caregiver Hub by Wellkin":MAILTO:thehub@wellkin.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210429T000132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210429T000132Z
UID:10000194-1617703200-1617706800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caregiver? \nPhysical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. \nDiscussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member on the following days: Tuesday between 10a.m. – 11 a.m. Wednesday between 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (currently full) Thursday between 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m (currently full). All discussions are completely confidential. Connect with other caregivers. Register today. If these times don’t fit your schedule or you’d like to find out about other supports and programs offered by OCO\, contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nDiscussion will be driven by caregivers and facilitation will be done by an OCO staff member on the following days: \nTuesday between 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. \nWednesday between 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (currently full) \nThursday between 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (currently full) \nAll discussions are completely confidential. \nConnect with other caregivers. Register today. \nIf these times don’t fit your schedule or you’d like to find out about other supports and programs offered by OCO\, contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \nYou can also join our mailing list to receive news as soon as new online support groups or other programs become available. \nRegistration link on Eventbrite:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group-4/2021-04-06/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210330T202206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T202206Z
UID:10000175-1617091200-1617123600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:FREE OCO Webinar: Grief and Bereavement
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is about Grief and Bereavement\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\n“Although the world is full of suffering\, it is also full of the overcoming of it.” Helen Keller \nAn important principle concerning bereavement is that grief is a natural response to a significant loss. This webinar will walk participants through the grief journey and will present helpful tools to use during this time. We will also explore Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Model of Grief Companioning to help participants find healthy and useful ways to grieve. The presentation will focus on how COVID-19 has created complicated grief and how participants can work through this type of grief. It will encourage participants to find ways to “ventilate” their grief and then find the right person to “validate” their grief experiences. There is no right way or wrong way to grieve – just your way! This webinar will present different approaches participants can follow to “do grief your way.” This webinar will be respectful in giving a Trauma-Informed way of working through one’s grief. \n\nThis presentation is available in English only. For any difficulty with registration or any other questions\, please contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca \n  \nCette présentation sera diffusée en anglais seulement. Pour toute difficulté avec votre inscription ou pour toute question\, veuillez nous écrire un courriel à l’adresse info@ontariocaregiver.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/free-oco-webinar-grief-and-bereavement/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210114T222503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T222503Z
UID:10000138-1616068800-1616072400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Planning for an Unexpected Emergency: A guide for caregivers (2/2)
DESCRIPTION:This two-part webinar will go into the psychological\, emotional\, and practical components of creating an emergency plan for caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThere are often set plans and routines that caregivers\, whether a parent\, friend or family member\, rely on to create a sense of order and comfort in their daily life. Although life includes emergency situations that we can’t prevent\, caregivers can be well-prepared should an emergency comes to pass. \n“Planning For An Unexpected Emergency: A Caregiver Guide (two parts)” is designed to address the issues and concerns of caregivers associated with developing and implementing a crisis plan. The two-part webinar will go into the psychological\, emotional\, and practical components of such a plan. We will take into account the uniqueness of the caregiver relationship. \nTo register for Part 2 in English click here. \nTo register for Part 2 in French click here. \nSam Miller is a Registered Psychotherapist and has extensive experience in Trauma Response and Treatment and Wellness Initiatives. Sam has worked with many organizations and corporations in creating healthy\, respectful\, workplace environments as well as managing work-related traumatic events. In his psychotherapy practice\, Sam has worked with a variety of clients both privately and within many different workplace settings. He has dealt with different clinical issues ranging from anxiety and stress to workplace change\, conflict resolution and management-employee relations. Sam holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology from McGill University. \nRegister here:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-planning-for-an-unexpected-emergency-a-guide-for-caregivers-2-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210218T230005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T230005Z
UID:10000162-1614859200-1614862800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Free OCO webinar: Nourishing the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will teach you about healthy eating strategies and smart eating principles while managing a busy lifestyle.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nCaring for others can often mean less time to care for yourself. \nIn this presentation you will learn to create balanced diets and enhance your ability to plan your meals. You will also learn new techniques to apply to your daily life practice. In addition\, you may be invited to share some of your examples of nutritious meals. \nTo register for this event in French click here. \nAbout our presenter: Nicole Osinga is a Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of Ontario in the Durham region. With a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Human Nutrition\, Nicole provides personalized and evidence-based nutrition solutions for her clients and audience. She is known as a plant-based meal prep expert and promotes the power of plant-based foods to improve our health and well-being. \nNicole has appeared on numerous regional and national television and has written for the Toronto Star. Recently\, she published an e-book: The Plant-Based Meal Prep Master Plan\, which is available on her website at nicoleosinga.com. \nRegister on Eventbrite or contact us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/free-oco-webinar-nourishing-the-caregiver/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210301T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210301T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210203T233542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T233542Z
UID:10000157-1614591000-1614598200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Practical Caregiver Training
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone: Caregivers and those who know one! Do you know an unpaid caregiver looking after a loved one with a life limiting illness in and around Lanark\, Leeds and Grenville? The Practical Caregiver Training is back. It’s free and it’s virtual. \nJoin 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 over Zoom on Monday mornings from 9:30-11:30 March 1 – 29\, 2021. \nWe will provide a brief zoom orientation session and use closed captions at all of our meetings. \nRegister for the Training HERE \nView the poster HERE \nThe Practical Caregiver Training was developed by the Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program and is supported by the South East Regional Palliative Care Network. Please kindly help us spread the word by sharing this with friends\, family and colleagues who you think might benefit from this workshop series. \nIf you have any questions\, please email me at practicalcaregivinglanark@gmail.com.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-practical-caregiver-training/2021-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210222T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210112T202841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T202841Z
UID:10000134-1613998800-1614004200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers by Windsor Essex Community Health Centre
DESCRIPTION:EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP\nSERIES\nFeeling stretched caring for a loved one? \nLEARN ABOUT:\n• Reducing stress\n• Better communication of feelings\n• Increase the ability to make\ntough decisions\n• Taking care of themselves \nYOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF:\n• Provide care for a family member or\nfriend in their home of yours or from\na distance\n• Attend appointments with another\nperson\n• Assist with grocery shopping\,\nlaundry and other household chores\n• Accompany others on social\noutings and activities \n Classes are interactive\n FREE online series\n All are welcome to attend\n Weekly attendance is\nexpected\, sessions will not be\nrecorded \nUPCOMING WORKSHOP\nOnline Workshop Series\nJoin us from the comfort of your home!\nMondays (6 week series)\nFebruary 22—March 29\, 2021\n1:00pm—2:30pm \nTO REGISTER CALL OR CLICK:\nToll Free 1-855-259-3605 \nHomepage \n\nAccess using any\ncomputer\, tablet or\nsmartphone! \n@weCHC_\n@weCHC519 \nClick to Register:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-windsor-essex-community-health-centre/2021-02-22/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T215457Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Planning for an Unexpected Emergency: A guide for caregivers (1/2)
DESCRIPTION:This two-part webinar will go into the psychological\, emotional\, and practical components of creating an emergency plan for caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThere are often set plans and routines that caregivers\, whether a parent\, friend or family member\, rely on to create a sense of order and comfort in their daily life. Although life includes emergency situations that we can’t prevent\, caregivers can be well-prepared should an emergency comes to pass. \n“Planning For An Unexpected Emergency: A Caregiver Guide (two parts)” is designed to address the issues and concerns of caregivers associated with developing and implementing a crisis plan. The two-part webinar will go into the psychological\, emotional\, and practical components of such a plan. We will take into account the uniqueness of the caregiver relationship. \nTo register for Part 1 in English click here. \nTo register for Part 1 in French click here. \n\nTo register for Part 2 in English click here. \nTo register for Part 2 in French click here. \n\nSam Miller is a Registered Psychotherapist and has extensive experience in Trauma Response and Treatment and Wellness Initiatives. Sam has worked with many organizations and corporations in creating healthy\, respectful\, workplace environments as well as managing work-related traumatic events. In his psychotherapy practice\, Sam has worked with a variety of clients both privately and within many different workplace settings. He has dealt with different clinical issues ranging from anxiety and stress to workplace change\, conflict resolution and management-employee relations. Sam holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology from McGill University. \nRegister here:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-planning-for-an-unexpected-emergency-a-guide-for-caregivers-1-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210130T023605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210130T023605Z
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SUMMARY:Laying To Rest The Digital Accounts of the Deceased by Heart House Hospice
DESCRIPTION:Laying To Rest The Digital Accounts of the Deceased \nAs social media becomes more integral to our lives\, it is important to consider the implications of these accounts remaining following a death. In this presentation\, we will look at transferring access to online accounts following a death\, as well as options for maintaining\, cancelling or memorializing the accounts of the deceased. \nDate: Wednesday\nFebruary 17 2021\nTime: 1pm to 2pm\nLocation:Via Zoom \nPresented by Matthew Bergshoeff the Director of\nRequiem Information Services\, a Mississauga-based\ncompany providing IT services with a focus on cyber\nsecurity auditing and remediation \nPresented by Neil Verburg the Manager of Planning\nat Turner & Porter Funeral Directors\, one of Ontario’s\nlargest funeral providers\, representing Canada’s\nunique diversity. \nRegister Now! RSVP by emailing Kathy Ratchford at\nkratchford@hearthousehospice.com\nUpon registration you will receive the zoom link \nHeart House Hospice \n1-855 Matheson Blvd. East\nMississauga\, ON L4W 4L6 \nhearthousehospice.com
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/laying-to-rest-the-digital-accounts-of-the-deceased-by-heart-house-hospice/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210216T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210209T005418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T005418Z
UID:10000160-1613489400-1613494800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group by North York Seniors Centre
DESCRIPTION:Every 3rd Tuesday of the month – 3:30-5pm on Zoom \n“Are you Caring for someone at Home with Dementia\, or a Health-Related Illness that makes it Callenging to Cope with your Caregiver Duties? \n\nThis Caregiver Support Group offers a platform for you to share your challenges and get support in a Safe and Secure environment.\nEveryone is respected\, and your feelings and challenges are respected in a confidential\, and non-judgemental way.\nResources are provided for you to utilize to help you cope during your caregiving journey.\n\nRegister now with: \nStacy Hilliman shilliman@nyseniors.org \n416-733-4111 ext. 310 \nor \nHoay Tran htran@mowan.ca \n416-225-6041 ext. 8317
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-by-north-york-seniors-centre/2021-02-16/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210114T213340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T213340Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Sharing Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free webinar and learn more about the Sharing Dance Older Adults programs\, developed by Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) and Baycrest\, industry leaders in dance training and geriatric care. More than just physical activity\, dance is an artistic experience that taps into imagination\, self-expression and a sense of connection and community. During this interactive presentation you will have the opportunity to hear more about the benefits of dance for people receiving care and their caregivers. \nRegister here. \nTo register for this event in French click here. \nMegan N. Ferris is a Community Dance Specialist and the Coordinator of Partnerships and Evaluation at Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS). She is a graduate with distinction from the NBS Teacher Training Program and the Faculty of Arts at Ryerson University specializing in Early Childhood Studies. At NBS\, Megan’s role focuses on providing dance programming to people of all ages and abilities\, while coordinating partnership development as well as evaluation for on-site\, in community and online programming. Along with teaching in NBS’ Community Dance Programs\, Megan is also currently on faculty with the Teacher Training Program and the Associates Ballet Program. \nDr. Rachel Bar is the Director\, Research and Health at Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) and a Post-Doctoral Fellow with the Trent Centre for Aging and Society. As a dance artist\, she has been part of the multidisciplinary team that developed Baycrest and NBS’ approach to dance programming for older adults. As a researcher\, she has been involved in several projects investigating how and why older adults can benefit from accessible dance innovations\, including older adults living with Parkinson’s disease and dementia. \nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-sharing-dance/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210209T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210209T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T034140
CREATED:20210204T201006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T201006Z
UID:10000158-1612881000-1612888200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:MINDful Eating for Caregivers: Herbs and Spice Makes Everything Nice by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities’s Diabetes Prevention\, Health Promotion\, and Caregiver Wellness Teams for this month’s MINDful Eating for Caregivers workshop where we will discuss the health benefits of using fresh and dry herbs and spices while reducing sodium intake. Learn how to make your favourite marinades from scratch with the “spice queen”\, Domi\, using a variety of flavourful spices that will bring your meals to life without preservatives. Don’t miss out! \nDate: Tuesday February 9\, 2021\nTime: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm\, via Zoom \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, provide feedback! \nNote: Connection details will be sent to registered participants closer to the date. \nFor more information and to register\, contact Joanne at 416-948-8976 or jtandoc@schontario.ca
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/mindful-eating-for-caregivers-herbs-and-spice-makes-everything-nice-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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