Mindfulness Matters 2021 - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities We invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing, visualization & self- care practices, during these stressful times. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a […]
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 […]
Mindfulness Matters 2021 - by the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities We invite Caregivers & Seniors (55+) to join us for a 30 min guided program focusing on breathing, visualization & self- care practices, during these stressful times. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a […]
Feeling stretched caring for a loved one? About this Event YOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF: You provide care for a family member or friend in their home of yours or from a distance Attend appointments with another person Assist with grocery shopping, laundry and other household chores Accompany others on social outings and activities LEARN […]
In this webinar, we will present moving personal stories about Dementia. About this Event Be part of a creative approach to understanding dementia. Actors 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; […]
Let's Celebrate National Family Caregiver Day! About this Event FAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE A Moment for You: A Conversation Among Caregivers REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED Online info will be sent upon registration Tuesday April 6, 2021 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Members of parliament have voted unanimously to adopt the first Tuesday […]
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 […]
Are you a caregiver? Physical distancing can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This is true for family caregivers and the person they support. Discussion 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. […]
This webinar is about Grief and Bereavement About this Event “Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.” Helen Keller An 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 […]
This two-part webinar will go into the psychological, emotional, and practical components of creating an emergency plan for caregivers. About this Event There 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 […]
This presentation will teach you about healthy eating strategies and smart eating principles while managing a busy lifestyle. About this Event Caring for others can often mean less time to care for yourself. In this presentation you will learn to create balanced diets and enhance your ability to plan your meals. You will also learn […]
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. Join us for 5 weeks of training on various topics from Advance Care […]
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