• Caregiving Strategies course closes (self-directed study)

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    Caregiving Strategies (Summer 2020) You will be interested in this course if you are a family member or friend providing care and support to a senior who is experiencing frailty. You will learn about living with frailty and develop strategies to support you in your caregiving role. Course Description This course focuses on improving your […]

  • OCO Webinar: Legal Framework and Top Tips for Caregivers

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    Your role of caregiver is a challenging one – and navigating the health system can be hard. Hear from a health lawyer about caregiving About this Event This session with a health lawyer aims to explain some of the common scenarios you may face as a caregiver, and practical strategies to address them. When can […]

  • OCO Webinar: Caregivers:Getting smart technology to work for you

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    Using off the shelf smart technology such as cellphones, iPads, and security cameras to alleviate some of the stress of caregiving. About this Event Using off-the-shelf smart technology such as cellphones, iPads, and security cameras can alleviate some of the stress associated with caregiving, and can provide a caregiver with some peace of mind. There […]

  • OCO Free Webinar: Caregiver skills: getting smart technology to work for you

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    Using off the shelf smart technology such as cellphones, iPads, and security cameras to alleviate some of the stress of caregiving. About this Event Using off-the-shelf smart technology such as cellphones, iPads, and security cameras can alleviate some of the stress associated with caregiving, and can provide a caregiver with some peace of mind. There […]

  • OCO’s SCALE Program: Support for Caregiver Awareness, Learning & Empowerment

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    The Supporting Caregiver Awareness, Leaning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program is an 8-week educational webinar series for unpaid caregivers. About this Event The Support for Caregiver Awareness, Learning & Empowerment (SCALE) Program is a series of free, weekly webinars for family caregivers. Facilitated by Leah Weisberg, RN, Michal Goldstein, MSW and Deborah Miller, MEd, the program […]

  • Mindfulness Matters by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities

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    Mindfulness Matters Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a gentle, nurturing lens. Inviting Caregivers and Seniors (55+)  for a 30 minute guided program focusing on breathing, visualization, and self-care practices, during these stressful times. ​ Wednesdays, 1pm to 1:30pm October 7th - December 16th, 2020 ​To […]

  • OCO Young Caregiver Online Support Group

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    Are you a caregiver between the ages of 15-25?

    Join us on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm for a secure online support group dedicated to Young Caregivers.

  • “It takes a village” – Building A Care Management Team with TYZE by March of Dimes

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    FAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE Resources and Supports for Caregivers REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED Online info will be sent upon reg About this Event FAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE Resources and Supports for Caregivers REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED Online info will be sent upon registration Wednesday, Septembre 30th 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Join Ihor […]

  • OCO Webinar: Introduction to our Free Programs & Services

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    Introduction to the OCO’s Free Programs & Services About this Event Are you new to caregiving and looking for supports? An experienced caregiver looking for new tools and resources? Perhaps you already know the OCO and would like to know what we have coming up this fall? Whether you’re just curious or seeking practical information […]