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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Advance Care Planning for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will cover two main topics. The first is a discussion of the fundamental aspects of advance care planning (ACP) as it applies to you and to the people you care for. We will discuss what ACP is\, why it is important and how to begin advance care planning discussions. We will also discuss the role of a substitute decision-maker (SDM). The second topic will include a discussion of important concepts in caring for people with advanced illness\, such as “what does resuscitation status really mean?” and “when should I have palliative care involved?” and “what is the difference between care in a hospital versus a palliative care unit or hospice?” \nThis webinar is presented by Dr. Leah Steinberg\, a palliative care physician at Mount Sinai Hospital. She currently teaches palliative care to all level of learners and is involved in research in creating models for integrating palliative care into chronic disease management. Dr. Steinberg is also a member of the Advance Care Planning\, Goals of Care\, and Health Care Consent Clinician Advisory Team at Hospice Palliative Care Ontario. Dr. Jeff Myers will join Dr. Steinberg in this presentation. \n\n\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. Can’t join live? The session will be recorded; find the replay on our Vimeo channel: https://vimeo.com/ontariocaregiver
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-advance-care-planning-for-caregivers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201028T150000
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SUMMARY:Bits and Bites of Self Care for Older Adults by Community Caregiver Committee (Thunder Bay)
DESCRIPTION:Bits and Bites of Self Care for Older Adults \n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nCome and learn about resources available to support you in your caregiving role and then be prepared to laugh!! A 30 min session of laughter yoga will complete this event. \nLaughter yoga is joy\, health and peace through laughter. It’s fun\, easy and contagious! \nPresenters: \nHannah Albani\, Regional Facilitator\, Northern ON\, Ontario Caregiver Organization \nShauna Fossum\, Public Education Coordinator\, Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay \nColleen Dolce\, Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher\, Radiant Yoga with Colleen \n\nDate: Wednesday\, October 28\, 2020\nTime: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (EST)\nLocation: Via ZOOM\, no cost to register\, but registration is required.\nZoom is a video and audio conferencing platform you can use to virtually meet with others – either by video or audio-only or both. Join zoom meeting (requires computer/iPhone/iPad and internet connection) or from your smart phone with a one tap link\, or dial in from your landline using the toll free number. \nRegister in advance for this event through Eventbrite.\nYou will receive a confirmation email from Alison Denton immediately following registration\, as well as an email\nreminder 1 hour before the event with the zoom link. \nShould you require further information please contact:\nAlison Denton\, Manager\, North West Regional Seniors’ Care Program\ndentona@tbh.net or Office: (807) 346-2320 \n\nRegister:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/bits-and-bites-of-self-care-for-older-adults-by-community-caregiver-committee-thunder-bay/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201027
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SUMMARY:Caregiving Strategies course closes (self-directed study)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving Strategies (Summer 2020) \nYou 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. \nCourse Description \nThis course focuses on improving your skills\, knowledge\, and confidence as a family member or friend caring for a person living with frailty. \nCourse content explores your own self-care and topics associated with frailty. Research evidence suggests that applying strategies associated with these topics can support health\, well-being\, and improved quality of life. \nThis course offers diverse learning materials\, relevant readings\, videos\, engaging activities\, and opportunities to connect with other caregivers through moderated\, online discussion groups. \nTogether\, caregivers and health care professionals co-designed this course based on real-life experiences and expertise. \nSyllabus \nIntroduction: Let’s Get Started\nModule 1 – Caring for the Caregiver\nModule 2 – Pain\nModule 3 – Staying Active\nModule 4 – Nutrition and Bladder Health\nModule 5 – Medication Management\nModule 6 – Changes in Thinking and Behaviour (Delirium)\nModule 7 – Social Engagement\nModule 8 – Bringing it all Together \nCourse Details \nCourse Facilitators \nSarah Dolsen\, MN\, RN\, GNC(C)\, PhD (c)\, Knowledge to Practice Specialist \nCourse designed by: \nSarah Dolsen\, MN\, RN\, GNC(C)\, PhD (c)\, Knowledge to Practice Specialist\, Regional Geriatric Programs of Ontario \nSandy Hughes\, Instructional Designer (McMaster University Continuing Education) \nChristie Nash\, M.Ed\, Engagement and Impact Specialist\, Regional Geriatric Programs of Ontario
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-strategies-course-closes-self-directed-study/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="RGPs of Ontario":MAILTO:info@rgpo.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201022T130000
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Legal Framework and Top Tips for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Your role of caregiver is a challenging one – and navigating the health system can be hard. Hear from a health lawyer about caregiving \nAbout this Event\nThis 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 you make health care decisions for your loved one? What if you come up against barriers in giving or receiving ‘need to know’ information? Is the ‘system’ really a system? We will use case scenarios and our top tips to help you be more informed and confident as you support your loved one. \nPresenter Mary Jane Dykeman is a partner and co-founder at INQ Data Law and DDO Health Law in Toronto. In her health law work\, she regularly assists hospitals\, long-term care homes\, retirement homes and community health care organizations to find practical solutions to legal\, clinical\, risk and privacy matters – including consent\, capacity and substitute decision-making and difficult family issues. Since 2004\, she has taught the mental health law course in the Osgoode Professional Development Health Law LL.M.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-legal-framework-and-top-tips-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201016T130000
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Caregivers:Getting smart technology to work for you
DESCRIPTION:Using off the shelf smart technology such as cellphones\, iPads\, and security cameras to alleviate some of the stress of caregiving.\nAbout this Event\nUsing 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. \nThere are 4 areas in which smart technology can be useful to caregivers: \n1. safety \n2. care recipient independence \n3. stimulation \n4. socialization. \nThrough this interactive webinar\, Maurine Parzen RN\, PhD and experienced caregiver\, will share her experience with smart technology\, and discuss these 4 areas. She will go over practical tips on how they can help caregivers in their day-to-day role of caring for their family member\, neighbour or friend.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-caregiversgetting-smart-technology-to-work-for-you/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201014T140000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude in Caregiving by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:In October\, we celebrate Thanksgiving\, a holiday where we pause and reflect on what we are grateful for in our\nlives. Gratitude is widely perceived as a key factor to wellbeing by different cultures and faiths. There is growing\nresearch in the relationship between the benefits of gratitude and caregiver coping. In this workshop\, we will\nexamine gratitude as one intervention for coping and provide time saving and practical exercises to foster\ngratitude. \nAbout the facilitator:\nBrenda Davie is the owner and operator of Silent Heroes. She is a freelance caregiver coach and workshop\nfacilitator supporting family caregivers who care for an adult or child living with a health condition or disability.\nShe currently writes monthly caregiving blogs for various caregiving websites. Brenda also works for a national\nnon-profit healthcare company as a virtual caregiver coach supporting sons and daughters of aging parents and\nis a caregiver coach for Veteran Affairs under their program The Caregiver Zone. As well\, Brenda is a volunteer\nco-lead for a provincially funded caregiver self management program. On a personal note\, Brenda was a\ncaregiver for 10 years to her Mom living with dementia. \n  \nTo register: Connect with Joanne Tandoc\, SCHC Caregiver Wellness Coordinator\njtandoc@schcontario.ca or 416 948 8976 on or before Friday\, October 2\, 2020
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/cultivating-an-attitude-of-gratitude-in-caregiving-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201014T130000
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SUMMARY:OCO Free Webinar: Caregiver skills: getting smart technology to work for you
DESCRIPTION:Using off the shelf smart technology such as cellphones\, iPads\, and security cameras to alleviate some of the stress of caregiving.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nUsing 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. \nThere are 4 areas in which smart technology can be useful to caregivers: \n1. safety \n2. care recipient independence \n3. stimulation \n4. socialization. \nThrough this interactive webinar\, Maurine Parzen RN\, PhD and experienced caregiver\, will share her experience with smart technology\, and discuss these 4 areas. She will go over practical tips on how they can help caregivers in their day-to-day role of caring for their family member\, neighbour or friend.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-free-webinar-caregiver-skills-getting-smart-technology-to-work-for-you/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201013T130000
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SUMMARY:OCO's SCALE Program: Support for Caregiver Awareness\, Learning & Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:The Supporting Caregiver Awareness\, Leaning and Empowerment (SCALE) Program is an 8-week educational webinar series for unpaid caregivers.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe 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 aims to empower caregivers with practical information\, and skills to enhance self-awareness with a focus on your own needs and well-being. Select a topic you are interested in each week or take the entire program. As a caregiver\, we understand how valuable your time is and that is why we developed a program to best suit your schedule. \nThe following topics will be explored in the series to help you: \nWeek 1 Topic: Your Caregiving Journey (October 13th\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nExploration of the stages of caregiving and the understanding of the care recipient’s experience. \nWeek 2 Topic: How Caregiving Stress Affects You (October 20th\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nExploration of the physical\, emotional\, and mental impacts of caregiving. \nWeek 3 Topic: Become a Mindful Caregiver (October 27th\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nExplore the seven attitudes of mindfulness and how this can be integrated into your caregiving relationship. \nWeek 4 Topic: The Self-Compassionate Caregiver (November 3rd\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nManage your inner critic through developing your soothing self. \nWeek 5 Topic: How Caregivers can Overcome Sadness & Guilt (November 10th\, 2020; 12-1pm) \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. \nWeek 6 Topic: How Caregivers can Overcome Anxiety & Anger (November 17th\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nExplore where feelings of anxiety and anger come from\, and how to manage them in the context of your caregiving role. \nWeek 7 Topic: Find Your Caregiving Strengths (November 24th\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nExplore the top attributes and resources you already possess that enable you to succeed in your caregiving role. \nWeek 8 Topic: Time for Self-Care While Caregiving (December 1st\, 2020; 12-1pm) \nExplore strategies on how to integrate psychological and physical tools to manage your mental health daily. Based on Motivational Interviewing skills\, health coaching techniques and integrative health assessment quizzes. \nIf you cannot attend the webinars live\, they will be recorded and available at www.ontariocaregiver.ca. \n\n\nRegister for Group and/or Private Coaching \nAfter each weekly webinar\, group coaching will be available every Wednesday and Monday while private coaching will be available every Wednesday and Thursday. \nTo register for Wednesday group coaching: \nhttps://dynamic-health.janeapp.com/locations/ontario-caregiver-organization/book#/discipline/33/treatment/99 \nTo register for Monday group coaching: \nhttps://dynamic-health.janeapp.com/locations/ontario-caregiver-organization/book#/discipline/31/treatment/95 \nTo register for private coaching: \nhttps://dynamic-health.janeapp.com/locations/ontario-caregiver-organization/book#/discipline/30/treatment/136 \nThe support/counselling sessions are confidential and will allow you to consolidate what you learn with clinical support for growth and well-being. The booking for these sessions is through a secure and confidential link where you will be prompted to book a time of day that is most convenient for you. Please note\, these sessions are limited and are first registered\, first served basis. \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. \nDeborah Miller (MEd\, ACC\, CCDP) researches\, develops\, delivers\, and evaluates positive psychoeducational programs\, coaching\, and coach education. Deborah is deeply committed to supporting organizations and direct service clients to showcase and enact strengths and create hope\, optimism\, and flourishing in the world of work and in the greater context of life. She is a Doctoral candidate in Coaching Psychology and holds a Master of Education in Adult Education (MEd). She is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coach Federation (ICF)\, a coaching practice leader\, and a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP). Deborah also acts as adjunct faculty at the post-secondary level. If we are all “just walking each other home”\, Deborah believes there is a path forward for each of us to discover within that will enable us to be fully human on this great walk home. \nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Ontario Caregiver Organization and Dynamic Health. \nREGISTER:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/ocos-scale-program-support-for-caregiver-awareness-learning-empowerment/2020-10-13/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201007T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200915T000936Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Matters by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Matters \nMindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts\, feelings\, bodily sensations\, and surrounding environment\, through a gentle\, nurturing lens. \nInviting Caregivers and Seniors (55+)  for a 30 minute guided program focusing on breathing\, visualization\, and self-care practices\, during these stressful times.\n​\nWednesdays\, 1pm to 1:30pm \nOctober 7th – December 16th\, 2020 \n​To register please contact dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca or call 416-277-0025 \nA zoom link will only be sent out to those that register. \nYou may attend 1 or all sessions \nHome
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/mindfulness-matters-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities-2/2020-10-07/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200930T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
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SUMMARY:OCO Young Caregiver Online Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caregiver between the ages of 15-25? \nJoin us on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm for a secure online support group dedicated to Young Caregivers. \nYoung caregivers or carers are children\, youth and young adults (under age 24) who provide care for a sibling\, parent or grandparent. They are often a hidden and at-risk-group of caregivers\, helping a family member with a chronic illness\, disability (physical or intellectual)\, mental health\, addiction\, or socioeconomic factor (single parent family\, language barrier\, etc.). \nPlease join this Young Caregiver Online Support Group created by the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) to offset any support groups you may not be able to visit in your community during this time. Discussion will be driven by young caregivers to discuss issues of highest importance to young caregivers caregivers with facilitation by an OCO staff person on Wednesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST \nOnce registered\, you will receive more information about how you can join the group for these discussions either by phone or on your personal computer. \n****Participants in this group must be between the ages of 15 to 25. \nRegister today:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-young-caregiver-online-support-group/2020-09-30/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200930T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200901T011621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T011621Z
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SUMMARY:“It takes a village” – Building A Care Management Team with TYZE by March of Dimes
DESCRIPTION:FAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE Resources and Supports for Caregivers REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED Online info will be sent upon reg\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE\nResources and Supports for Caregivers\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED \nOnline info will be sent upon registration \nWednesday\, Septembre 30th \n2:00 PM to 3:30 PM \nJoin Ihor Petelycky as he gives an overview of TYZE an online resource for family caregivers. \nProviding daily medical and personal care\, dealing with the healthcare system\, managing appointments and medications\, holding on to a job\, and managing your own family’s personal and household needs is demanding. \nTyze helps you build a team of family\, friends\, and healthcare professionals to ensure effective and efficient communication and collaboration between everyone contributing to an individual’s well-being can help. \n\n\nSPEAKER \nIhor Petelycky \nAfter fifteen years in the Film and TV broadcast industry\, Ihor followed his interests in technology by joining MGI Software as MGI’s Chief Product Strategist\, managing the design and development of industry leading consumer software products. He has been on the ground floor of several successful tech start-ups over the years\, and unofficially retired in 2016. \nAfter a very brief retirement\, Ihor became a consultant and contractor with Saint Elizabeth Health Care\, developing and managing a number of applications including SEMotorist\, a mobile app for drivers with disabilities\, HockeyFit\, a fitness app for middle aged men and Tyze Personal Networks. In early 2020 Ihor formed Tyze Networks Inc. and acquired Tyze from SEHC. \nTyze is a private\, secure\, and practical\, web-based application that enables caregivers to create\, connect\, communicate\, and coordinate a care team. \nTyze leverages the concept of a networked model of care and secure cloud computing to help people and organizations communicate and manage care for others. \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/it-takes-a-village-building-a-care-management-team-with-tyze-by-march-of-dimes/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200911T234945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T234945Z
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SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Introduction to our Free Programs & Services
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the OCO’s Free Programs & Services\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre 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? \nWhether you’re just curious or seeking practical information on what the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) can do to help caregivers\, this webinar will present information\, resources and supports for caregivers in every step of their journey. \nAll of our programs and services are free\, available online through a number of convenient and easy-to-use formats such as video conferencing\, webinars\, downloadable information\, with options for phone\, chat and email support. If you’re more comfortable with individual programs\, group meetings or need other types of information\, this webinar can help you better understand what’s available to support caregivers. You might event find something you’d like to share!
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-introduction-to-our-free-programs-services/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200924T150000
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SUMMARY:A Healthy Bite of Exercise & Nutrition with Urban Poling Inc! by March of Dimes
DESCRIPTION:Join Nina for this monthly informative “bite” of exercise and nutrition that is sure to impress!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED\nOnline info will be sent upon registration\nThursday Septmeber 24th\n2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\nGrab a cup of coffee and join our weekly chat and join Nina for an informative “bite” of exercise and nutrition that is sure to impress! Nina will be leading a series of seated and standing exercises which will get your heart pumping and put your mind at ease. She’ll complete the session with a brief chat on nutrition which will complete the bite! \n\n\nSpeaker \nNina LePage \nNina is an Urban Poling master trainer\, a Can Fit Pro personal trainer\, group fitness trainer and older adult trainer. She is also a Hatha yoga teacher (200 hours) and has been teaching chair fitness and yoga classes since 2012. Nina started her fitness profession in 1978 and she has a lot of experience teaching both on line and in person. During her years living in SAN Francisco she took her nutrition educator certification at the Bauman Holistic College in 2007. Currently Nina is teaching zoom classes for the Lindenlea Community Centre and for the Rideau Sports Centre.Nina has helped with the warm up for many fundraiser walking events.She teaches Nordic walking at a social distance to small groups.The great outdoors is her passion.She loves to help people move well and eat well to feel good. \nUrban Poling \nUrban Poling is proud to be an awarding winning and 100% women-owned and operated Canadian company. Incorporated in 2005\, it was one of the first companies to bring Urban Poling (generic name is Nordic walking) to Canada! Today as an international education centre & distributor\, our high performance Urban and ACTIVATOR poles are found in 700+ stores and have been adopted as a therapy & fitness tool by more than 5000 graduates of our training programs including\, diverse healthcare professionals and fitness instructors. \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-healthy-bite-of-exercise-nutrition-with-urban-poling-inc-by-march-of-dimes/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200910T194604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T194604Z
UID:10000109-1600948800-1600952400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Sleep: The Caregiver's Elusive Friend
DESCRIPTION:The demands of caregiving often place tension on caregivers’ time\, meaning that important basic needs often fall by the wayside. Regardless of how long you’ve been a caregiver\, how many hours you spend supporting a loved one\, family member\, friend or neighbour\, you may experience challenges in getting the sleep you need due to the demands on your time\, or the stress that can accompany being a caregiver. The further good quality sleep is from your reach\, the more negative impacts you and your care recipient may experience. Yet\, quality of sleep is critical for our well-being\, and research does show that when caregivers take better care of themselves\, their care recipient does benefit. So how can we improve the quality of our sleep? We hope this webinar can help! \nThe Ontario Caregiver Organization is proud to present Sleep: The Caregiver’s Elusive Friend\, on September 24th at 12 p.m. (noon) EST. Join our conversation as we talk about “All Things Sleep” for caregivers\, and what this means in terms of sleep disorders\, medication dependence\, substance dependence and overall quality of life. \nThis session\, featuring Dr. David Gardner\, will explore sleep\, insomnia\, and the role of sleeping pills and non-pharmaceutical approaches to achieve a good night’s sleep. Dr. Gardner will delve into issues faced by caregivers that include: difficulties getting to sleep\, staying asleep\, sleeping pill risks\, effective alternatives\, and much more. \nDr. Gardner is a Pharmacist and Professor with the Department of Psychiatry at Dalhousie University with extensive research in deprescribing and sleep hygiene. With a unique perspective as a pharmacist and researcher; Dr. Gardner will share his knowledge on how caregivers can improve their sleep and well-being. There will be an opportunity to bring your own questions at the end of the webinar\, so be sure to register and join us live! \nDr. David Gardner’s research covers pharmacoepidemiology\, safe and effective use of psychotropic medications\, and program development and implementation in mental health and addictions services in primary care with a focus on pharmacists’ roles and services. With Dr. Andrea Murphy\, he has co-developed More Than Meds\, the Bloom Program\, Headstrong – Taking Things Head-On\, and Sleepwell. He has 100 peer reviewed publications and is the author of Antipsychotics and Their Side Effects. Recognitions include multiple teaching awards\, the 2012 Canadian Pharmacists Association Pharmacist of the Year award\, and in 2017 was identified as a CAMH Difference Maker in its 150 Leading Canadians for Mental Health campaign. Dr. Gardner balances his scholarly work with regular community outreach\, advocacy\, and clinical activities. \nWeblinks: \nSleepwell: https://mysleepwell.ca \nBloom Program: http://bloomprogram.ca \nHeadstrong: https://headstrong.life \nMedication Infoshare: http://medicationinfoshare.com
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/sleep-the-caregivers-elusive-friend/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200923T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200901T011953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T011953Z
UID:10000107-1600869600-1600875000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding caregiver benefits with the Canada Revenue Agency by March of Dimes
DESCRIPTION:Understanding caregiver benefits and tax credits.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE – WEBINAR\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED\nOnline info will be sent upon registration\nWednesday Septmember 23rd\n2:00 PM to 3:30 PM\nGrab a cup of coffee and join ourwebinar with Line Goulet\, Outreach Officer for the Canada Revenue Agency\, as she explains what is available for Canadians Caregivers to claim and also discusses the new changes around COVID-19. \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/understanding-caregiver-benefits-with-the-canada-revenue-agency-by-march-of-dimes/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200901T010522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T010522Z
UID:10000104-1600264800-1600270200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Webinar: Supports and Resources for Caregivers with March of Dimes
DESCRIPTION:FAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE Resources and Supports for Caregivers REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED Online info will be sent upon reg\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFAMILY CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE\nResources and Supports for Caregivers\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS REQUIRED \nOnline info will be sent upon registration \nWednesday\, Septembre 16th \n2:00 PM to 3:30 PM \nJoin Katie Muirhead from the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) to learn more about OCO and how they support Unpaid Caregivers across Ontario. Katie will review a brief history of the organization and go into details about the resources and supports that they are currently offering Caregivers. These supports include recent additions in response to COVID-19.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-webinar-supports-and-resources-for-caregivers-with-march-of-dimes/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200910T194452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T194452Z
UID:10000108-1600250400-1600254000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO Webinar: Q&A on Compassionate Communication and Self-Empathy for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is intended as a follow-up discussion on the topic of non-violent communication and managing conflict and challenging emotions that caregivers may experience. We were so impressed with the quantity and quality of your questions generated by two previous webinars by Marion Little and Mieko Ise\, that we believe they deserve answers.\n\nAs a reminder\, the two webinars explored self-empathy and non-violent communication as part of the caregiver role. Marion and Mieko presented perspectives and tools to translate and transform the caregiver experience by expanding strategies for empathy and compassionate communication toward self and others.\n\nTo get the most out of this Q&A session\, you can watch one or both of the previous webinars before joining on September 16th. The replay is also a great way to refresh your memory of the key concepts.\n\nWatch the replay for each webinar here:\n\nTransforming Caregiver Guilt & Resentment and Caregiving: https://vimeo.com/449766605\n\nConflict\, & Compassionate Communication:\nhttps://vimeo.com/450102162\n\nTo submit a question in advance\, please email us at info@ontariocaregiver.ca before September 4\, 2020\, and we will share them with Marion and Mieko to be included in the conversation. We hope you’ll join us!
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-webinar-qa-on-compassionate-communication-and-self-empathy-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200910T201500
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200901T010015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T010015Z
UID:10000103-1599764400-1599768900@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools For Caregivers by Healthy Living Now
DESCRIPTION:Virtual 6-week workshop via OTN \nFrom 7pm until 8:15pm \nFREE \nPlease note: This workshop is being provided in partnership with CHATS; as part of the registration process we will require your consent to share your contact information with CHATS staff. \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. \nThe Powerful Tools for Caregivers program is an evidence-based education program offering a unique combination of elements. The scripted curriculum and the intricately detailed training material\, have guaranteed its consistency and quality. \nPowerful Tools for Caregivers is a program you can count on to make a positive difference in your life. \nThere are 12 places available.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-by-healthy-living-now/2020-09-10/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200903T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200903T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200914T230749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T230749Z
UID:10000113-1599143400-1599147000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group - currently full
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: \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group-2/2020-09-03/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200902T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200902T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200831T202729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200831T202729Z
UID:10000102-1599060600-1599064200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Money tips for Seniors during COVID-19 by Ontario Securities Commission
DESCRIPTION:We’re helping seniors protect their hardearned\nmoney during COVID-19. Join the\nOntario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility\nand the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC)\nin a special webinar event to learn about:\nExperts will be on hand to answer your\nquestions about money\, investing and fraud. \n  \nThe Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility and the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) are holding a special webinar event\, Money tips for seniors during COVID-19 on Wednesday\, September 2 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. You can register here for the event: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/908928188847542287 \n  \nSpecial guests during this event include: \n  \nHon. Raymond Cho \nMinister for Seniors and Accessibility \nGovernment of Ontario \n  \nDaisy Wai  \nParliamentary Assistant to the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility \nGovernment of Ontario \n  \nGrant Vingoe \nActing Chair and CEO \nOntario Securities Commission \n  \nTyler Fleming  \nDirector\, Investor Office \nOntario Securities Commission
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/money-tips-for-seniors-during-covid-19-by-ontario-securities-commission/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200902T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200914T230306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T230306Z
UID:10000112-1599042600-1599046200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:OCO Caregiver Online Support Group - currently full
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: \n 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/oco-caregiver-online-support-group/2020-09-02/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200901
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200825T002556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T002556Z
UID:10000099-1598832000-1598918399@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiving Strategies course begins (self-directed study)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving Strategies (Summer 2020) \nYou 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. \nCourse Description \nThis course focuses on improving your skills\, knowledge\, and confidence as a family member or friend caring for a person living with frailty. \nCourse content explores your own self-care and topics associated with frailty. Research evidence suggests that applying strategies associated with these topics can support health\, well-being\, and improved quality of life. \nThis course offers diverse learning materials\, relevant readings\, videos\, engaging activities\, and opportunities to connect with other caregivers through moderated\, online discussion groups. \nTogether\, caregivers and health care professionals co-designed this course based on real-life experiences and expertise. \nSyllabus \nIntroduction: Let’s Get Started\nModule 1 – Caring for the Caregiver\nModule 2 – Pain\nModule 3 – Staying Active\nModule 4 – Nutrition and Bladder Health\nModule 5 – Medication Management\nModule 6 – Changes in Thinking and Behaviour (Delirium)\nModule 7 – Social Engagement\nModule 8 – Bringing it all Together \nCourse Details \nCourse Facilitators \nSarah Dolsen\, MN\, RN\, GNC(C)\, PhD (c)\, Knowledge to Practice Specialist \nCourse designed by: \nSarah Dolsen\, MN\, RN\, GNC(C)\, PhD (c)\, Knowledge to Practice Specialist\, Regional Geriatric Programs of Ontario \nSandy Hughes\, Instructional Designer (McMaster University Continuing Education) \nChristie Nash\, M.Ed\, Engagement and Impact Specialist\, Regional Geriatric Programs of Ontario
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-strategies-course-begins-self-directed-study/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="RGPs of Ontario":MAILTO:info@rgpo.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200730T195039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T195039Z
UID:10000093-1597924800-1597928400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Caregiving\, Conflict\, & Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:This session invites participants to expand their perspectives and approaches to conflicts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nMany kinds of conflict can arise in the context of caregiving: conflict with oneself\, siblings\, children\, the care recipient\, support staff\, and medical practitioners. It’s a normal and common part of relationships\, but it still catches us off guard and leaves us frustrated and confused. This session draws on Marshall Rosenberg’s compassionate Nonviolent Communication process (2015)\, inviting participants to expand their perspectives and approaches to conflict. It involves practicing self-empathy\, empathy towards others (even when we don’t feel like it)\, and honest assertiveness (even when it’s scary). We’ll explore ways to understand each other\, work and grow together\, even when we don’t agree. We’ll also look for strategies that better meet everyone’s needs. \nPlease bring a pen and paper to the webinar. Across the top of the page\, summarize a low-level instance of caregiver conflict or frustration with someone else that you wish you’d handled differently\, keep it to one sentence. This is for your own private practice. If there is time\, the presenter may invite examples\, but you do not have to share. \nMarion Little\, MA Dispute Resolution\, BA Linguistics\, CNVC Certified Trainer\, manages Community Services and Training for the John Howard Society of Peterborough\, including conflict resolution\, violence prevention\, and communication skills programs for adults & youth. Marion has taught undergraduate and graduate level courses in mediation and nonprofit management. She has also served as executive director for several social service agencies in BC. \nMieko Ise has been a caregiver to both her parents and in-laws for the past 10 years. It is Mieko’s intention to use her lived experiences to help other caregivers with their journeys and to be a catalyst for enhancing interactions between caregivers and healthcare professionals. Currently she is involved with the Ontario Caregiver Organization advising on the creation of new caregiver programs and services.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/webinar-caregiving-conflict-compassionate-communication-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200730T194501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T194501Z
UID:10000092-1597320000-1597323600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Transforming Caregiver Guilt & Resentment
DESCRIPTION:This session explores self-empathy as a way to transform caregiver guilt\, shame\, and resentment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe story about “not enough” comes up when loved ones suffer and we cannot fix it\, or resources are limited\, or the care recipient unloads frustration and embarrassment on us\, or we’re burning out. It can seem unbearable and unsolvable. Drawing on Marshall Rosenberg’s compassionate Nonviolent Communication process (2015)\, we will investigate perspectives and tools to translate and transform these experiences. We’ll consider the impact of lost identities and hopes. Going beyond surface self-care efforts\, we’ll identify underlying needs and imagine strategies to meet those needs more deeply\, so we have the personal reserves to care for others. \nPlease bring a pen and paper to the webinar. Across the top of the page\, summarize a low-level instance of caregiver guilt or resentment or “not enough-ness” using one sentence. This is for your own private practice. If there is time\, the presenter may invite some examples\, but you do not have to share. \nMarion Little\, MA Dispute Resolution\, BA Linguistics\, CNVC Certified Trainer\, manages Community Services and Training for the John Howard Society of Peterborough\, including conflict resolution\, violence prevention\, and communication skills programs for adults & youth. Marion has taught undergraduate and graduate level courses in mediation and nonprofit management. She has also served as executive director for several social service agencies in BC. \nMieko Ise has been a caregiver to both her parents and in-laws for the past 10 years. It is Mieko’s intention to use her lived experiences to help other caregivers with their journeys and to be a catalyst for enhancing interactions between caregivers and healthcare professionals. Currently she is involved with the Ontario Caregiver Organization advising on the creation of new caregiver programs and services.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/webinar-transforming-caregiver-guilt-resentment/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200812T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200814T220715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200814T220715Z
UID:10000098-1597237200-1597239000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Matters by Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Matters \nMindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts\, feelings\, bodily sensations\, and surrounding environment\, through a gentle\, nurturing lens. \nInviting Caregivers and Seniors (55+)  for a 30 minute guided program focusing on breathing\, visualization\, and self-care practices\, during these stressful times.\n​\nWednesdays\, 1pm to 1:30pm \n​Aug 12\, 19th\, 26th\, & Sept 2nd \n​To register please contact dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca or call 416-277-0025 \nA zoom link will only be sent out to those that register. \nYou may attend 1 or all 4 sessions \nHome
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/mindfulness-matters-by-scarborough-centre-for-healthy-communities/2020-08-12/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:dlee@schcontario.ca/jtandoc@schcontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200706T142201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T142201Z
UID:10000090-1595505600-1595509200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Do-It-Yourself Acupressure for Stress Relief: Tools for Caregiver Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Caring for yourself is one of the most important—and one of the most often forgotten—things you can do as a caregiver. When your needs are taken care of\, the person you care for will benefit\, too. Regardless of age\, sex\, and race and ethnicity\, caregivers report problems attending to their own health and well-being while managing caregiving responsibilities. As caregivers experience varying levels of stress and burnout; self-care is central to creating balance in one’s daily life and caregiving journey. \nThe Ontario Caregiver Organization is proud to present Christine Fung; an Acupuncturist for over 20 years. This session will be focused on self-help acupressure techniques to help relieve stress and improve well-being. This session is great for all ages and those who are looking to get instant relief from stress\, anxiety and insomnia. \nChristine has spent over the past 10 years working as an acupuncturist helping patients to achieve their optimal wellness. She strongly believes that traditional acupuncture is an effective alternative medicine in conjunction with conventional medical treatments for ailments. \nChristine runs her own practice in Mississauga\, Acupuncture Shiatsu Clinic which has been established for over 20 years. She has received several awards throughout the years. She has received the Community Building Award presented by Bathurst-Finch Network in 2012\, Top Acupuncturist in Mississauga presented by Top Choice Awards in 2011 and 2013\, and Three Best Rated Acupuncturist in Mississauga in 2017\, 2018 and 2019.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/do-it-yourself-acupressure-for-stress-relief-tools-for-caregiver-self-care/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200706T141939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T141939Z
UID:10000089-1594814400-1594818000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Cultivating Mindfulness for Well-being Among Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Many caregivers frequently experience stress\, anxiety\, depression and loneliness. Mindfulness helps us stay in the present so that we can manage negative emotions and build emotional strength. This\, in turn\, allows us to care for our loved ones more effectively. \nThe Ontario Caregiver Organization is proud to present Dr. Alexandra Fiocco; Director of the Stress and Healthy Aging Research Laboratory at Ryerson University. In this presentation\, Dr. Fiocco will discuss the impact that chronic stress has on the mind and body. She will encourage attendees to identify the ingredients to their stress and how the experience of stress is manifested in the body. Dr. Fiocco will also provide an overview of mindfulness meditation\, an evidence-based stress-management tool that has been shown to decrease stress and support the wellbeing of family caregivers. Attendees will also be invited to engage in a short sitting practice before opening the floor for Q&A. \nBio: Dr. Alexandra Fiocco is an Associate Professor and Director of the Stress and Healthy Aging Research Laboratory at Ryerson University. Her research focuses on the impact of stress and lifestyle behaviours on emotional and cognitive wellbeing in later adulthood. She has been practicing mindfulness meditation for 10 years\, has engaged in mindfulness research for 6 years\, and is a Qualified Teacher of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) as defined by the University of California San Diego Mindfulness-based Professional Training Institute.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/cultivating-mindfulness-for-well-being-among-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200709T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
CREATED:20200706T142408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200706T142408Z
UID:10000091-1594299600-1594305000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Welcoming Families Back: What to Expect and Tools for Success
DESCRIPTION:COVID-19 has been a particularly challenging time for families and caregivers who have not been able to visit or provide care to those living in long-term care homes (LTCH). Family Councils of Ontario and the Ontario Caregiver Organization have been actively working together to prepare LTCHs and their family caregivers for the re-opening of doors to visitors. \nIn this joint presentation\, participants will learn to balance safety and infection risk with the need to welcome families back in an inclusive and respectful way. The latest Ministry of Long Term Care guidelines will be presented as will resources and tools (such as Caregiver ID) to help with this balanced approach. Scenarios will be used to illustrate the phased guidelines and the application of the tools. Additional supports for caregivers will be highlighted. \nThis webinar will include speakers from the Family Councils of Ontario and the Ontario Caregiver Organization. \n\nSamantha Peck is the Executive Director of the Family Councils of Ontario and is passionate about helping people and groups achieve their goals. In her 11 years with Family Councils Ontario (formerly Family Councils’ Program) she has supported thousands of family members and long-term care home staff improve their work to achieve the best possible outcomes and meaningful impacts. In her role as Executive Director\, she focuses on building and maintaining relationships with funders\, stakeholders\, and interconnected organizations to carry out activities that support FCO’s mission & developing strategies that enable the organization to create positive change within the long-term care sector. Samantha holds an Honours B.A. from York University. A dedicated lifelong learner\, she also holds Advanced Client-Directed Case Management and Volunteer Management post-graduate certificates from Humber College\, Project Management Certificate from University of Toronto\, and is currently working on her Masters Certificate in Adult Training and Development from the Schulich Executive Education Centre & Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Management Certificate from Ryerson University.\n\n\nAmy Coupal is the CEO of the Ontario Caregiver Organization\, a non-profit funded by the Ministry of Health that was formed in 2018 to support Ontario’s 3.3 million caregivers. A visionary leader with 15 years of experience in the not-for-profit sector\, Amy has extensive experience building organizations from the ground up and is excited to be leading the Ontario Caregiver Organization through its early days of growth. She has held a number of CEO roles\, including CEO of Learnography and My Class Needs Foundation\, and has expertise in the latest innovations and technologies related to learning and education. Amy is passionate about mobilizing change through knowledge sharing and building collaborative initiatives that positively impact the lives of individuals and communities. Amy has a Masters of Education from the University of Calgary and is an Adler-trained coach. Her insights have been shared through speaking and media engagements\, both internationally and here in Canada. Amy has a deep understanding of the benefits and challenges associated with caregiving. As a caregiver for most of her life\, Amy helped to support her brother who had Cerebral Palsy. She was also a caregiver to her mother throughout her cancer journey and now supports her elderly father.\n\n\nJoanne Sidorchuk is the Project Lead\, Strategic Partnerships & Innovation at the Ontario Caregiver Organization.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/welcoming-families-back-what-to-expect-and-tools-for-success/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:The Caregiver Project: Weekly Fireside Chat For Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:This week’s theme: We want to hear from you! \nGrab a cup of coffee and join our weekly fireside chat with The March of Dimes. \nCaring for a family member or friend can be a lonely experience. Connect with others who understand in our weekly fireside chat. \nTo ensure we meet the needs of caregivers we want to know what caregivers need most to not only survive but to thrive. \nWhat are your needs during this current pandemic?  What type of online programming do you want as a caregiver? \nMeet with other caregivers and chat about supports\, resources and how everyone is coping during this pandemic. \nRegister today:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-caregiver-project-weekly-fireside-chat-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T075709
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UID:10000066-1588773600-1588779000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:The Caregiver Project Webinar: Supports and Resources for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join Katie Muirhead from the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) to learn more about OCO and how they support Unpaid Caregivers across Ontario. Katie will review a brief history of the organization and go into details about the resources and supports that they are currently offering Caregivers. These supports include recent additions in response to COVID-19. \nRegister today:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/the-caregiver-project-webinar-supports-and-resources-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
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