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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 \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/
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200709T143000
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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/
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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/
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200408T140000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Family Forums
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Virtual Family Forum created by Family Councils Ontario to share your concerns\, brainstorm ideas for maintaining a connection with residents during the visitor restriction\, ask FCO staff questions about the COVID-19 situation and how it is impacting LTC\, and give and receive support from your peers. \nThe discussion will be driven by family members with facilitation by an FCO staff person. \nForum virtuel de famille: https://attendee.gototraining.com/rt/7473233605414267137 \nRegister today:
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/virtual-family-forums/2020-04-08/
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