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SUMMARY:Strategies for Double Duty Caregivers - Caregiver Stress and Burnout - Webinar 1 of 3 in the series
DESCRIPTION:There are over 4 million caregivers in Ontario who provide unpaid support to family members\, partners\, and friends. Many of these caregivers also work in caring professions across sectors. For double-duty caregivers\, trying to balance the demands of providing care professionally as well as personally can sometimes lead to emotional strain and burnout. \nThis October\, in celebration of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month\, the Ontario Caregiver Organization and CMHA Ontario’s Your Health Space invite you to\ntake part in a unique 3-part webinar series designed specifically for double-duty caregivers. The series will offer helpful resources\, practical strategies\, and ways to connect for additional support. \nUse the registration link provided to attend one\, or all\, of the sessions\, depending on your availability. \nCaregiver Stress and Burnout – Tuesday\, October 8\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore prevalent experiences of caregiver stress and burnout as well as strategies\, resources\, and supports available to help caregivers support their health and well-being. \nEmpathic Strain – Tuesday\, October 22\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nEmpathy is a must-have quality for double-duty caregivers\, but it can be difficult to sustain. This webinar will review common experiences of empathic strain for\nthose providing professional care and personal support and will explore practical steps to manage its impact and maintain well-being. \nBalancing Work and Care – Tuesday\, October 29\, 12-1 p.m. ET\nThis webinar will explore strategies and resources for double-duty caregivers trying to balance work and care\, including identifying their own needs\, effectively communicating with employers\, and finding the right supports and benefits.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/strategies-for-double-duty-caregivers-caregiver-stress-and-burnout-webinar-1-of-3-in-the-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240912T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
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SUMMARY:Caregiving Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Family caregivers and support staff provide essential support including physical and emotional assistance in a variety of different settings. In order to do this\, caregivers need support too. This presentation explores some of the challenges that can arise as well as some of the opportunities to build support\, preparedness and resilience along the way. You will learn about all the free programs and services offered across the province by Ontario Caregiver Organizations\, as well as all the resources and tools that Markham Public Library has available for local residents.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiving-essentials/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Markham Public Library":MAILTO:mplcommunitylibrarians@markham.library.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20231027T231505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T231505Z
UID:10001096-1701342000-1701345600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver 101: The Fundamentals of Dementia Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course – at no cost – throughout November \nFamily caregivers are encouraged to sign up to receive free guidance\, resources and tips from Baycrest@Home social workers and dementia coaches on these fundamental caregiving topics: \n·       Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) \n·       Caregiver Stress and Self Care \n·       Tips for Navigating the Health Care System \n·       Understanding Responsive Behaviours and De-escalation Tips \n·       Coping with Ambiguous Loss and Grief
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-101-the-fundamentals-of-dementia-caregiving/2023-11-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20231027T231504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T231504Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver 101: The Fundamentals of Dementia Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course – at no cost – throughout November \nFamily caregivers are encouraged to sign up to receive free guidance\, resources and tips from Baycrest@Home social workers and dementia coaches on these fundamental caregiving topics: \n·       Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) \n·       Caregiver Stress and Self Care \n·       Tips for Navigating the Health Care System \n·       Understanding Responsive Behaviours and De-escalation Tips \n·       Coping with Ambiguous Loss and Grief
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-101-the-fundamentals-of-dementia-caregiving/2023-11-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231121T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T204346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T204346Z
UID:10000965-1700562600-1700564400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book.  We suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week and are offered online.  \nUse of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-6/2023-11-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20231027T231504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T231504Z
UID:10001094-1700132400-1700136000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver 101: The Fundamentals of Dementia Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course – at no cost – throughout November \nFamily caregivers are encouraged to sign up to receive free guidance\, resources and tips from Baycrest@Home social workers and dementia coaches on these fundamental caregiving topics: \n·       Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) \n·       Caregiver Stress and Self Care \n·       Tips for Navigating the Health Care System \n·       Understanding Responsive Behaviours and De-escalation Tips \n·       Coping with Ambiguous Loss and Grief
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-101-the-fundamentals-of-dementia-caregiving/2023-11-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230222T002539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T002539Z
UID:10000653-1699970400-1699974000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Multicultural Virtual Caregiver Support Group (Ottawa and area)
DESCRIPTION:Our multicultural caregiver support group will connect you with people going through similar life experiences. Learn more about navigating the services\, support and resources available. Participants will gain a sense of empowerment\, improve their coping skills\, and be welcomed in a space where they can talk openly without judgement. \n  \nTo register contact Annie Parisien annie.parisien@eorc-creo.ca | 613 741-6025 x. 331
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/multicultural-virtual-caregiver-support-group-ottawa-and-area/2023-11-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre":MAILTO:info@eorc-creo.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T204346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T204346Z
UID:10000964-1699957800-1699959600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book.  We suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week and are offered online.  \nUse of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-6/2023-11-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230918T184047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T184047Z
UID:10001057-1699956000-1699961400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545  \n\n\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8922
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-7/2023-11-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-09-18-100053-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20231027T231503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T231503Z
UID:10001093-1699527600-1699531200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver 101: The Fundamentals of Dementia Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course – at no cost – throughout November \nFamily caregivers are encouraged to sign up to receive free guidance\, resources and tips from Baycrest@Home social workers and dementia coaches on these fundamental caregiving topics: \n·       Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) \n·       Caregiver Stress and Self Care \n·       Tips for Navigating the Health Care System \n·       Understanding Responsive Behaviours and De-escalation Tips \n·       Coping with Ambiguous Loss and Grief
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-101-the-fundamentals-of-dementia-caregiving/2023-11-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T204345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T204345Z
UID:10000963-1699353000-1699354800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book.  We suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week and are offered online.  \nUse of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-6/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-123735-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230918T184047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T184047Z
UID:10001056-1699351200-1699356600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545  \n\n\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8922
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-7/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-09-18-100053-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20231027T231502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T231502Z
UID:10001092-1698922800-1698926400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver 101: The Fundamentals of Dementia Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course – at no cost – throughout November \nFamily caregivers are encouraged to sign up to receive free guidance\, resources and tips from Baycrest@Home social workers and dementia coaches on these fundamental caregiving topics: \n·       Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) \n·       Caregiver Stress and Self Care \n·       Tips for Navigating the Health Care System \n·       Understanding Responsive Behaviours and De-escalation Tips \n·       Coping with Ambiguous Loss and Grief
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/caregiver-101-the-fundamentals-of-dementia-caregiving/2023-11-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231031T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T204344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T204344Z
UID:10000962-1698748200-1698750000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book.  We suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week and are offered online.  \nUse of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-6/2023-10-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230918T184046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T184046Z
UID:10001055-1698746400-1698751800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545  \n\n\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8922
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-7/2023-10-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-09-18-100053-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T204343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T204343Z
UID:10000961-1698143400-1698145200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book.  We suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week and are offered online.  \nUse of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-6/2023-10-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-123735-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230918T184045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T184045Z
UID:10001054-1698141600-1698147000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545  \n\n\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8922
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-7/2023-10-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-09-18-100053-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T204343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T204343Z
UID:10000960-1697538600-1697540400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book.  We suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week and are offered online.  \nUse of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-6/2023-10-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-123735-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T184044Z
UID:10001053-1697536800-1697542200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545  \n\n\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8922
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-7/2023-10-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231010T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230918T184044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T184044Z
UID:10001052-1696932000-1696937400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545  \n\n\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8922
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-7/2023-10-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-09-18-100053-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T201939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201939Z
UID:10000953-1694703600-1694709000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \n Use of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-4/2023-09-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-115707-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230222T002538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T002538Z
UID:10000652-1694700000-1694703600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Multicultural Virtual Caregiver Support Group (Ottawa and area)
DESCRIPTION:Our multicultural caregiver support group will connect you with people going through similar life experiences. Learn more about navigating the services\, support and resources available. Participants will gain a sense of empowerment\, improve their coping skills\, and be welcomed in a space where they can talk openly without judgement. \n  \nTo register contact Annie Parisien annie.parisien@eorc-creo.ca | 613 741-6025 x. 331
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/multicultural-virtual-caregiver-support-group-ottawa-and-area/2023-09-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/EORC-Multicultural-support-group-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre":MAILTO:info@eorc-creo.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230907T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T201938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201938Z
UID:10000952-1694098800-1694104200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \n Use of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-4/2023-09-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-115707-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230831T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230831T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T201937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201937Z
UID:10000951-1693494000-1693499400@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \n Use of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-4/2023-08-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-115707-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230824T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230824T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T201937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201937Z
UID:10000950-1692889200-1692894600@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \n Use of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-4/2023-08-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-115707-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T201936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201936Z
UID:10000949-1692284400-1692289800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \n Use of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-4/2023-08-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-115707-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230810T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230810T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230725T201936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201936Z
UID:10000948-1691679600-1691685000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers - A Free six-week workshop for caregivers
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This free six week workshop is a highly effective\, evidenced-based\, self-care educational program for family caregivers to build the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. All participants will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” resource book. \nWe suggest caregivers attend all six sessions of the workshop\, where possible. All sessions are 1.5 hours per week. \n Use of computer camera and audio is required for workshop hosted online using the Zoom Platform. \nPre-registration is required\, for more information: Call 1-866-971-5545 
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-a-free-six-week-workshop-for-caregivers-4/2023-08-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-07-25-115707-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Self-Management program Central East":MAILTO:CE.Self-Management@hccontario.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230802T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230609T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T185856Z
UID:10000898-1691002800-1691010000@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:8-week family support program for family members who are caregivers to their loved ones who have a mental illness
DESCRIPTION:Community outreach services (COS) are offered through Michael Garron Hospital’s (MGH) mental health services. \nThe family support program offers an eight week group series to assist families and friends of individuals with a major mental illness. The program is co-ordinated by a member of The College of Psychologists with over 30 years of experience working in the mental health services. \nOUR GOALS\n\nTo decrease the stressors family members often experience\nTo enhance the family’s understanding of mental illness\nTo increase the family’s ability to cope with the illness\nTo provide an opportunity to meet with other family members\n\nFor further information and to register call 416-461-2000 ext. 223
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/8-week-family-support-program-for-family-members-who-are-caregivers-to-their-loved-ones-who-have-a-mental-illness/2023-08-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-06-09-105008-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Outreach Services - Toronto East Health Network":MAILTO:Alison.Licht@tehn.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230726T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230726T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230609T185855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T185855Z
UID:10000897-1690398000-1690405200@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:8-week family support program for family members who are caregivers to their loved ones who have a mental illness
DESCRIPTION:Community outreach services (COS) are offered through Michael Garron Hospital’s (MGH) mental health services. \nThe family support program offers an eight week group series to assist families and friends of individuals with a major mental illness. The program is co-ordinated by a member of The College of Psychologists with over 30 years of experience working in the mental health services. \nOUR GOALS\n\nTo decrease the stressors family members often experience\nTo enhance the family’s understanding of mental illness\nTo increase the family’s ability to cope with the illness\nTo provide an opportunity to meet with other family members\n\nFor further information and to register call 416-461-2000 ext. 223
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/8-week-family-support-program-for-family-members-who-are-caregivers-to-their-loved-ones-who-have-a-mental-illness/2023-07-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2023-06-09-105008-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Outreach Services - Toronto East Health Network":MAILTO:Alison.Licht@tehn.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230720T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230720T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131741
CREATED:20230406T181629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T181629Z
UID:10000715-1689845400-1689850800@ontariocaregiver.ca
SUMMARY:POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically\, emotionally\, and financially draining. This self-care educational program for family caregivers builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Caregiver participants learn to minimize the potentially negative impacts of caregiving in a six-week program emphasizing self-care and empowerment. \nThis FREE workshop consists of six 90 minute class sessions held once a week and led by experienced class leaders.  Class participants are given The Caregiver Helpbook to accompany the class and provide additional caregiver resources. \n6 Classes with a direct focus:\nClass #1:  Taking Care of You \nClass #2:  Identifying and Reducing Personal Stress \nClass #3:  Communicating Feelings\, Needs\, and Concerns \nClass #4:  Communicating in Challenging Situations \nClass #5:  Learning From Our Emotions \nClass #6:  Mastering Caregiving Decisions \nWorkshops are currently being offered virtually through Zoom. A personal computer\, laptop\, tablet or mobile phone with Internet access is required to connect to the workshop. If you are using a computer that does not have a microphone built in\, then you will need a microphone or headset. A week prior to the workshop\, instructions will be sent on how to join the group. There is no cost to attend. Registration is required and space is limited.
URL:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-19/2023-07-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PTC-1-2.jpg
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