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. This October, […]
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. This October, […]
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 […]
Baycrest@Home teams up with Toronto Public Library to offer Caregiving 101 Course - at no cost - throughout November Family 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: · Supporting Day-to-Day Activities (like Diet and Sleep) · Caregiver Stress and […]
Workshop Description Caring for a family member or friend with a chronic condition can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. This online highly effective, evidenced-based, self-care educational program for family caregivers, builds the skills caregivers need to take better care of themselves as they provide care for others. Use of computer camera and audio is […]
Join us this summer on Zoom for a 4 week series of free virtual educational workshops for caregivers. Register today to learn various ways to support your mental health and help prevent caregiver burnout. June 15th - Tools to Optimize Stress Management June 22nd - Tools to Optimize Wellness June 29th - Tools to Optimize […]
An interactive conversation with a psychiatrist, occupational therapist and a family physician, facilitated by family caregivers.
Community outreach services (COS) are offered through Michael Garron Hospital’s (MGH) mental health services. The 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 […]
Intended audience As a family member or caregiver, we understand that your loved one’s mental health or substance use health can have a significant impact on you. The Royal’s family information and support events are intended for family members or caregivers of individuals with a mental health or substance use health issue. These events are […]
The Reitman Centre, Sinai Health Team & Eastern Ontario Health Program Partners invite you to their virtual program launch of evidence-based CARERS and TEACH clinical groups for care partners of persons living with dementia across Eastern ON. Learn more about specific program components such as problem-solving techniques, use of simulation and where to access CARERS […]
The Reitman Centre, Sinai Health Team & Eastern Ontario Health Program Partners invite you to their virtual program launch of evidence-based CARERS and TEACH clinical groups for care partners of persons living with dementia across Eastern ON. Learn more about specific program components such as problem-solving techniques, use of simulation and where to access CARERS […]
The target audience is people who have experienced a stroke and their caregivers who live in the Champlain Region who are interested in gaining knowledge of available community resources. Highlights of the program: • Mental health • Return to work and leisure activities • Caregiver supports • Post stroke exercise And a brief introduction to: […]
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