Do you give care to a family member or friend who has a chronic illness? The month of May is dedicated to
recognizing YOU, the Family Caregiver. Caregivers Nova Scotia & We Care Home Health Services are inviting you to our FREE Caregiver Information Fair
Date: May 31st
Time: drop in any time from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location: The Westwood Sky Lounge - 2717 Gladstone Street, Halifax
Light Refreshments will be available
Exhibitors
1. Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia will show case their 6 week Family Education Series
2. Preventing Falls Together Coalition/Community Links will demonstrate Falls Prevention
3. Heart and Stroke Foundation showcasing the Walkabout Program
4. Northwood In Touch will showcase their medical personal alert systems and sensors
5. Learn about or participate in a research project from Mount Saint Vincent University
titled "Timing of the C.A.R.E. Tool Project" (assessing the needs of family caregivers)
6. Caregivers Nova Scotia will showcase the new TYZE online personal networks
7. We Care Home Health will focus on the Get Going To Keep Going resource
8. Nutrition Education by a qualified dietician
For more information please contact Aaron Hanna at 454 – 2571 or Brenda Sangster at 421-7390
Please join us!
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Do we have a supportive and safe homecare system?
Are you a family caregiver? Do you give extra support or help to a family member or friend who has a chronic illness or disability?
A Cafe Scientifique is your chance to have a conversation with researchers about your caregiving role. Drs. Keefe and MacDonald will briefly describe their research on caregiving in Nova Scotia nad Canada. Then we will all discuss the impact of caregiving on our lives.
Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Place: Just Us Cafe, 5896 Spring Garden Road, Halifax
Please join us to participate in the research that shapes programs and policies for caregivers. Space is limited. Please call Brenda to 421-7390 to reserve your seat. Financial assistance is available for transportation and replacement care.
A Cafe Scientifique is your chance to have a conversation with researchers about your caregiving role. Drs. Keefe and MacDonald will briefly describe their research on caregiving in Nova Scotia nad Canada. Then we will all discuss the impact of caregiving on our lives.
Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Place: Just Us Cafe, 5896 Spring Garden Road, Halifax
Please join us to participate in the research that shapes programs and policies for caregivers. Space is limited. Please call Brenda to 421-7390 to reserve your seat. Financial assistance is available for transportation and replacement care.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Free Tele-Workshops for Caregivers
Caregivers Nova Scotia announces a series of free tele-workshops.
Sunday June 7, 2009 1 to 3 pm
Let's Talk Legal! Wills and Power of Attorney:Making Sense of it All
Has the person for who you care decided who they would like to make choices for them about their medical care, pay their bills and look after the other decisions they would normally make for themselves? Has a proper will been prepared? How about your own life and death, have you given someone instruction on your own wishes and have you prepared a will? This workshop is designed to help you understand wills and the different types of Powers of Attorney.
Thursday June 11, 2009 10 - 11:30 am
Care For You, The Caregiver
Caregiving can be stressful. Constantly putting the needs of another ahead of your needs leads to burnout and stress-related illness. This workshop will help provide information on self care techniques and some resources available to you to help you and to give you a break. This workshop is designed to help you, the caregiver, look after yourself.
Thursday June 18, 2009 10 - 11:30 am
Oops, I think we're lost:Navigating the Continuing Care System in Nova Scotia
The Continuing Care system in Nova Scotia may be accessed by all residents who require assistance due to illness or disability. Services available range from in home care to assistance with personal care, housework and meals, to placement in a long term care facility. Due to this range of services and the sometimes complex process it takes to get them in place, it's hard to know where to start and what to ask for.
Thursday June 25, 2009 10 - 11:30 am
Coping with Crisis: What to do when you don't know what to do
What if we have another hurricane Juan, or a white Juan and the power goes out for days? What if you are injured or ill and cannot provide care for your care recipient during that time? What if your care recipient suddenly exhibits behaviours that are dangerous to themselves or others? Do you have a crisis plan? These are all things many caregivers dread but tend not to plan for. Being ready to respond to these situations is crucial for you well being as a caregiver. Being prepared and having an action plan helps you to survive crisis. This workshop is designed to help you create a crisis plan.
Register for free by phone or online. Call 1-866-396-2433 or visit www.careingvoice.com
Sunday June 7, 2009 1 to 3 pm
Let's Talk Legal! Wills and Power of Attorney:Making Sense of it All
Has the person for who you care decided who they would like to make choices for them about their medical care, pay their bills and look after the other decisions they would normally make for themselves? Has a proper will been prepared? How about your own life and death, have you given someone instruction on your own wishes and have you prepared a will? This workshop is designed to help you understand wills and the different types of Powers of Attorney.
Thursday June 11, 2009 10 - 11:30 am
Care For You, The Caregiver
Caregiving can be stressful. Constantly putting the needs of another ahead of your needs leads to burnout and stress-related illness. This workshop will help provide information on self care techniques and some resources available to you to help you and to give you a break. This workshop is designed to help you, the caregiver, look after yourself.
Thursday June 18, 2009 10 - 11:30 am
Oops, I think we're lost:Navigating the Continuing Care System in Nova Scotia
The Continuing Care system in Nova Scotia may be accessed by all residents who require assistance due to illness or disability. Services available range from in home care to assistance with personal care, housework and meals, to placement in a long term care facility. Due to this range of services and the sometimes complex process it takes to get them in place, it's hard to know where to start and what to ask for.
Thursday June 25, 2009 10 - 11:30 am
Coping with Crisis: What to do when you don't know what to do
What if we have another hurricane Juan, or a white Juan and the power goes out for days? What if you are injured or ill and cannot provide care for your care recipient during that time? What if your care recipient suddenly exhibits behaviours that are dangerous to themselves or others? Do you have a crisis plan? These are all things many caregivers dread but tend not to plan for. Being ready to respond to these situations is crucial for you well being as a caregiver. Being prepared and having an action plan helps you to survive crisis. This workshop is designed to help you create a crisis plan.
Register for free by phone or online. Call 1-866-396-2433 or visit www.careingvoice.com
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