Events

Workshops, programs and events 

September

Cut your Heating and Power bills - information session with Efficiency NS

When: September 9, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Where: Zoom

Register: Info@CaregiversNS.org or 1.877.488.7390

As the weather gets colder, it's important to know how to keep heating and power bills low. At this session, Efficiency Nova Scotia will go through their programs helping to lower power and heating costs, as well as how to enroll for them.

 

"Caregiving" film screening + discussion

When: September 28, 7-10 p.m. AST

Where: Zoom

Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5D19An_Ys1nI8HPfJjMExO9Q8kyFVa5sIf1_nSQ5KAbPfAA/viewform

Caregiving impacts every Canadian family, yet caregivers feel isolated andunsupported.

"Caregiving", a new documentary produced by Bradley Cooper, personalizes the caregiving crisis, shininglight on the triumphs and struggles faced by those who give care. The documentary follows intimate stories and expert voices from across the U.S.

This fall, CCCE is bringing "Caregiving" to Canada, in collaboration with Caregivers Nova Scotia, Caregivers New Brunswick and the Ontario Caregiver Organization.

Join us for a virtual screening and discussion, hosted byformer Much Musichost,entrepreneur and caregiver, Erica Ehm, for a dynamic discussion about the highsand lows of caregiving, the parallels and differences with the Canadian experience, and the actions needed to address the growing care crisis here at home.

Moderator: Erica Ehm, Media Personality, Entrepreneur

Speakers: 

  • Chris Durrance, Filmmaker, Director & Senior Producer of Caregiving by WETA
  • Liv Mendelsohn, Executive Director, Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence
  • Amy Coupal, Executive Director, the Ontario Caregiver Organization
  • Jenny Theriault, Executive Director, Caregivers Nova Scotia
  • Aimée Foreman, Co-Founder, Caregivers New Brunswick
  • Katelyn Provo, Direct Support Professional, Halifax, Nova Scotia
  • Srini Correa, Caregiver

 

October

Caregiver Stress Management workshop

When: October 6, 1-4 p.m.

Where: Isle Madame New Horizons Senior Citizens Club, Arichat (Cape Breton)

Register: CapeBreton@CaregiversNS.org or 902.595.0128

Facilitator: Lyn Stuart

This workshop focuses on caregiver wellbeing. It will help you:

  • Discover the common caregiver stressors
  • Recognize the signs of stress and burnout
  • Learn coping strategies

 

Get your benefits and credits – for modest income earners

When: October 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Where: Zoom

Register: Info@CaregiversNS.org or 1.877.488.7390

Presenter: Anique Fougere

Did you know you could be missing out on valuable government benefits and credits? Join us for a free online session with Anique Fougere, a CRA Benefits & Outreach Officer, to learn what you might be eligible for. Anique will be available after the presentation to answer any questions.