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.