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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-100/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-101/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210304T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-102/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210305T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210305T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210220T064555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210220T064555Z
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SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver (4 Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving can be a stressful\, isolating\, and overwhelming experience. And due to the COVID-19 pandemic many caregivers are experiencing added levels of stress and anxiety. \nOur award-winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program helps caregivers balance their own well-being with the challenges of caregiving and is facilitated by someone who understands those challenges. \nThis COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop is a multi-session\, consecutive course being held online. Before registering please ensure that you can virtually attend all 4 weekly sessions listed below. \nFriday\, March 5th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nBeing a Caregiver: Caregiving can be stressful\, isolating\, and have a negative impact on your physical and mental health. Understand your role as a caregiver and assess your strengths\, challenges and overall sense of self.\n\nFriday\, March 12th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nManaging Your Stress: Learn how stress can lead to burnout and what you can do to prevent or recover from burnout. We’ll explore how to shift our mindset and seek balance in caregiving.\n\nFriday\, March 19th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nBalancing Relationships: Improve your communication skills to identify what you need\, ask for help\, and share the care. The hardest lesson as a caregiver is to regain your identity as a whole person by taking care of yourself first.\n\nFriday\, March 26th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nNavigating the System: Increase your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.\n\nThe COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop has a $300 value. Thanks to sponsorship from Caregivers Alberta this course is being offered for a $55.00 manual and registration fee. We understand many caregivers live on limited incomes. Upon individual request to Caregivers Alberta\, participants can apply to our COMPASS Scholarship Fund and receive assistance with registration fees if needed. Please contact programs@caregivers.smwsites.com to learn more or to apply.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-4-week-course/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210308T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210308T094000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T234355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T234355Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Monday
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nJoin our Monday mindfulness sessions to help caregivers de-stress and deal with the daily challenges. In this session\, you’ll learn breathing and other techniques to help you stay grounded in a chaotic world. Our host will help you start a meditation practice to maintain energy levels\, remain focused and calm\, and get more out of life. Mindfulness can be done at any time of day\, even if only for a few minutes. These sessions will give you the tools to begin and maintain this empowering practice in your life\, improving your wellness while learning about your own mind and body. \nMindfulness Monday features guided meditations with a different focus each session\, including: \n\nWhy we judge\nPossible natures of the self\nDiscovering truth\nHandling relationships\nLiving with the ego\n\nThis session\, held on Mondays from 9 to 9:40 a.m.\, includes practical\, easily understood lessons that can be taken as a series or experienced one at a time.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mindfulness-monday/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210308T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210308T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043006Z
UID:10000366-1615197600-1615201200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-103/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210309T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
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SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver (4 Weeks | Online | Calgary Foothills PCN)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving can be a stressful\, isolating\, and overwhelming experience. And due to the COVID-19 pandemic many caregivers are experiencing added levels of stress and anxiety. \nThe award-winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program by Caregivers Alberta helps caregivers balance their own well-being with the challenges of caregiving. This course is facilitated by someone who understands those challenges and is a licensed COMPASS Facilitator with the Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network. \nThis COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop is a multi-session\, consecutive course being held online. Before registering please ensure that you can virtually attend all weekly sessions listed below. \nTuesday\, March 9\, 2021 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) \n\nBeing a Caregiver: Caregiving can be stressful\, isolating\, and have a negative impact on your physical and mental health. Understand your role as a caregiver and assess your strengths\, challenges and overall sense of self.\n\nTuesday\, March 16\, 2021 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) \n\nManaging Your Stress: Learn how stress can lead to burnout and what you can do to prevent or recover from burnout. We’ll explore how to shift our mindset and seek balance in caregiving.\n\nTuesday\, March 23\, 2021 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) \n\nBalancing Relationships: Improve your communication skills to identify what you need\, ask for help\, and share the care. The hardest lesson as a caregiver is to regain your identity as a whole person by taking care of yourself first.\n\nTuesday\, March 30\, 2021 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) \n\nNavigating the Journey: Increase your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.\n\nREGISTER\nThis COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop is provided free of charge through sponsorship of course fees by the Calgary Foothills PCN.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-4-weeks-online-calgary-foothills-pcn-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210309T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210309T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043121Z
UID:10000367-1615312800-1615316400@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-104/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210311T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043238Z
UID:10000369-1615467600-1615471200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-105/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210311T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210304T012340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T012340Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Families with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n“Greatness exists in us all.” This is the mantra of Children’s Link\, an organization known and valued for offering resources\, information\, connections and hope to families and professionals in the special needs community. Hear from Tannis Sigfusson\, Lead of Community Education\, who has spent the past 18 years advocating for her daughter with complex needs. As someone with a deep understanding of caregiving\, Tannis will speak to how Children’s Link can support families\, just like hers. \nAbout Children’s Link: \nChildren’s Link is staffed by a dedicated team\, many of whom have lived through experience with disability. Our resource database contains more than 1\,000 community resources\, enabling us to provide people with a comprehensive variety of service and support options. Through one-to-one conversations\, support groups\, workshops\, and online networking opportunities\, Children’s Link provides a safe\, accepting environment for people to learn\, share and connect. childrenslink.ca/
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/supporting-families-with-special-needs/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210312T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210312T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T233455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T233455Z
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SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver (4 Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving can be a stressful\, isolating\, and overwhelming experience. And due to the COVID-19 pandemic many caregivers are experiencing added levels of stress and anxiety. \nOur award-winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program helps caregivers balance their own well-being with the challenges of caregiving and is facilitated by someone who understands those challenges. \nThis COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop is a multi-session\, consecutive course being held online. Before registering please ensure that you can virtually attend all 4 weekly sessions listed below. \nFriday\, March 12th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nManaging Your Stress: Learn how stress can lead to burnout and what you can do to prevent or recover from burnout. We’ll explore how to shift our mindset and seek balance in caregiving.\n\nFriday\, March 19th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nBalancing Relationships: Improve your communication skills to identify what you need\, ask for help\, and share the care. The hardest lesson as a caregiver is to regain your identity as a whole person by taking care of yourself first.\n\nFriday\, March 26th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nNavigating the System: Increase your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.\n\nThe COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop has a $300 value. Thanks to sponsorship from Caregivers Alberta this course is being offered for a $55.00 manual and registration fee. We understand many caregivers live on limited incomes. Upon individual request to Caregivers Alberta\, participants can apply to our COMPASS Scholarship Fund and receive assistance with registration fees if needed. Please contact programs@caregivers.smwsites.com to learn more or to apply.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-4-week-course-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210315T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210315T094000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T234545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T234545Z
UID:10000389-1615798800-1615801200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Monday
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nJoin our Monday mindfulness sessions to help caregivers de-stress and deal with the daily challenges. In this session\, you’ll learn breathing and other techniques to help you stay grounded in a chaotic world. Our host will help you start a meditation practice to maintain energy levels\, remain focused and calm\, and get more out of life. Mindfulness can be done at any time of day\, even if only for a few minutes. These sessions will give you the tools to begin and maintain this empowering practice in your life\, improving your wellness while learning about your own mind and body. \nMindfulness Monday features guided meditations with a different focus each session\, including: \n\nWhy we judge\nPossible natures of the self\nDiscovering truth\nHandling relationships\nLiving with the ego\n\nThis session\, held on Mondays from 9 to 9:40 a.m.\, includes practical\, easily understood lessons that can be taken as a series or experienced one at a time.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mindfulness-monday-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210315T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043356Z
UID:10000381-1615802400-1615806000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-106/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210316T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043509Z
UID:10000384-1615917600-1615921200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-107/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043620Z
UID:10000387-1616072400-1616076000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-108/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210318T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210304T012458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T012458Z
UID:10000233-1616090400-1616094000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Supports: The Disability Tax Credit
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nThe Canada Revenue Agency staff will share information regarding: \n\nEligibility\nHow to apply\nHow to claim the disability tax credit\nGateway to other government programs\n\nPlease note that the session will not be recorded due to Canadian Revenue Agency policy.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-supports-the-disability-tax-credit/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210319T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210319T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T233710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T233710Z
UID:10000380-1616148000-1616157000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver (4 Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving can be a stressful\, isolating\, and overwhelming experience. And due to the COVID-19 pandemic many caregivers are experiencing added levels of stress and anxiety. \nOur award-winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program helps caregivers balance their own well-being with the challenges of caregiving and is facilitated by someone who understands those challenges. \nThis COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop is a multi-session\, consecutive course being held online. Before registering please ensure that you can virtually attend all 4 weekly sessions listed below. \nFriday\, March 19th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nBalancing Relationships: Improve your communication skills to identify what you need\, ask for help\, and share the care. The hardest lesson as a caregiver is to regain your identity as a whole person by taking care of yourself first.\n\nFriday\, March 26th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nNavigating the System: Increase your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.\n\nThe COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop has a $300 value. Thanks to sponsorship from Caregivers Alberta this course is being offered for a $55.00 manual and registration fee. We understand many caregivers live on limited incomes. Upon individual request to Caregivers Alberta\, participants can apply to our COMPASS Scholarship Fund and receive assistance with registration fees if needed. Please contact programs@caregivers.smwsites.com to learn more or to apply.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-4-week-course-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210322T094000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T234758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T234758Z
UID:10000415-1616403600-1616406000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Monday
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nJoin our Monday mindfulness sessions to help caregivers de-stress and deal with the daily challenges. In this session\, you’ll learn breathing and other techniques to help you stay grounded in a chaotic world. Our host will help you start a meditation practice to maintain energy levels\, remain focused and calm\, and get more out of life. Mindfulness can be done at any time of day\, even if only for a few minutes. These sessions will give you the tools to begin and maintain this empowering practice in your life\, improving your wellness while learning about your own mind and body. \nMindfulness Monday features guided meditations with a different focus each session\, including: \n\nWhy we judge\nPossible natures of the self\nDiscovering truth\nHandling relationships\nLiving with the ego\n\nThis session\, held on Mondays from 9 to 9:40 a.m.\, includes practical\, easily understood lessons that can be taken as a series or experienced one at a time.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mindfulness-monday-3/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043723Z
UID:10000390-1616407200-1616410800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-109/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210304T012706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T012706Z
UID:10000234-1616418000-1616428800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:COMPASS Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the NEW 4 Module Curriculum! \nWhether you were previously a registered COMPASS facilitator with Caregivers Alberta or are interested in becoming a newly licensed facilitator to deliver the award winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program in your community\, we are offering an ONLINE training opportunity to prepare you in delivering the new curriculum and workshop modules. \nTraditionally\, COMPASS has been an in-person program delivered to registered participants. We are now introducing an online program option for participants and training facilitators how to deliver both models within their community based settings. \nWe’ll be reviewing: \n\nParticipant Curriculum Manual\nFacilitator’s Guide & Best Practices\nProgram Policies & Procedures\nNEW Registration Process (including participant fees)\nOptions for Agency Partners to reduce costs to participants\nFacilitator Compensation Requests\nMarketing and Promotion\nSupplemental Resources\n\n**Please note there are two pre-requisites : \n\nDelivering this course as a licensed facilitator requires signing a facilitators agreement with Caregivers Alberta\, or be listed on an Agency Partnership Agreement\, renewable every 2 years.\nYou must have previously attended COMPASS for the Caregiver as a program participant (or be registered to do so) prior to teaching it as a facilitator.\n\nThis training session is offered via the online platform ZOOM Video Conferencing. It will be important that you can join via computer or tablet (not cell phone). It includes quite a bit of shared screen content\, and requires your ability to share a screen as well in part of the training process. \nTraining is delivered by an experienced facilitator\, and includes a facilitator manual\, participant workbook and supplemental resources. \nFor any questions or concerns please contact Johnna Lowther at: jlowther@caregivers.smwsites.com
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-facilitator-training-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210304T013642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T013642Z
UID:10000240-1616500800-1616518800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Advocating for Albertans with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nDid you know that the Government of Alberta has an office dedicated to helping children\, youth and adults with disabilities find support? In this session from Caregivers Alberta\, you’ll hear from Tony Flores\, Alberta’s first Advocate for Persons with Disabilities. Flores is a “self-advocate” who believes in empowering people with disabilities to reach their full potential. He works with the Office of the Advocate of Persons with Disabilities\, helping to resolve concerns and educate and inform the community around the rights\, interests and well-being of persons with disabilities. \nWhile discussing the importance of inclusion and accessibility\, Tony Flores will talk about the services that his office makes available to Albertans – and how they could apply to you or someone in your life. Join us on March 23 at 12 p.m. to learn more about your advocate in the provincial government. \nOffice of the Advocate of Persons with Disabilities
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/advocating-for-albertans-with-disabilities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T043842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T043842Z
UID:10000392-1616522400-1616526000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-110/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210304T012824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T012824Z
UID:10000236-1616590800-1616601600@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:COMPASS Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the NEW 4 Module Curriculum! \nWhether you were previously a registered COMPASS facilitator with Caregivers Alberta or are interested in becoming a newly licensed facilitator to deliver the award winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program in your community\, we are offering an ONLINE training opportunity to prepare you in delivering the new curriculum and workshop modules. \nTraditionally\, COMPASS has been an in-person program delivered to registered participants. We are now introducing an online program option for participants and training facilitators how to deliver both models within their community based settings. \nWe’ll be reviewing: \n\nParticipant Curriculum Manual\nFacilitator’s Guide & Best Practices\nProgram Policies & Procedures\nNEW Registration Process (including participant fees)\nOptions for Agency Partners to reduce costs to participants\nFacilitator Compensation Requests\nMarketing and Promotion\nSupplemental Resources\n\n**Please note there are two pre-requisites : \n\nDelivering this course as a licensed facilitator requires signing a facilitators agreement with Caregivers Alberta\, or be listed on an Agency Partnership Agreement\, renewable every 2 years.\nYou must have previously attended COMPASS for the Caregiver as a program participant (or be registered to do so) prior to teaching it as a facilitator.\n\nThis training session is offered via the online platform ZOOM Video Conferencing. It will be important that you can join via computer or tablet (not cell phone). It includes quite a bit of shared screen content\, and requires your ability to share a screen as well in part of the training process. \nTraining is delivered by an experienced facilitator\, and includes a facilitator manual\, participant workbook and supplemental resources. \nFor any questions or concerns please contact Johnna Lowther at: jlowther@caregivers.smwsites.com
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-facilitator-training-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210325T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210325T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T044000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T044000Z
UID:10000394-1616677200-1616680800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-111/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210326T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210326T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T233826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T233826Z
UID:10000383-1616752800-1616761800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver (4 Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving can be a stressful\, isolating\, and overwhelming experience. And due to the COVID-19 pandemic many caregivers are experiencing added levels of stress and anxiety. \nOur award-winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program helps caregivers balance their own well-being with the challenges of caregiving and is facilitated by someone who understands those challenges. \nThis COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop is a multi-session\, consecutive course being held online. Before registering please ensure that you can virtually attend all 4 weekly sessions listed below. \nFriday\, March 26th (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM) \n\nNavigating the System: Increase your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.\n\nThe COMPASS for the Caregiver workshop has a $300 value. Thanks to sponsorship from Caregivers Alberta this course is being offered for a $55.00 manual and registration fee. We understand many caregivers live on limited incomes. Upon individual request to Caregivers Alberta\, participants can apply to our COMPASS Scholarship Fund and receive assistance with registration fees if needed. Please contact programs@caregivers.smwsites.com to learn more or to apply.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-4-week-course-4/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210326T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210304T012947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T012947Z
UID:10000238-1616763600-1616774400@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:COMPASS Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the NEW 4 Module Curriculum! \nWhether you were previously a registered COMPASS facilitator with Caregivers Alberta or are interested in becoming a newly licensed facilitator to deliver the award winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program in your community\, we are offering an ONLINE training opportunity to prepare you in delivering the new curriculum and workshop modules. \nTraditionally\, COMPASS has been an in-person program delivered to registered participants. We are now introducing an online program option for participants and training facilitators how to deliver both models within their community based settings. \nWe’ll be reviewing: \n\nParticipant Curriculum Manual\nFacilitator’s Guide & Best Practices\nProgram Policies & Procedures\nNEW Registration Process (including participant fees)\nOptions for Agency Partners to reduce costs to participants\nFacilitator Compensation Requests\nMarketing and Promotion\nSupplemental Resources\n\n**Please note there are two pre-requisites : \n\nDelivering this course as a licensed facilitator requires signing a facilitators agreement with Caregivers Alberta\, or be listed on an Agency Partnership Agreement\, renewable every 2 years.\nYou must have previously attended COMPASS for the Caregiver as a program participant (or be registered to do so) prior to teaching it as a facilitator.\n\nThis training session is offered via the online platform ZOOM Video Conferencing. It will be important that you can join via computer or tablet (not cell phone). It includes quite a bit of shared screen content\, and requires your ability to share a screen as well in part of the training process. \nTraining is delivered by an experienced facilitator\, and includes a facilitator manual\, participant workbook and supplemental resources. \nFor any questions or concerns please contact Johnna Lowther at: jlowther@caregivers.smwsites.com
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-facilitator-training-4/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210329T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210329T094000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20210303T235217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T235217Z
UID:10000416-1617008400-1617010800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Monday
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nJoin our Monday mindfulness sessions to help caregivers de-stress and deal with the daily challenges. In this session\, you’ll learn breathing and other techniques to help you stay grounded in a chaotic world. Our host will help you start a meditation practice to maintain energy levels\, remain focused and calm\, and get more out of life. Mindfulness can be done at any time of day\, even if only for a few minutes. These sessions will give you the tools to begin and maintain this empowering practice in your life\, improving your wellness while learning about your own mind and body. \nMindfulness Monday features guided meditations with a different focus each session\, including: \n\nWhy we judge\nPossible natures of the self\nDiscovering truth\nHandling relationships\nLiving with the ego\n\nThis session\, held on Mondays from 9 to 9:40 a.m.\, includes practical\, easily understood lessons that can be taken as a series or experienced one at a time.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mindfulness-monday-4/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210329T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T044108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T044108Z
UID:10000396-1617012000-1617015600@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-112/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210330T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T023329
CREATED:20201217T044222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T044222Z
UID:10000398-1617127200-1617130800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Alberta believes that caregivers need care too. \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual peer support program that aims to empower caregivers well-being by providing a supportive group where you can connect with other caregivers\, have open conversations about the ups and downs of caregiving\, and learn about topics relevant to caregivers. \nThis group is lead by a trained facilitator who is there to help guide your caregiving journey by way of education and support. \nThis group is virtual\, please note that you will receive a Zoom link to the group. You will also receive a phone number if you prefer to connect by phone. \nREGISTER
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-online-113/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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