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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join any time during the series. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Oct. 4\, 2022\n Oct. 18\, 2022\n Nov. 1\, 2022 \n Nov. 15\, 2022\n Nov. 29\, 2022\n Dec. 13\, 2022
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/5962/2022-11-01/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221102T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162327Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join the series at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Sept. 28\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 2\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 9\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 16\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 23\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 30\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 7\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 14\, 2022 – 10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-15/2022-11-02/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20220902T230633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162323Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Den: Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:A biweekly\, one-hour men’s caregiver support community (10 sessions) \n\n\nAbout this event \n\n\n\nCaregiving is an emotional roller coaster. It takes strength\, bravery and…it takes its toll. \nWe’ve created a safe space for men who are caregiving\, where they can support one other as peers. The Men’s Den is a small\, group meet-up\, facilitated by men from Caregivers Alberta who can speak to their own caregiving roles. \nIt’s hard to ask for help. But it’s even harder to go it alone. Join the Men’s Den now. \nWednesdays\, 7 to 8 p.m.\, Biweekly\, Sept. 7 to Jan. 11
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mens-den-caregiver-support-community-2/2022-11-02/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162325Z
UID:10000652-1667815200-1667818800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Monday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing\, and new participants can join at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \nSept. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Sept. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Oct. 3\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nNo program Oct. 10 (Thanksgiving) \nOct. 17\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 24\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 31\, 2022 -10 a.m. \n Nov. 7\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 14\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 21\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 28\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-14/2022-11-07/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162327Z
UID:10000664-1667988000-1667991600@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join the series at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Sept. 28\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 2\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 9\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 16\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 23\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 30\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 7\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 14\, 2022 – 10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-15/2022-11-09/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20220909T185118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162324Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Circle: Journaling for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Fall writers’ circle; participants receive a journal prompt\, write\, then share their thoughts with one another \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nWriting is a wonderful way for caregivers to reduce stress and increase coping skills. Through writing your own narrative\, you can record and review your personal experiences. In general\, this allows people to look for thinking patterns\, problem-solve and see things from a new perspective. Journaling helps us gain a greater understanding of our experiences and reclaim our “self.” \nAt each workshop\, we will gather\, share a journaling prompt\, take some personal journaling time\, then re-group to share with one another.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/writers-circle-journaling-for-the-caregiver-2/2022-11-09/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162325Z
UID:10000653-1668420000-1668423600@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Monday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing\, and new participants can join at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \nSept. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Sept. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Oct. 3\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nNo program Oct. 10 (Thanksgiving) \nOct. 17\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 24\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 31\, 2022 -10 a.m. \n Nov. 7\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 14\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 21\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 28\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-14/2022-11-14/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T210358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162328Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating AHS Home-Care Funding: Invoicing vs. Self-Managed Care
DESCRIPTION:Do you need extra help to support your care recipient at home? Do you need help paying for that extra help? Elzaan Beukes of Qualicare will help us understand how to start the process of getting funding through AHS for in-home support services. Learn the ins-and-outs of the self-managed care funding model and the new invoicing model.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/navigating-ahs-home-care-funding-invoicing-vs-self-managed-care/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221104T175830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162330Z
UID:10000602-1668520800-1668526200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Living Loss and Grief: A Journey to Awareness and Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:This thoughtfully developed program is designed to support caregivers as they cope with loneliness\, isolation and burnout\, which are often inherent to caregiving. \nThroughout the caregiving journey\, caregivers live with loss and grief as they transition into their role\, leave behind many pieces of their lives\, dedicate themselves to their care recipient’s well-being\, then cope with the ever-changing challenges they and their care recipient face. In many cases\, this also involves the loss of the care recipient\, accepting the end-of-life process\, and the transition into a new life as the caregiver re-thinks the future. \nJoin us for valuable knowledge-sharing and discussion as we take this journey – living loss and grief – together. \n\nTuesday\, Nov. 15\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Nov. 22\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Nov. 29\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 6\, 2-3:30 p.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/living-loss-and-grief-a-journey-to-awareness-and-acceptance/2022-11-15/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T205125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162328Z
UID:10000673-1668537000-1668540600@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join any time during the series. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Oct. 4\, 2022\n Oct. 18\, 2022\n Nov. 1\, 2022 \n Nov. 15\, 2022\n Nov. 29\, 2022\n Dec. 13\, 2022
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/5962/2022-11-15/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162327Z
UID:10000665-1668592800-1668596400@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join the series at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Sept. 28\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 2\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 9\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 16\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 23\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 30\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 7\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 14\, 2022 – 10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-15/2022-11-16/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20220902T230633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162323Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Den: Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:A biweekly\, one-hour men’s caregiver support community (10 sessions) \n\n\nAbout this event \n\n\n\nCaregiving is an emotional roller coaster. It takes strength\, bravery and…it takes its toll. \nWe’ve created a safe space for men who are caregiving\, where they can support one other as peers. The Men’s Den is a small\, group meet-up\, facilitated by men from Caregivers Alberta who can speak to their own caregiving roles. \nIt’s hard to ask for help. But it’s even harder to go it alone. Join the Men’s Den now. \nWednesdays\, 7 to 8 p.m.\, Biweekly\, Sept. 7 to Jan. 11
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mens-den-caregiver-support-community-2/2022-11-16/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20220908T211930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162324Z
UID:10000620-1668709800-1668715200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregivers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:This autumn\, Caregivers Alberta invites you to join our virtual Caregivers Book Club! \nReading is not only a fantastic way to reduce stress\, enhance knowledge and engage one’s imagination…but the right book can help find perspective and comfort through the exploration of someone else’s experience. \nWe’ll kick off the book club by selecting our first book and getting to know one another.…then we’ll come together at the next scheduled meeting to share our experiences with the book and choose a new book. While the titles on our reading list will have caregiving themes\, there will be a mix of fiction\, first-person experience\, humour and even a suspenseful mystery. \n  \nSept. 15\, 2022 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. MT \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82488696756?pwd=SnlOSU0rYm5IOFJZbXR6N0R4OEdKdz09 \nMeeting ID: 824 8869 6756 \nPasscode: 526160 \n  \nOct. 13\, 2022 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. MT \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85932983884?pwd=djBCUTdZNmg1d1NMU1RHV0l4TVhiQT09 \nMeeting ID: 859 3298 3884 \nPasscode: 972538 \n  \nNov. 17\, 2022 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. MT \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86010618059?pwd=MTdNZE1EM1k4UTZUTnlSeHREMmVVUT09 \nMeeting ID: 860 1061 8059 \nPasscode: 388953 \n  \nDec. 15\, 2022 | 6:30 to 8 p.m. MT \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84199569755?pwd=c2crU3dVUzl3NHQySVVWOVRUTUpQUT09 \nMeeting ID: 841 9956 9755 \nPasscode: 663734
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregivers-book-club/2022-11-17/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T210751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162328Z
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SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Running four Fridays\, 9:30 am to noon\, these interactive workshops provide Alberta’s caregivers with support\, resources and education. \nCaregiving 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. \nCOMPASS for the Caregiver is a multi-session\, interactive\, online workshop series.  \nSession 1 “Being a Caregiver”  | Nov. 18\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nCaregiving 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. \nSession 2 “Managing Your Stress” | Nov. 25\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nLearn 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. \nSession 3 “Balancing Relationships” | Dec. 2\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nImprove 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. \nSession 4 “Navigating the System” | Dec. 9\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nIncrease your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-7/2022-11-18/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162325Z
UID:10000654-1669024800-1669028400@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Monday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing\, and new participants can join at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \nSept. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Sept. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Oct. 3\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nNo program Oct. 10 (Thanksgiving) \nOct. 17\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 24\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 31\, 2022 -10 a.m. \n Nov. 7\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 14\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 21\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 28\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-14/2022-11-21/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221104T175830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162330Z
UID:10000603-1669125600-1669131000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Living Loss and Grief: A Journey to Awareness and Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:This thoughtfully developed program is designed to support caregivers as they cope with loneliness\, isolation and burnout\, which are often inherent to caregiving. \nThroughout the caregiving journey\, caregivers live with loss and grief as they transition into their role\, leave behind many pieces of their lives\, dedicate themselves to their care recipient’s well-being\, then cope with the ever-changing challenges they and their care recipient face. In many cases\, this also involves the loss of the care recipient\, accepting the end-of-life process\, and the transition into a new life as the caregiver re-thinks the future. \nJoin us for valuable knowledge-sharing and discussion as we take this journey – living loss and grief – together. \n\nTuesday\, Nov. 15\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Nov. 22\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Nov. 29\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 6\, 2-3:30 p.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/living-loss-and-grief-a-journey-to-awareness-and-acceptance/2022-11-22/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162327Z
UID:10000666-1669197600-1669201200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join the series at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Sept. 28\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 2\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 9\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 16\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 23\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 30\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 7\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 14\, 2022 – 10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-15/2022-11-23/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20220909T185118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162324Z
UID:10000612-1669228200-1669231800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Writers' Circle: Journaling for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Fall writers’ circle; participants receive a journal prompt\, write\, then share their thoughts with one another \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nWriting is a wonderful way for caregivers to reduce stress and increase coping skills. Through writing your own narrative\, you can record and review your personal experiences. In general\, this allows people to look for thinking patterns\, problem-solve and see things from a new perspective. Journaling helps us gain a greater understanding of our experiences and reclaim our “self.” \nAt each workshop\, we will gather\, share a journaling prompt\, take some personal journaling time\, then re-group to share with one another.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/writers-circle-journaling-for-the-caregiver-2/2022-11-23/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T210751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162328Z
UID:10000679-1669368600-1669377600@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:COMPASS for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Running four Fridays\, 9:30 am to noon\, these interactive workshops provide Alberta’s caregivers with support\, resources and education. \nCaregiving 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. \nCOMPASS for the Caregiver is a multi-session\, interactive\, online workshop series.  \nSession 1 “Being a Caregiver”  | Nov. 18\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nCaregiving 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. \nSession 2 “Managing Your Stress” | Nov. 25\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nLearn 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. \nSession 3 “Balancing Relationships” | Dec. 2\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nImprove 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. \nSession 4 “Navigating the System” | Dec. 9\, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nIncrease your confidence in accessing services\, reflect on your caregiving journey\, and plan for the future to avoid the stress associated with uncertainty.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/compass-for-the-caregiver-7/2022-11-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162325Z
UID:10000655-1669629600-1669633200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Monday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing\, and new participants can join at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \nSept. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Sept. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \n Oct. 3\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nNo program Oct. 10 (Thanksgiving) \nOct. 17\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 24\, 2022 – 10 a.m. \nOct. 31\, 2022 -10 a.m. \n Nov. 7\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 14\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 21\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nNov. 28\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m. \nDec. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-14/2022-11-28/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T211049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162329Z
UID:10000682-1669723200-1669726800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Legal Ease: Managing Your Care Recipient's Affairs
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to welcome Kayla Thompson\, a lawyer with Duncan Craig LLP who practices in the organization’s Estate Solutions group. She will discuss ways to plan for the future\, have the right paperwork in place\, and work through difficult transitions with loved ones such as dealing with changes in their capacity to manage their affairs.  \nInformation presented in this workshop will cover:  \n\nPower of Attorney\nPersonal Directives \nOther legislative options\, such as guardianship and trusteeship planning\nSupported decision making and co-decision making\n\nThis workshop will provide valuable information that will ease your mind.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/legal-ease-managing-your-care-recipients-affairs/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221104T175830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162330Z
UID:10000604-1669730400-1669735800@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Living Loss and Grief: A Journey to Awareness and Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:This thoughtfully developed program is designed to support caregivers as they cope with loneliness\, isolation and burnout\, which are often inherent to caregiving. \nThroughout the caregiving journey\, caregivers live with loss and grief as they transition into their role\, leave behind many pieces of their lives\, dedicate themselves to their care recipient’s well-being\, then cope with the ever-changing challenges they and their care recipient face. In many cases\, this also involves the loss of the care recipient\, accepting the end-of-life process\, and the transition into a new life as the caregiver re-thinks the future. \nJoin us for valuable knowledge-sharing and discussion as we take this journey – living loss and grief – together. \n\nTuesday\, Nov. 15\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Nov. 22\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Nov. 29\, 2-3:30 p.m.\nTuesday\, Dec. 6\, 2-3:30 p.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/living-loss-and-grief-a-journey-to-awareness-and-acceptance/2022-11-29/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T205125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162328Z
UID:10000674-1669746600-1669750200@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:The Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join any time during the series. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Oct. 4\, 2022\n Oct. 18\, 2022\n Nov. 1\, 2022 \n Nov. 15\, 2022\n Nov. 29\, 2022\n Dec. 13\, 2022
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/5962/2022-11-29/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20221019T204504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162327Z
UID:10000667-1669802400-1669806000@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Caregiver Support Community is a virtual 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 through education and support. \nThis program occurs on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. You must register to receive the Zoom link or phone number to join the group. \nNote: Registration is ongoing. New participants can join the series at any time. \nFALL SESSION DATES \n\n Sept. 28\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 5\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 12\, 2022 -10 a.m.\n Oct. 19\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Oct. 26\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 2\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 9\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 16\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 23\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Nov. 30\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 7\, 2022 – 10 a.m.\n Dec. 14\, 2022 – 10 a.m.
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/caregiver-support-community-15/2022-11-30/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T090403
CREATED:20220902T230633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T162323Z
UID:10000629-1669834800-1669838400@caregivers.smwsites.com
SUMMARY:Men's Den: Caregiver Support Community
DESCRIPTION:A biweekly\, one-hour men’s caregiver support community (10 sessions) \n\n\nAbout this event \n\n\n\nCaregiving is an emotional roller coaster. It takes strength\, bravery and…it takes its toll. \nWe’ve created a safe space for men who are caregiving\, where they can support one other as peers. The Men’s Den is a small\, group meet-up\, facilitated by men from Caregivers Alberta who can speak to their own caregiving roles. \nIt’s hard to ask for help. But it’s even harder to go it alone. Join the Men’s Den now. \nWednesdays\, 7 to 8 p.m.\, Biweekly\, Sept. 7 to Jan. 11
URL:https://caregivers.smwsites.com/calendar-event/mens-den-caregiver-support-community-2/2022-11-30/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Caregivers Alberta":MAILTO:programs@caregivers.smwsites.com
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