Family Caregivers of British Columbia
#6 3318 Oak Street V8X 1R1 Victoria, BC, Canada

Our Virtual Town Hall is ONLY A WEEK AWAY! Sign up now to join our online gathering of BC's caregiver community, together offering connectedness, compassion and information during this time of uncertainty. This event will include guest panelist Isobel Mackenzie from The Seniors Advocate. Isobel has over 20 years’ experience working with seniors in home care, licensed care, community services and volunteer services. Isobel led B.C.’s largest not-for-profit agency, serving over... 6,000 seniors annually. In this work, Isobel led the implementation of a new model of dementia care that has become a national best practice, and led the first safety accreditation for homecare workers, among many other accomplishments. Click here to sign up for the Town Hall today: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_ntX34o7AR0OhSfteQL6Kiw #townhall #familycaregivers #caregivers #carerecipients #homecare #seniors #communityservices #nonprofit #dementiacare #assistedliving

On November 23rd, join Katrina Prescott, a Vancouver-based Caregiver, for a conversation on Home Care Support during COVID-19. During this session, Katrina will share her process and strategies for continuing safe home care during a pandemic. This group is intended to foster discussion and thoughtful curiosity around care support during this challenging time. You MUST pre-register to join this session! Register in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZEqfuCqrjgqHtUPHA-70...4OXxe8UwRkWK You will get a password and instructions to join this Zoom Virtual Group. #caregiverstories #canadiancaregivers #helpingcaregivers #carerecipients #respite #caregiverrespite #selfcare #worklifebalance

Studies show that too cold or hot weather may pose a barrier to outdoor physical activities so some people prefer to have access to indoor workout opportunities. This situation has even worsened since the pandemic started. Burnaby Seniors Outreach will be holding an online Physical Activity session with the topic of Movement, Improvement (mix of guided meditation, physical activity and dance) on Friday, December 4, 1:00- 2:00 pm by Kinesiologist Parham Elmi. Invitation link provided upon RSVP to [email protected].

During this pandemic, more strain and isolation has impacted the support and wellbeing of caregivers throughout our province. And, we are here to listen and to support you We have lots of available support groups (both virtual and in-person following COVID-precautions). And, our Caregiver Support Lead, Lycia Rodrigues, has written a blog article listing which groups are available and expressing how these groups can be of help to caregivers. Click here to read the full artic...le: https://www.familycaregiversbc.ca//fcbc-virtual-caregiver/ #caregiversupport #supportgroups #virtualsupport #caregivingatadistance #longtermcare #seniors

Today at noon, tune in to Rexall Care Network's website for a discussion on the second wave of COVID-19, the impact on your mental health, and the future of virtual care. You do not need to register for this event (and it's free to attend). Simply, click this link at noon and watch the event live: https://www.rexall.ca/carenetwork

Join Wendy Johnstone for our Facebook Live Learning Session at 9 am TOMORROW. When we are feeling resilient, we feel strong with good stamina in all parts of our life. This translates into having enough energy during the day to keep up with the physical aspects of caregiving and feel like we are managing our own well-being. In this FB Live, we will discuss some ways to support and develop your resilience. Click here to join the session tomorrow: https://www.facebook.com/FamilyCaregiversBC #resilience #resilientcaregivers #selfcare #familycaregiversofbc

How are you coping with emotional challenges? Caregivers of people living in long-term care homes may experience stress, anxiety, sadness and grief. Recognizing and acknowledging the feelings you are experiencing can help you to manage how you cope with this stressful situation. That's why FCBC is offering a virtual support circle on Wednesday November 25th 2-3:30pm, where we will share information and resources with family caregivers as partners in care during this state of... emergency to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. You MUST pre-register to join each session! Register in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0qde-rqDsqG9GSeQhSpTeKowYGrBSMz You will get a password and instructions to join this Zoom Virtual Group. Please note that when joining you can choose to share your first and last name or create an anonymous username. #emotionalchallenges #elderlycare #longtermcarehomes #seniors #wearecaregivers #familycaregiversofbc #yyj #yvr #victoria #vancouver

"Thank you for the great FCBC Webinar this morning and the opportunity to get more coping ideas... It was so refreshing to see talented young women having technical issues, makes we seniors not feel so intimated." ~Feedback from our "Coping with Challenging Emotions" Webinar Our webinars are intended to help offer ideas and support around specific themes each month. And, apparently also to offer a laugh as we show off our "tech skills"... Interested in joining our next webinar? Click here to learn more and register: https://www.familycaregiversbc.ca/watch-caregiver-learning/ #webinar #healthcarewebinar #elderlycare #homehealthcare #alzheimers #assistedliving #seniors #health #family #love #elderly #caregiverlife #seniorliving

Join our online gathering of BC's caregiver community, together offering connectedness, compassion and information during this time of uncertainty. Don't miss the opportunity to hear and be heard! Guest Panelist: Isobel Mackenzie, Seniors Advocate... Topics include: - Family presence in health care - FCBC's COVID Action Response direct support for caregivers, understanding the impact of COVID, advocating for system changes - Resilience as a key focus in maintaining health - Opportunity to ask questions, answer polls and engage in conversation When: Dec 3, 2020 from 12:00-1 pm Pacific Time Where: Zoom Webinar or Phone-in Link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_ntX34o7AR0OhSfteQL6Kiw #townhall #familycaregiver #wearecaregivers #caregiverresilience #healthcare #health #longtermcare #carerecipient #respite #seniors #advancecareplanning #dementia #canadiancaregivers #healthcarebc

"The obvious kindness and caring of both the facilitator and the presenter were such a gift - a safe place to rest for a little while." ~Feedback from an attendee of our Journal Writing Workshop We endeavour to host a virtual space for you that is filled with warmth and understanding and can offer some respite. Click here to learn more about our upcoming virtual support groups: https://www.familycaregiversbc.ca/family-caregiver-support/... #supportgroups #parents #seniorcitizens #personalcare #companionship #homecareservices #alzheimer #dementiasupport #respite

Due to increased COVID restrictions, the Peninsula Support Group is cancelled this month. If you have any questions you are welcome to contact Marlene Schlotterbeck at [email protected] or at 250-744-4012.