This presentation will provide attendees with an overview of Family Councils Ontario and Alzheimer’s Society Toronto organizations & supports, information gathered from families of residents in long-term care amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and best practices for moving ahead.

Learning Objectives

• Overview of Family Councils Ontario & Alzheimer’s Society Toronto organizations
• Review of data on caregiver contributions and impact in long-term care
• Summary of common concerns of long-term care caregivers during COVID-19 pandemic
• Unpacking of key themes: meaningful visits, caregivers as essential care partners, and self care
• Information on the available education and tools for families provided by both organizations
• Summary of COVID-19 considerations & key takeaways for the future

Presenters: Tiffany Fearon, Client Services Manager, Family Councils Ontario

                      Laura Petta, (MSW, RSW.) Behavior Support Caregiver Specialist, Alzheimer Society Toronto.

Registration is required: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/8675617744883994369

 

 

Category: Alzheimer Society Toronto,Family Caregivers,General Public,Workshop