Caregiver Support Groups

Free support & discussion groups for anyone in a caregiving role. Meet others going through similar experiences, learn coping strategies and share your thoughts in a safe space. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca. (Virtual & in-person). Mornings: When: Friday, August 12th, 2022 from 10:30am-12:00pm Where: 400 […]

Lunch & Learn Seminar: “Making Change Work for You”

There’s no denying that change is hard, but we all have the ability to accept change for what it is: an opportunity that can be a fresh start – we just have to treat it as one. In this workshop, Jane Enright, author of Butter Side Up: How I Survived My Most Terrible Year & […]

Caregiver Education Series “From Stress to Strength”

A free caregiver education series where you’ll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022 from 2:00pm-3:30pm Session 2: Regaining […]

Lunch & Learn Seminar: Active Engagement – Engaging Your Loved One at Home

Come join VON Hamilton to learn more on how to keep your loved ones engaged at home! Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408. (Virtual) Learn more about: – Providing meaningful and stimulating activities at home – Teepa Snow’s ‘Positive Approach to Care’ – Strategies to promote independence & success – […]

Caregiver Support Groups

Free support groups for anyone in a caregiving role. Meet others going through similar experiences, learn coping strategies and share your thoughts in a safe space. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408. (Virtual & in-person) MORNINGS (in-person) 2nd Friday of the month 10:30am-12:00pm Where: The VON Adult Day Centre 400 […]

Caregiver Education Series

Join us for a free caregiver education series where you’ll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. Registration is required. (Virtual & in-person) Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Tuesday, July 12th, 2022 | 10:30am-12:00pm (Turner Park Library, Hamilton) Thursday, July 14th, 2022 […]

VON: Lunch & Learn Seminar: Stroke & Aphasia 101

June is Stroke Awareness Month! Topic: “Stroke & Aphasia 101” Come join Emilia Leslie, MSW, RSW from VON Stroke Services for an in-depth discussion about stroke, types of aphasia, communication strategies, resources and more. Registration is required. Friday, June 24th 12:00pm-1:00pm

VON: Caregiver Education Series

Caregiving can be rewarding, but it can also have challenges along the way. Come join us for a free caregiver education series where you’ll learn strategies and find resources to take care of yourself so you can continue caring for others. Registration is required. Session 1: Caregiver Stress & Finding Self-Care Strategies Thursday, June 9th […]

VON: 52 Weeks of Mindfulness

Free weekly mindfulness group that focuses on your well-being and guides you through practices to lower anxiety, and boost memory & focus. Classes occur Mondays at 3:00pm. Drop-in for a specific session or attend weekly. Registration is required. Monday, June 6th – Sense Meditation: Hear Monday, June 13th – Sense Meditation: Smell Monday, June 20th […]

VON: Wellness Wednesday Caregiver Support Group

Free bi-weekly support group for anyone in a caregiving role. Meet others going through similar experiences, learn coping strategies and share your thoughts in a safe space. Registration is required. Topic: Learning to Let Go Wednesday, June 1st | 2:00pm-3:30pm Topic: Nurturing a Healthy Mindset Wednesday, June 15th | 2:00pm-3:30pm Topic: Protecting Your Peace Wednesday, […]