Caregiver Support
Caregiver support is essential for individuals who provide care for family members or loved ones with life-limiting illness. This support encompasses a variety of resources and services designed to help caregivers manage the physical, emotional, and practical demands of their role.
One of the key components of caregive
Caregiver Support
Caregiver support is essential for individuals who provide care for family members or loved ones with life-limiting illness. This support encompasses a variety of resources and services designed to help caregivers manage the physical, emotional, and practical demands of their role.
One of the key components of caregiver support is emotional assistance. At Dundas County Hospice caregivers can share their experiences, seek advice, and find comfort in knowing they are not alone.
Caregivers also require practical resources such as respite care to allow them to take a much-needed break, ensuring they can recharge physically and emotionally. Training programs can also provide caregivers with valuable skills and knowledge about specific medical needs, enhancing their confidence in managing care effectively. Educational materials and workshops on topics like self-care, stress management, and navigating healthcare systems empower caregivers to advocate for their loved ones while also prioritizing their own well-being.
If you are a caregiver, or know of one who could use support, send a referral or email our Director of Client Services below.
Useful links for caregivers
Useful links:
- Champlain Health Line Local Health services, news, careers, events for Champlain area Ontario
- Supporting Caregivers in Eastern Ontario The site is a first stop for resources that are available. These key contacts can help you find services and supports in your community.
- Carefor Health and Community Services – Eastern Counties – Offers extensive home health care and community support serviced for eastern Ontario
- Champlain Hospice Palliative Care Program- Integrates and coordinates the delivery of end of life care services in the Champlain region
- The Outcare Foundation- Registered Charity that supports regional palliative care
- Champlain LHIN (Local Health Integrated Network)Local health services, news, careers,events for Champlain Ontario area
- HPCO (Hospice Palliative Care Ontario) Guiding and accrediting body of Visiting Hospice Palliative Care in Ontario
- CHPCA (Canadian Hospice Palliate Care Association)- The National voice for Hospice Palliative Care in Canada
- Canadian Virtual Hospice Information and Support on Palliative and End-of-life Care, Loss and Grief
- Caregiver Self-assessment Questionnaire
- Caregiving Supports from Saint Elizabeth’s
- Changing Care -Changing CARE: Embrace aims to improve the experience of family caregivers in the addiction and mental health system across Cornwall, Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry and Akwesasne, Ontario.
- Caregiver Support Portal
- Caring for Caregivers Coping with Covid-19
- The Ontario Caregiver Organization