Jeanne’s story: Navigating the health system has been the most challenging part.
January 30, 2022
Jeanne’s story: Navigating the health system has been the most challenging part. Jeanne’s 99-year-old mom, who has dementia, lives in a retirement home in..
Steve’s caregiver story: It’s important to know you’re not alone.
December 24, 2021
Steve’s caregiver story: It’s important to know you’re not alone. At age 19, Steve’s older brother was diagnosed with schizophrenia. The two were sharing..
10 Ways To Help A Grieving Friend During The Holiday Season
December 23, 2021
10 Ways To Help A Grieving Friend During The Holiday Season Caregivers deal with lots of anticipatory grief and loneliness, even during the holiday..
5 Secrets to a Happy Life!
December 15, 2021
5 Secrets to a Happy Life! Life is mostly comprised of tiny imperceptible moments that create massive change in our life. Timing, circumstances, and..
NEWS RELEASE: New COVID-19 impact report from the Ontario Caregiver Organization shows majority of family or friend caregivers are burnt out and rates of financial hardship have doubled
November 23, 2021
New COVID-19 impact report from the Ontario Caregiver Organization shows majority of family or friend caregivers are burnt out and rates of financial hardship..
Embracing End of Life
November 15, 2021
Embracing End of Life “There is no right way or wrong way to grieve – just your way!” – Eugene Dufour We live in..
Allen’s caregiver story: One does it out of love
October 29, 2021
Allen’s caregiver story: One does it out of love Despite suffering from diverticulitis all her life, Allen’s wife Mary was a spitfire. She was..
What is an Age-Friendly Community?
October 21, 2021
What is an Age-Friendly Community? Canada’s senior population is growing, making it more important than ever to support the health and well-being of older..
October is Healthy Workplace Month
October 1, 2021
October is Healthy Workplace Month As a caregiver, it can be challenging to balance work and caregiving responsibilities. Know that you’re not alone. This..
OCO’s Statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30, 2021
In June 2020, the federal government designated September 30th as a day to recognize and commemorate the legacy of Residential Schools in Canada, and..
