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..
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..
Try this 3-minute stress reducer
September 17, 2021
An introduction to mindfulness meditation Chronic stress negatively impacts your mental and physical health. As many as 40% of caregivers indicate their stress level..
10 financial planning tips for new caregivers
August 17, 2021
Being a caregiver impacts every aspect of your life, including your finances. Your expenses may go up, your income may go down, and you..
Sherrie’s Caregiving Story
July 27, 2021
Sherrie’s Caregiving Story “I promised my sister that I would be an advocate for caregivers.” My sister often said, “For over 12 years, I..
What are your negative feelings trying to tell you?
July 17, 2021
As a caregiver, you may experience feelings of anger, guilt, and resentment at times. Getting to the root of these emotions can help you..
OCO Board Chair Announcement
July 6, 2021
The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Mosher as Board Chair effective June 23, 2021. David has been..
How does your care recipient want to live their life?
June 17, 2021
How does your care recipient want to live their life? A caregiver’s guide to advance care planning While difficult, having an open and honest..
A caregivers guide to grief
May 17, 2021
A caregivers guide to grief Understanding the stages of grief and strategies for coping Grieving is a natural and inevitable part of caregiving. Although..
