The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) exists to improve the lives of caregivers across Ontario. If you are a family/friend caregiver, work in the health or social services sector, or are an employer of caregivers, this Virtual Open House will provide valuable information about our free resources, programs, and services for caregivers. Join us for an informative session to find out more about our programs and services listed here!

-Information & Resources for caregivers and providers
-Education Programs
-Caregiver Peer Support
-How to get involved

The Ontario Caregiver Organization is funded by the Ministry of Health and was established in 2018 in response to the need to expand caregiver support in Ontario. Caregiver needs are at the core of all our programs and services.

Katie Muirhead is the Regional Lead reaching out to communities and caregivers across western Ontario. Katie has lived experience as a caregiver in the areas of mental health and addictions, autism spectrum disorders and aging populations

Felicia White is the Program and Service Lead for OCO’s Workplace and Helpline programs, she also oversees the Caregiver Support Team.

Kathleen Slemon is the Program Lead, Peer Support and oversees the 1:1 Peer Support Program, Online Support Groups and Young

Caregiver supports.

Clayo Laanemets is the Program Lead for Mental Health & Wellbeing at OCO. She oversees the SCALE program and the development of resources and supports for caregivers’ mental health and caregivers of mental illness and addictions. Clayo was a young caregiver to a family member with schizophrenia, so she is passionate about reducing system barriers for caregivers and their families and advocating for changes within mental health care.

Please note that this presentation is available in English only.

For any difficulty with registration or any other questions, please contact us at info@archive.ontariocaregiver.ca or call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011Registration on Eventbrite: