Webinars On Financial & Legal Tips for Caregivers
This video library offers a variety of webinars hosted by The Ontario Caregiver Organization and its partners. Search all webinars in our library by keywords, or browse them by category. Find more videos, please visit our YouTube channel.
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Understanding Healthcare Consent Laws and Rules
Ontario’s healthcare consent laws and rules are complex and may be difficult for caregivers to understand. Yet, having the right legal information can help everyone feel informed and empowered to support the best patient care. In collaboration with the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly, join us to learn more about legal topics including:
• Substitute Decision-Making for Property and Personal Care
• Healthcare Consent and Advance Care Planning
• General information on Henson Trusts, and Wills
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Health Law: A Primer for Family Caregivers in the Mental Health and Addictions Sector (Part 2)
As a follow-up session, we will talk about the mental health system, including the Mental Health Act framework and community-based services, risk management considerations, privacy, and being an advocate in the system. We will discuss broadly two case scenarios in the mental health and addictions sector, involving the health system, housing and more.
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Health Law: A Primer for Family Caregivers in the Mental Health and Addictions Sector (Part 1)
In this session, we will examine how the Health Care Consent Act and Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 affect an individual’s rights, the roles and obligations of substitute decision-makers, and practical strategies for navigating the health system. It will also speak to special issues in the mental health and addictions sectors, and key issues regarding children and youth.
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Legal Framework for Caregivers
Legal Framework for Caregivers
This webinar explains some of the common barriers a caregiver may face in obtaining legal healthcare information, such as when can you make health care decisions for your care recipient? What if you come up against challenges in giving or receiving ‘need to know’ information? It will use case studies to provide practical strategies and tips to help caregivers be more informed and confident when interacting with healthcare providers.
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Financial Planning for Caregivers
Financial Planning for Caregivers
Becoming a caregiver impacts every aspect of your life, including your personal finances. The future may be uncertain, your expenses may go up, your income may be impacted, and you may need to make big decisions. Join financial planner Shannon Lee Simmons for a fireside chat about how to navigate your finances when you begin your caregiving journey.
