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Happy Holidays from CERAH | May this holiday season bring you warmth, laughter, reflection and togetherness. Have a safe and joyous holiday from all of us here at CERAH. | |
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Remember, though the holiday season is meant to be joyous and magical, it can oftentimes become overwhelming and stressful. Please take this as a reminder to be kind to yourself and practice some self-care. If you are a caregiver, below you can find some helpful tips to manage the holiday stress this season.
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CERAH Year-in-Review: Some of our Favourite Moments in 2023 | | |
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Living Well with Dementia Conference News Segment
Did you spot us on the news on October 21st? If you missed it, click to watch our TBnewswatch.com news segment!
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Indigenous Peoples' Health & Aging
The IPHA division is a recognized national and international leader in health and community-based research and education. The division’s success is attributed to strong, collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities. Through culturally- and contextually - relevant research and knowledge translation, we are able to respond to community needs through the development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula and resources.
To learn more, check out our newest booklet which details an overview of the IPHA division programming!
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CERAH Speaker Series - December 13, 2023
"Moral Distress During the Pandemic: Impacts on the Mental Health of Long-Term Care Home Staff in Northwestern Ontario" with Caroline Sabotig.
The purpose of this session is to present a study that explores the experiences of moral distress during the pandemic for long-term care home staff of nurses and personal support workers in northern Ontario, the subsequent impacts on their mental health as well as their resilience and adaptation.
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Let's Talk About MAiD - Saturday, January 20, 2024
You don’t want to miss this workshop dedicated to understanding and navigating the intricate aspects of Medical Assistance in Dying. This event is specifically designed for health and social care providers who are looking to deepen their knowledge and skills in this sensitive area. Join our special guest Lauren Clark and discover how to effectively support patients exploring this option.
There will also be a panel discussion with local MAiD providers and opportunities for Q&A and networking.
Light breakfast and networking luncheon provided.
Note: Zoom link will be available for regional professionals unable to attend in person
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CERAH Speaker Series - January 31, 2024
"Wise Practices in Relational Engagement with Indigenous Peoples" with Joanna Vautour & Holly Prince
- Explore respectful and meaningful engagement approaches with Indigenous Peoples
- Engage in critical self-reflective practices and create a space to explore cultural safety & humility
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Facilitators:
- Dr. Kathy Simpson
- Valerie Jensen, RN
- Jessica McAnulty, MSW
- Shane Hintikka, PSW
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Sample Topics:
- Decision-Making & ACP
- Pain Management
- Delirium & Dementia
- Essential Conversations
- Last Days & Hours
- Grief
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Note: Before you register, please ensure you have enough time to complete 3 pre-course activities (approximately 1-2 hours of work) and 17 self-learning modules (approximately 8 hours of work) before the first webinar date. Attendance on both webinar dates is required to receive your certificate of completion. Once you have registered with CERAH, you will be provided with a course enrollment key to begin the prerequisite online modules in Pallium Canada’s learning management system. | |
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Advancing Indigenous Policy & Practice Conference
Coordinated by the SE Health First Nations, Inuit, and Métis team, in partnership with Lakehead University’s Centre for Education and Research on Aging & Health (CERAH), you will have an opportunity to participate in meaningful knowledge exchange with over 150 in-person and 200 virtual participants from across Canada.
When: February 6 - 8, 2024
Where: Calgary & Online
NOTE: Registration for those who work for an Indigenous Community or Organization is FREE.
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Caring Connections Chronicle... | |
Snow Angels is a program that matches volunteers with seniors in our community to assist with snow removal from paths, walkways and stairs. The program, originally created by Age Friendly Thunder Bay, is now hosted by the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre. We are looking for able-bodied volunteers 16 and older to join our team! Call 807-684-3277 or email tessa.hettrick@thunderbay.ca | |
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How to Manage Nutrition and Stressors as a Caregiver
On December 7, 2023, the The Ontario Caregiver Organization is pleased to offer this FREE webinar on How to Manage Nutrition and Stressors as a Caregiver on December 7th. Register and hear from Nishta Saxena, a registered dietitian and nutritionist where you will learn to:
- Create quick nutritious meals and snacks for yourself while on a budget
- Manage stressors in your caregiving journey and what impact they have on your mood and sleeping habit
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December 11, 2023 - Holiday Bake Sale
Get your holiday baking taken care of at the Hospice Northwest Services' Holiday Bake Sale. This event will be held at the St. Joseph's Heritage in the Main Lobby from 12 pm - 3 pm.
For more information, call Hospice Northwest Services at (807) 626-5570. All proceeds from the bake sale will support their vulnerably housed clients.
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Caregiver Tips for Holidays by the Alzheimer Society of Canada
Though holidays can be enjoyable for many, they can also be a stressful time for families affected by dementia, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson’s disease. The Alzheimer Society has put together a helpful list of tips to get you trough this busy season.
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To learn more and to see if you qualify as a participant, please
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Ontario Health wants to hear from you!
Ontario Health has started work to develop recommendations to improve the delivery of pediatric palliative care for children, youths and adolescents in all care settings.
Ontario Health is seeking input from patients, families/caregivers and healthcare providers to understand the unique challenges and barriers faced by members of equity-deserving communities when accessing pediatric palliative care.
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Our podcast often features people living with dementia, their care/life partners, and supporters sharing experiences. Through the interviews, guests demonstrate their capacity to live fully. Other episodes include conversations with researchers and advocates.
New episode in the Dying & Dementia series is now available! In this episode, we speak to Ron Posno who lives with dementia about why he thinks having conversations about our own death is important and what this means for him as someone living with dementia.
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Disrupting Death: Conversations about Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada. Hosts, Kathy Kortes-Miller and Keri-Lyn Durant lead with curiosity as they interview a wide range of guests who know M.A.i.D intimately.
Latest Episode: Tania Stilson
“Fear death less and love life more”
In this episode of Disrupting Death, Kathy and Keri speak with Tania Stilson about her father, John Warren, who advocated for Canadians’ access to MAiD right up until the evening before he accessed it himself.
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Contact us if you have any questions about our resources or upcoming events. We are also interested in aging and health news from your region, so please keep in touch! | | | | |
