Category Archives: Presentations / Workshops

🌟Recreational Respite’s Caregiver Series: a peer-led journey to connect with others facing similar challenges and build a strong support foundation

Caregivers, Networking, Presentations / Workshops

There’s still time to register!
🌟 Introducing Recreational Respite’s Caregiver Series: a peer-led journey to connect with others facing similar challenges and build a strong support foundation. Over five sessions, you’ll gain mentorship, share resources, receive self-care guidance, and strengthen your network. 🌱💬
📅 Workshop Dates: Oct 9 & 23, Nov 6 & 20, Dec 4
🕔 Sessions: 5 PM & 7 PM ET (1.5 hours each)
Registration cutoff: Sept 30th.
Registration for 5pm EST
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYldeCvrTMiGNNXt_2NAEpuPvE9scUlRMv7
Registration for 7pm EST
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAscemqrDotEtJh08q-ORBVStb2mB75oFPa

💻Tips for RDSP Plan Holders on September 25 at 7:00 pm.

Funding, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

Creating an RDSP is a critical start but once an RDSP is open there is much more that Plan Holders can learn to ensure they are optimizing the plan. Once you’ve opened your RDSP there is still so much to consider.
Do you have questions about your RDSP or how you can optimize it?
Join P4P Planning Network for their free webcast, Tips for RDSP Plan Holders on September 25 at 7:00 pm.
Register at the link here: https://bit.ly/4dFdqLw

💻Intro to RDSP on Sept. 25

Finance, Presentations / Workshops, Virtual

Are you interested in learning more about financial planning opportunities for you or someone you support with a disability?

The RDSP is an important long-term savings tool designed to help you safeguard the future of someone who has a disability.

This webcast, on Sept. 25 at 3:00 pm, will include an overview of the RDSP, potential government contributions, and the latest updates and changes to the RDSP.

Link here to register: https://bit.ly/4dY9gy5

🤝Free training sessions to discuss realities and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ caregivers

2SLGBTQIA+, Advocacy, Caregivers, Presentations / Workshops

Fondation Émergence is offering free training sessions across Ontario to discuss the realities and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ caregivers. These sessions are part of the Chosen Family program, created in 2019 and dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ caregivers and to raising awareness in caregiving and healthcare related sectors of society.

Topics include:

• Sexual and gender diversity
• Challenges faced by LGBTQ+ caregivers
• Strategies to meet their needs
• Testimony of an LGBTQ+ person
• Q&A

Dates and locations:

– Hawkesbury (Sept 23, 2–4 PM, French)
– Ottawa (Sept 25, 9–11 AM, French)
– Ottawa (Sept 25, 1:30–3:30 PM, English)
– Cornwall (Sept 26, 9–11 AM, French)

💻Webcast on September 17 at 7pm – An Introduction to Parent and Caregiver Advocacy in Ontario’s Schools.

Advocacy, Ontario, Presentations / Workshops, School, Virtual

Navigating the education system, when your child has diverse learning needs, can often feel frustrating and overwhelming. Having a good understanding of the system and knowing what resources are available can equip families with the tools they need to advocate for their child’s education. In this webcast, panelists will offer insights on how to advocate for your child’s education and explore important educational legislation and resources.

Join P4P Planing Network for a webcast on September 17 at 7pm – An Introduction to Parent and Caregiver Advocacy in Ontario’s Schools.

Link here to register. https://bit.ly/4g3xadb