FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 6, 2025 Victoria-Based Caregiver Support Organization Takes the Global Stage in Lisbon Victoria, BC – Family Caregivers of British Columbia (FCBC) is proud to announce that its groundbreaking Caregiver Rx Program will be featured on the international stage this May at the International Conference on Integrated Care (ICIC25) in Lisbon, Portugal. The […]
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2025: Shining a Spotlight on Our Volunteers
This week, April 27 – May 3, marks National Volunteer Week, and we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the extraordinary volunteers who are at the heart of our caregiving community at Family Caregivers of BC. Their time, energy, and compassion strengthen our work and extend our reach across the province. Our volunteers contribute meaningfully […]
Victoria Art Therapy Workshop For Family Caregivers: Registration is Open!
Register Today for Our Spring/Summer Victoria Art Therapy Workshop Series! Date/Time: April – July 2025 from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM We’re excited to announce our upcoming Spring/Summer Art Therapy Workshop Series—a chance to take a creative, meaningful break just for you. These in-person sessions are specially designed for family caregivers in the Greater Victoria […]
New Planning Resource: Peace of Mind: A Caregiver’s Guide to Contingency Planning
We’re excited to introduce our new resource: Peace of Mind: A Caregiver’s Guide to Contingency Planning As a caregiver, planning for the unexpected can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already juggling so many responsibilities. If you’re unsure about how to prepare for emergencies, who can step in to help, or what legal and financial documents […]
Explore Our Guide to Financial Assistance For Family Caregivers 2025
Many caregivers experience financial stress associated with providing care for someone, whether it is a person with a disability, an older adult, or a family member or friend with an illness. In fact, lack of funding and the need for financial assistance are the issues Canadian caregivers most often identify as their biggest stressors. The […]
Upcoming Webinar, March 27, 2025 – Peace of Mind: A Caregiver’s Guide to Contingency Planning
Join Us For This Informative Caregiver Webinar! Title: Peace of Mind: A Caregiver’s Guide to Contingency Date/Time: Mar 27, 2025 12:00 PM Pacific Time Webinar Description: The responsibility of caregiving is enormous and often unpredictable. Caregivers find themselves juggling various tasks every day, and it can be hard to imagine a time when they might […]
Discover Essential Support Services Offered by the Canadian Cancer Society
For individuals undergoing cancer treatment in British Columbia, the Canadian Cancer Society offers vital support through its Cancer Travel and Accommodation Services program. This program provides essential assistance that makes accessing care easier and more affordable. Eligible patients may receive financial grants, air and ground transportation, and comfortable accommodations—all designed to ensure they receive the […]
What If You Can’t Be There: Contingency Planning For Caregivers
By Kate Landreth, Education and Learning Lead, FCBC and Wendy Johnstone, Director of Programs, FCBC Having a contingency or backup plan in case you become ill and can’t provide care is another important tool for caregivers and families to have. It ensures continuity of care if you become ill or are unable to provide care. […]
Upcoming Webinar, Finding Common Ground: Resolving Conflicts in Family Caregiving, February 6, 2025
Date & Time: Feb 6, 2025 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Pacific Time Please join Sharon Sutherland, Executive Director of Mediate BC, and Lori Frank, Director of Child Welfare Initiatives with Mediate BC, for an insightful presentation on conflict resolution for family caregivers. This session will explore practical strategies for resolving conflicts that arise in […]
Navigating Your Care Recipient’s Rights: Power of Attorney and Representation Agreements Explained
By John Jordan, Lawyer, Crease Harman LLP Any adult who is mentally capable can authorize a trusted person to deal with their financial and legal matters by signing a Power of Attorney. That adult can also authorize a trusted person to act on their behalf in relation to health and personal care matters by signing […]
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