Written by Lycia Rodrigues During this pandemic, more strain and isolation has impacted the support and wellbeing of caregivers throughout our province. Family Caregivers of BC is a provincial organization and we are here to serve and support you during these uncertain times. We offer both local (Greater Victoria) and Provincial Caregiver Support groups. FCBC […]
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Part 2: Understanding Committeeship: What Do You Do If You Have a Family Member in Care and Need to Make Decisions for Him or Her?
Written by Cassandra Drake Committees must keep detailed records of all the assets, liabilities, and money coming in and going out of the person’s estate. They must give periodic reports, referred to as accounts, to the Public Guardian and Trustee. A committee of person is responsible for making medical decisions for the person and deciding where and […]
Part 1: Understanding Committeeship: What Do You Do If You Have a Family Member in Care and Need to Make Decisions for Him or Her?
Written by Cassandra Drake It is a situation that many people are faced with, but most do not know what their options are. If your loved one had the opportunity to do their estate planning, he or she may have an enduring power of attorney, which can be used even after a person is no […]
Solange, thanks for the difference you’ve made!
Written by Lycia Rodrigues In 2017, Solange and I connected about expanding our caregiver support in the Saanich Peninsula. We were thrilled to have her as our volunteer bringing expertise in creating meaningful support for caregivers. I was impressed with Solange’s determination to reach out to the local health care providers and make sure caregivers […]
Navigating the Challenges of Work and Caregiving
Twenty-eight percent of Canadians are balancing unpaid caregiving for family or friends with work. While caregiving can be rewarding as you support the person you love and care for, the strains of caregiving can take a toll. Furthermore, 25% of caregivers have reported a change in their employment experience since becoming caregivers, including: Turning down […]
A Tool to Support Your Well-being
In our last Facebook Live Learning Session with Wendy Johnstone, she discussed the term Dimensions of health. Dimensions of health include, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual and physical. What do these areas of health mean to you? To provide you a deeper understanding of dimensions of health, here is a breakdown of each area. Emotional health […]
4 Ways You Can Support a Family Caregiver
When someone you know is caring for someone who is ill or requires help, small gestures of care and support can go a long way. But sometimes we struggle with what to say or do, so we end up doing nothing at all. Family caregivers often have a hard time reaching out or asking for […]
Taking a Break: 7 Tips for a Caregiver Vacation
As we near the last bit of summer, the desire for family caregivers to take time for a vacation, staycation or break can be top of mind. Going from contemplation of a vacation to implementation can create a great deal of stress for both the caregiver and the people they care for. Common concerns and […]
New to Caregiving: Finding the Right Information
Becoming a caregiver can creep up on you. Maybe it starts with dropping by your mom’s house to do her laundry or taking your dad to a doctor’s appointment or delivering groceries to your friend. Maybe you call your adult daughter every day to check in because she suffers from depression. Gradually, you find yourself […]
Part 2: How to Set Boundaries as a Caregiver
“Boundaries are a part of self-care. They are healthy, normal and necessary” – Doreen Virtue It is time to break the cycle of saying “yes” to everything, especially as a caregiver. It is essential for caregiver longevity, protecting your energy so you can be a better caregiver.
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