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Watch our Latest Webinar Recording: Services for Patients and Caregivers

August 9, 2022

Our latest webinar, Services for Patients and Caregivers and Common Interactions Between Medications, Supplements, and Food, is now posted online! If you missed this live webinar, you can now watch the recording at a time that suits you. In this webinar, the UBC Pharmacists Clinic presented on the topic of medication and supplement interactions. They […]

Filed Under: Navigating Healthcare System

Leaning in to the Emotions of Caregiving, Part 2: Resentment, Worry and Grief

August 5, 2022

In this second part of our Leaning In to the Emotions of Caregiving series, Victoria discusses some of the difficult emotions we encounter as caregivers. Learn some ideas for managing resentment, worry, and grief through this short video presentation. Here are some additional resources available through Family Caregivers of BC that may be useful to […]

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Leaning In to the Emotions of Caregiving: Anger, Guilt, and Defensiveness

July 14, 2022

As caregivers, we are in relationships with those who receive our care. These relationships can vary and they will be changed by the act of caregiving. This brings with it a lot of emotions. Sometimes it can be difficult to handle what we feel. We may not even want to acknowledge these feelings coming up. […]

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July 26 Webinar: Services for Patients and Caregivers and Common Interactions Between Medications, Supplements and Food

June 29, 2022

On Tuesday, July 26 at 10:00 a.m. PT, join FCBC and staff from the UBC Pharmacists Clinic for a special Zoom webinar! The UBC Pharmacists Clinic will present on the topic of medication and supplement interactions, and expand on the services they have available for patients. Clinic staff will also touch on the various ways […]

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Facebook Live: The Power of Saying NO

June 16, 2022

Saying no can create room for us to focus on our mental and emotional health and create space for our self-care strategies. Saying no isn’t always easy and takes practice (and being kind to ourselves), but there are ways to make the process a bit easier. Here are some further resources to help you on […]

Filed Under: Communication Skills, Self-care

LGBTQ2S+ Caregiver and Care Recipient Resources

June 1, 2022

June is Pride Month, and we are acknowledging and celebrating this important awareness month with a series of resources that may be useful to caregivers and care recipients who identify as LGBTQ2S+, as well as their service providers. Click on the logos below each heading to access the website links and resources. If you’d like […]

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Caregiver Awareness Month Activities in BC!

May 30, 2022

Throughout Caregiver Awareness Month in May, Family and Friend Caregiver Support Programs across the province celebrated family and friend caregivers in their communities. Here are just a few of the festivities that took place! Lake Country: The Family and Friend Caregiver Support Program in Lake Country hosted a special CAM celebration gathering for their local […]

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A Caregiver Story: Caring from Afar

May 19, 2022

Karla Wilson (far left) with her Mom and Sister In 2003, I chose to move to Vancouver Island. I had grown up in the suburbs of Toronto, then traveled and lived in Australia for three years after finishing my university degree. When I returned to Canada, I was searching out the warmest climate possible. Victoria […]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Caregiver Story, caregiving, long-distance caregiving

New Elder Abuse Law Wiki from Canadian Centre for Elder Law

May 18, 2022

Image is of website splash page for the Practical Guide to Elder Abuse Law in Canada

The Practical Guide to Elder Abuse and Neglect Law in Canada has just been released by our friends at the Canadian Centre for Elder Law. This wiki-style resource provides information on many aspects of Elder Abuse Law in Canada. “What is Elder Abuse and Neglect” provides a solid introduction. If you have concerns but aren’t […]

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Facebook Live: Financial Resources for Caregivers

May 12, 2022

In this Facebook Live, Victoria Lougheed examines some of the challenges caregivers face in terms of hidden costs and unexpected financial impacts. The following financial information and resources may also be helpful to caregivers: Webinar: Tax Information and Financial Resources for Caregivers (2022)  Handout: Overview of General Financial Resources, Tax Benefits and Credits for Caregivers […]

Filed Under: Legal and Financial, Uncategorized

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