There are virtual caregiver support groups weekly to support you as a caregiver during this time. If you are unfamiliar with support groups and considering attending, this article on “The Value of Peer Support” offers an introduction.
The most important element of any support group is to create a safe and confidential space. In a support group, Shared Understandings (also known as ‘ground rules’ or ‘group guidelines’) create this safe and confidential space for caregivers in group meetings.
For some examples of Shared Understandings that we have found helpful over our 30+ years of facilitating caregiver groups read here. For examples of Shared Understandings for virtual meetings, read here.
Virtual Caregiver Support Groups
Caregivers Connect: BC’s Virtual Support Group
Our Caregivers Connect: BC’s Virtual Support Group, brings people from across the province together twice a month around a mutual experience of caregiving for a family member or friend. This is a time for reassurance, where caregivers can realize they are not alone.
Date and Time: 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 2-3:30pm PST
Registration Details: You must pre-register each session to attend. Register in advance for this meeting here.
You will get a confirmation email and instructions to join this Zoom Virtual Group. Please note that when joining you can choose to share your first and last name or create an anonymous username.
BC Men’s Virtual Caregiver Support Group
This Virtual Caregiver Support Group is a space for men to come together to connect, receive support and share experiences as caregivers.
Date and Time: Second Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30pm PST
Registration Details: You must pre-register each session to attend. Register in advance for this meeting here.
You will get a confirmation email and instructions to join this Zoom Virtual Group. Please note that when joining you can choose to share your first and last name or create an anonymous username.
Victoria Virtual Caregiver Group
Our monthly Victoria Virtual Caregiver Group brings caregivers from Greater Victoria area together around a mutual experience of caregiving for a family member or friend. This is a time for reassurance, where caregivers can realize they are not alone. This group is facilitated by our volunteer Bonnie Davoren.
Date and Time: First Wednesday of each month, 1:30-3pm PST
Registration Details: You must pre-register each session to attend. Register in advance for this meeting here.
You will get a confirmation email and instructions to join this Zoom Virtual Group. Please note that when joining you can choose to share your first and last name or create an anonymous username.