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Ontario Caregiver Coalition

@ontcaregivers

The Ontario Caregiver Coalition is dedicated to recognizing & advocating for unpaid caregivers & raising awareness of the value they add to the health system.

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We are excited to be hosting the first-ever Canadian Young Caregivers Conference with Toronto Metropolitan University! Toronto Metropolitan University For more info on the conference visit: youngcaregiverscan.ca/youngcaregiver… or contact [email protected]

We are excited to be hosting the first-ever Canadian Young Caregivers Conference with Toronto Metropolitan University! <a href="/TorontoMet/">Toronto Metropolitan University</a>

For more info on the conference visit: youngcaregiverscan.ca/youngcaregiver… or contact YoungCarers@TorontoMU.ca
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#Caregiving is work — but isn't paid like it. But we also know if we invest in #caregivers, it will relieve pressure on the system. Financial support would be a cost-effective solution for everyone in #onpoli: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca/caregiver-fina… #FamilyCaregiverDay #NationalCaregiverDay

#Caregiving is work — but isn't paid like it.

But we also know if we invest in #caregivers, it will relieve pressure on the system. 

Financial support would be a cost-effective solution for everyone in #onpoli: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca/caregiver-fina…

#FamilyCaregiverDay #NationalCaregiverDay
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"When the organization that I've been referred to for assistance, and for whom I've just waited on hold for 45 minutes, tells me they can't help and refers me to another organization. And then I'm put on hold again." — Lauren #FamilyCaregiverDay #NationalCaregiverDay

"When the organization that I've been referred to for assistance, and for whom I've just waited on hold for 45 minutes, tells me they can't help and refers me to another organization. And then I'm put on hold again." — Lauren

#FamilyCaregiverDay #NationalCaregiverDay
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"I would help my Nana walk down the stairs safely by holding her hand. Something that makes me scream is PSWs coming early and disturbing our sleep." — Jonah, 8 Caregiving affects everyone. Helping them would too. #FamilyCaregiverDay #NationalCaregiverDay

"I would help my Nana walk down the stairs safely by holding her hand. Something that makes me scream is PSWs coming early and disturbing our sleep." — Jonah, 8

Caregiving affects everyone. Helping them would too. #FamilyCaregiverDay #NationalCaregiverDay
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Yes, we did share how #caregiving can be a bit of a horror movie. But we can find a happy ending together. If you're a #caregiver or want to advocate in #onpoli for a solution beyond #familycaregiverday follow us & join us at ontariocaregivercoalition.ca #NationalCaregiverDay

Yes, we did share how #caregiving can be a bit of a horror movie.

But we can find a happy ending together. 

If you're a #caregiver or want to advocate in #onpoli for a solution beyond #familycaregiverday follow us &amp; join us at ontariocaregivercoalition.ca 

#NationalCaregiverDay
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On Family Caregiver Day, the OCC sat down with Dave Trafford's Podcasts, host of On The Ledge, to talk about the often invisible role of family caregivers in holding together our fragile healthcare and social systems. You can listen to our conversation now: tinyurl.com/29bpfzkm

On Family Caregiver Day, the OCC sat down with <a href="/PodcastPWR/">Dave Trafford's Podcasts</a>, host of On The Ledge, to talk about the often invisible role of family caregivers in holding together our fragile healthcare and social systems. 

You can listen to our conversation now: tinyurl.com/29bpfzkm
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On May 12 (12-1pm ET), join researchers from Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre for a free, public webinar hosted by TDRA & Alzheimer Society TO. Learn about the role of biomarkers in early detection of #Alzheimers & hear about a drug being tested to prevent amyloid beta buildup. alz.to/calendar/under…

On May 12 (12-1pm ET), join researchers from <a href="/Sunnybrook/">Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre</a> for a free, public webinar hosted by TDRA &amp; <a href="/AlzToronto/">Alzheimer Society TO</a>. Learn about the role of biomarkers in early detection of #Alzheimers &amp; hear about a drug  being tested to prevent amyloid beta buildup. alz.to/calendar/under…
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The OCC is proud to celebrate the many accomplishments of our volunteers already in 2025: advocating in #Ontario’s election, releasing two policy briefs, and raising awareness on Caregiver Day. Because we care, our volunteers are making change! #caregiver #volunteerweek

The OCC is proud to celebrate the many accomplishments of our volunteers already in 2025: advocating in #Ontario’s election, releasing two policy briefs, and raising awareness on Caregiver Day. Because we care, our volunteers are making change!

#caregiver #volunteerweek
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The Membership and Governance Committee is the powerhouse of the OCC, overseeing our governance framework. Visit our website to learn more about how to volunteer with us: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca #volunteerweek #ontario #caregivers #caregiversupport #caregiving #advocacy

The Membership and Governance Committee is the powerhouse of the OCC, overseeing our governance framework. 

Visit our website to learn more about how to volunteer with us: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca

#volunteerweek #ontario #caregivers #caregiversupport #caregiving #advocacy
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Mark your calendars! Every 4th Thursday in May we are celebrating #YoungCaregiversDay ! Young Caregivers are the hidden army of family caregivers that deserve to be recognized #CaregiverAware #youngcaregivers #CaregivingCanada

Mark your calendars! Every 4th Thursday in May we are celebrating #YoungCaregiversDay ! Young Caregivers are the hidden army of family caregivers that deserve to be recognized

#CaregiverAware #youngcaregivers #CaregivingCanada
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One of the most rewarding parts of being a volunteer at the OCC is finding solidarity with other caregivers. Visit our website to learn more about how to join the Caregiver Collective: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca #caregiversupport #solidarity #volunteerweek #ontario #caregivers

One of the most rewarding parts of being a volunteer at the OCC is finding solidarity with other caregivers.

Visit our website to learn more about how to join the Caregiver Collective: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca

#caregiversupport #solidarity #volunteerweek #ontario #caregivers
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Malene and Cindy are the Co-Chairs of our Caregiver Collective. This committee provides advice and support for OCC advocacy and is responsible for the engagement of our caregiver members. Visit our website to learn more: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca #caregiver #volunteerweek

Malene and Cindy are the Co-Chairs of our Caregiver Collective. This committee provides advice and support for OCC advocacy and is responsible for the engagement of our caregiver members.

Visit our website to learn more: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca

#caregiver #volunteerweek
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Matthias Hoben has been an important player in the development of our Policy Briefs. If you have any experience in advocacy work or policy research, the R&A Committee could be a great place for you! Visit our website to learn more: ontariocaregivercoalition.com #caregiver #advocacy

Matthias Hoben has been an important player in the development of our Policy Briefs. 

If you have any experience in advocacy work or policy research, the R&amp;A Committee could be a great place for you! Visit our website to learn more:
ontariocaregivercoalition.com

#caregiver #advocacy
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If you have expertise in community engagement or stakeholder relations, join Michelle on the Partnership Committee! Visit our website to learn more: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca #volunteerweek #caregiver #ontario #caregiversupport #communityengagement

If you have expertise in community engagement or stakeholder relations, join Michelle on the Partnership Committee! Visit our website to learn more: ontariocaregivercoalition.ca

#volunteerweek #caregiver #ontario #caregiversupport #communityengagement
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Our Member Organization Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA) is running the "Everyone Needs Home and Community Care" campaign. Send a personalized letter to your MPP in just a few clicks. Your voice can make a real impact. Write to your MPP today: everyoneneedscare.ca

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Interested in learning more about the latest findings in dementia and Alzheimer's research? Register now for for AAIC-For All: Community, a free event on July 31st hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference. alz.org/aaic-for-all/o…

Interested in learning more about the latest findings in dementia and Alzheimer's research?

Register now for for AAIC-For All: Community, a free event on July 31st hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference. alz.org/aaic-for-all/o…
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This summer, help us celebrate the work Member Organizations like ACCESSCSS do to support caregivers in Ontario. To learn more about AccessCSS, visit their website: accesscss.ca #CaregiverSupport #ontario

This summer, help us celebrate the work Member Organizations like <a href="/ACCESSCSS/">ACCESSCSS</a> do to support caregivers in Ontario. 

To learn more about AccessCSS, visit their website: accesscss.ca

#CaregiverSupport #ontario
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This week, the OCC is spotlighting Member Organization AdvantAge Ontario To learn more about AdvantAge Ontario, visit their website: advantageontario.ca #caregiversupport #ontariohealth #advantageontario #occmemberspotlight

This week, the OCC is spotlighting Member Organization <a href="/AdvantAgeOnt/">AdvantAge Ontario</a> 

To learn more about AdvantAge Ontario, visit their website: advantageontario.ca

#caregiversupport #ontariohealth #advantageontario #occmemberspotlight
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Today we're celebrating organization member myCareBase for our Member Spotlight series! For more information, visit their website: mycarebase.com #caregiversupport #OCCMemberSpotlight #canadacaregiver

Today we're celebrating organization member <a href="/mycarebase/">myCareBase</a> for our Member Spotlight series!

For more information, visit their website: mycarebase.com

#caregiversupport #OCCMemberSpotlight #canadacaregiver