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Caregiver and Family Supports
Counselling: MindBeacon
MindBeacon offers Canadians a full spectrum of digital mental health supports, from face-to-face live therapy, therapist-guided programs, messaging counselling, and free content.
Mindfulness Based Interventions: Bounceback
BounceBack® is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
Mindfulness-Based Interventions: AbilitiCBT
AbilitiCBT is an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) program that you can access from any device, any time. Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most effective forms of therapy. It works by helping you understand and change the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are causing you problems. AbilitiCBT works the same way, but virtually. AbilitiCBT’s user-friendly platform makes it convenient to get help when you need it, where you need it.
Dementia Education: Alzheimer Society of Canada
Whether you live with dementia, care for a person living with dementia or you have questions that need answers, the Alzheimer Society of Canada’s referral service is here for you.
Dementia Education: Dementia Carers
Provides free of charge clinical services and group programs for care partners of a person living with dementia at partner locations across Ontario
Communication Skills Training
Coaching, Advocacy, Respite, Education, Relationship, Simulation (C.A.R.E.R.S)
Additional Links:
Dementia Care Partner Programs https://www.dementiacarers.ca/care-partner-programs/teach/
Alzheimer Society of Canada Caregiver Support https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving
National Institute on Aging https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers/caregiving
Supporting Mental Health and Well Being in Community Residential Care Settings