North Simcoe Muskoka Self Management Program
Site: Wasaga Beach
Service: Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Record #:
CWD0632
Last Modified:
05 Sep 2024
Last Full Update:
27 Jun 2024
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 705-422-0900 ext 108 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-833-474-2242 ext 108 |
| dsm@sgbchc.ca | |
| Website | www.nsmselfmanagement.ca/courses/powerful-tools-for-caregivers |
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSMSelfManagementPrograms |
| Primary Contact | Christa Heigenhauser, Program Coordinator; Phone: 705-422-0900 ext 108 |
Addresses and Location
| Located In Community | Wasaga Beach |
| Address | Ramblewood Medical Centre 14 Ramblewood Dr, Unit 202 Wasaga Beach, ON Canada L9Z 0C4 |
| Mailing Address | Ramblewood Medical Centre 14 Ramblewood Dr, Unit 202 Wasaga Beach, ON Canada L9Z 0C4 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Description
| Description (Service) | Supports caregivers in taking care of themselves while caring for someone else. This free 6-week workshop series is an evidence-based self care education program for caregivers to build the skills they need to take better care of themselves while they provide care for others. Participants will leave the workshop with tools to communicate in difficult situations, make tough decisions, problem solve, reduce stress, manage a range of emotions and much more. All participants will receive a copy of The Caregiver Help book. This peer-led group meets for 1.5 hours each week. |
Service Details
| Hours | Mon-Thu 9 am-4:30 pm, Fri 9 am-1 pm |
| Areas Served | Barrie ; Christian Island ; Collingwood ; Midland ; Muskoka District ; Orillia ; Penetanguishene ; Ramara ; Wasaga Beach ; Christian Island |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Adults of all ages caring for a family member, friend, child who is living with a chronic illness. |
| Application | Contact main office, email or visit website to register. |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | All programs are funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. |
Administration
| Alternate Name | Chronic Pain & Chronic Conditions Education ; Patient Self Management ; Self-Management |