Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a 6-week workshop that gives participants the skills to take care of themselves while caring for their loved ones. It was developed by the Powerful Tools for Caregivers Organization. By taking care of their own health and well-being, participants will become better care-givers.
In the six weekly classes, caregivers develop a wealth of self-care tools to:
- Reduce personal stress
- Change negative self-talk
- Communicate their needs to family members and healthcare or service providers
- Communicate effectively in challenging situations
- Recognize the messages in their emotions and deal with difficult feelings
- Make tough caregiving decisions
What happens in a workshop?
Participants are encouraged to take an active role by setting weekly goals focused on personal self-care and sharing their progress in meeting their goals.
Who should attend the workshop?
Any individuals who are caregivers for adults with chronic health conditions and/or children with special health or behavioural needs. This workshop is available in English.
What does it cost to attend?
FREE to all! Participants will receive a copy of The Caregiver Helpbook resource book.
How long is the workshop?
Participants meet once a week for 1.5 – 2 hours over 6 weeks.
Who leads the workshop?
The workshop is led by two trained peer leaders, who have lived caregiving experience.
Weekly Topics
Week 1: Taking Care of You
Week 2: Identifying and Reducing Personal Stress
Week 3: Communicating Feelings, Needs, and Concerns
Week 4: Communicating in Challenging Situations
Week 5: Learning From Our Emotions
Week 6: Mastering Caregiving Decisions
Currently offered online.