Peer Support for Caregivers

Type Of Service

Peer/Self-Help - Mental Health

Program Description

Peer Support for Caregivers includes:

1:1 Peer Mentor Program
Registered caregiver participants connect by phone or online/virtual discussion with an assigned peer mentor, the mentors share their experience and knowledge to provide support.

Online Support Groups
Supportive virtual environment to share challenges, successes, and concerns you may have within your caregiving role. Discussion will be driven by caregivers to discuss issues of highest importance to them. Offered at a variety of times each week.

Young Caregivers Connect
Website to help young caregivers aged 15-25. Designed in collaboration with young caregivers and offers information and a way to connect through an online forum addressing unique needs.

Access Information

Caregivers may register for programs and groups online.
Those needing assistance with registration may call.

Referral Application

http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OCOsupportgroupregistration

Additional Information

• Restricted To: Caregivers
• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: 15 and up
• Catchment: Ontario
• Fully Accessible
• Languages: English, French, Interpretation Services
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Confidential

Program Website

Website

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Address

Confidential

Operated By

Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO), The

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Hours

On Site / Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Toll Free: 1-833-416-2273