CARERS

Type Of Service

Family Support - Mental Health

Program Description

CARERS is a skills-based group for care partners of a person living with dementia, that:
- focuses on practical skills and emotional supports needed to care for people living with dementia.
- teaches problem solving techniques, a structured approach to address problems.
- coaches care partners in communication skills through the use of simulation.
- provides strategies for keeping a meaningful relationship with the person living with dementia.

Access Information

Self referrals are welcome. Call to register.
Professionals can also refer by mailing or faxing the referral form found on the website.

Referral Application

http://www.gpcso.org/en/our-services/resources/CARER/CARERS-Referral-Form---fillable2024.pdf

Additional Information

• Restricted To: Families, Caregivers
• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: 18 and up
• Catchment: Ontario Health Regions: East (Champlain)
• Not Accessible
• Languages: English, French
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Geriatric Psychiatry Community Services of Ottawa

Program Website

Website

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Address

75 Bruyère Street

Ottawa

Operated By

Geriatric Psychiatry Community Services of Ottawa

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Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 1-613-562-9777 ext. 5237