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| Summer is going fast, but we hope you and your loved ones have had an opportunity to slow down a bit and enjoy some of the great things Manitoba has to offer during this season. Sharing a few interesting articles and updates below that we believe will be of value to our community, including a long-form article about the sandwich generation. Enjoy! |
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| The Roles: Caregiver vs. Care Provider in Manitoba |
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In Manitoba, the terms caregiver and care provider are often used interchangeably—but they’re not the same. Understanding the difference can help you make more informed choices when supporting a loved one or offering care yourself. |
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| The Sandwich Generation 🥪 |
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This article does an excellent job of showing what life is like for Sandwich Generation caregivers. "What the data really shows is that this group of caregivers is uniquely burdened compared to other caregivers, because they’re being pulled in each direction". Caregivers provide the equivalent of 2.8 million full-time care providers every year in Canada. |
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| Improving Income Support for People with Disabilities |
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The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) is a federal benefit for working-age people with disabilities. It aims to address the disproportionate level of poverty experienced by people with disabilities and to improve their financial security. |
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| Celebrating a Milestone in Virtual Care - QDoc |
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Our friends at QDoc are making a significant impact, having delivered over 200,000 virtual visits since 2021. QDoc is helping more people access care when and where they need it through innovation and technology. |
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| Miracle Garden Party: Where Single Acts of Generosity Bloom with Infinite Impact |
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On a radiant evening, beneath a canopy of stars and string lights, hearts are gathered with purpose. Victoria Hospital Foundation’s Miracle in the Market: The 10th Anniversary Miracle Garden Party isn’t just a celebration; it’s a night of compassion. Get tickets as soon as you can because with every bite of local cuisine, every sound of music, every hand raised in support, guests help plant seeds of healing for those who need it most. At 6 p.m. on September 11 at Le Marché St. Norbert Farmers’ Market, this night will remind us that when a community comes together in love, miracles aren’t just possible, they become inevitable. |
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