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| Did the holiday season sneak up on anyone else this year? For anyone who is scrambling to get in the spirit, or for those who have been humming carols for weeks now, enjoy the time to slow down and be with family if you can. Holidays can be challenging for care givers and care providers - if that's how you are feeling, hopefully you find a resource or two below that can help. |
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| Home for the Holidays? Here’s How to Support an Aging Parent with Care and Compassion |
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The holidays are a time for family, but for many adult children, visiting an aging parent can bring unexpected concerns. Maybe Mom seems more frail than last year, or Dad’s home feels less organized. These changes can signal that your parent may need extra support. |
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| Find Peace Amid Holiday Chaos: Caregiver Stress Relief |
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The holiday season can be joyful, but for caregivers, it often brings added pressure and exhaustion. Balancing festive expectations with caregiving responsibilities can lead to stress and burnout. This year, make your well-being a priority—because caring for yourself is the first step to caring for others. |
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| Busting Common Caregiving Myths |
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Caregiving is often surrounded by misconceptions that can add unnecessary stress and guilt. Myths like “good caregivers never need help” or “self-care is selfish” can prevent caregivers from seeking the support they deserve. |
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| Petro-Canada Change Makers Foundation has introduced a new campaign, The Serious Side of Care, highlighting the realities of caregiving in Canada. While pop culture portrays caregiving as lighthearted, for many it involves emotional strain, guilt, and isolation. This campaign aims to bring those challenges into focus and start an important conversation. |
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| Driving Independence: The Impact of Assistive Technology |
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After a rare cancer diagnosis left Jordan Sobey using a wheelchair, transportation became a major barrier to daily life. Living in rural Manitoba, he relied on others for appointments and errands—until Manitoba Possible’s Assistive Technology program stepped in. |
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| Read more from our Blog |
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| www.CarePossible.ca 1857 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2R 0B3 (204) 975-3080 |
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