This five-week, online, facilitated course will provide a basic understanding of gambling and problem gambling, including definitions, gambling concepts, understanding addiction, risk factors and harms, cognitive distortions, screening, assessment and relapse prevention. It is intended for addiction and mental health service providers who may be in a position to support someone with issues related to problem […]
This five-week, online, facilitated course provides an overview and introductory knowledge on important topics related to problem technology use with a focus on problem gaming and problem social media use. The course topics will include general overviews, risks, assessments, treatment options, and current issues. It is intended for addiction and mental health service providers who may […]
The primary goal of this expo is to raise awareness and foster collaboration among healthcare service providers, with a special focus on the essential role of community paramedicine within the healthcare system. This event presents an excellent opportunity for community paramedicine providers to showcase success stories, establish channels for increased knowledge exchange, share best practices, […]
Respite care provides an essential break for caregivers to relax, recharge and reconnect to the things they enjoy so they can return to their caregiving role with renewed energy. This one hour webinar will provide a general overview of adult respite care options and answer questions such as: Click HERE for more information and to […]
Pap tests are an essential part of preventative healthcare and not everyone has access to them. Often times, it is because someone doesn’t have a family doctor, feels uncomfortable receiving a pap from one’s regular provider, or maybe it’s because they don’t understand what happens during the procedure. The Prime Care Pap Party hopes to create […]
This ten hour course opens with a self-directed e-learning module (Module 1) that focuses on the information and strategies that participants will discuss and practice throughout the virtual classroom (Modules 2 and 3). Module 2 takes place March 7, 2014 from 9:00am-1:00pm and Module 3 takes place March 8, 2024 from 9:00am-1:00pm. Upon registration, participants […]
On International Women's Day, Grandmother's Voice and HMC Connections presents "Honouring the Matriarch". All people from the 4 directions are invited to celebrate and honour the remarkable women of all cultures. This special evening will be commemorated by traditional attire and favourite regalia. Mocktails and hors d'oeurves will be served. This event will take place […]
Are you or someone you love living with a spinal cord injury? Join us for this 1.5 hour webinar where we will answer your questions and provide an overview of the supports and programs available through SCIO including: Click HERE for more information and to register!
The Regional Learning Centre will host their first Caregiver Appreciation event on April 2nd to inspire and recognize caregivers in the essential care that they provide. Speakers include the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence, Dr. Zachary White, and Margarita Rabinovich. Click HERE for more information and to register!
Join Community Development Halton for a presentation on Issue #6 of the Our Halton Series, focused on older adults. This will be followed by a community conversation on how to use the information and what it means for us collectively. Click here for more information and to register.