Making a difference together
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| February - a short but packed month. This month, Care Possible was delighted to be included as part of MB Tech Week, hosting an event on Aging Well. Read more about it and find some other great community events in this months issue, along with a few articles that talk about caregiving and a link to a number of free educational resources from Cyber Seniors. We hope you enjoy! |
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| Aging Well & Supporting Families & Communities |
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Care Possible recently took part in MB Tech Week to share how technology can support healthy aging and make care more accessible for families and communities. Our session explored how technology like Care Possible can simplify caregiving while keeping people at the centre of care. |
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| What role do caregivers play in the health system? |
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More than eight million Canadians offer unpaid care that would cost the system billions if replaced with paid services, yet many caregivers face stress, burnout and financial strain in the process. Understanding and supporting the people who keep our health system functioning is key to better outcomes for families and communities across the country. |
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| Building Digital Confidence at Every Age |
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Cyber Seniors and AT&T Connected Learning are helping older adults, seniors, and young people build the skills and confidence they need to use technology safely and responsibly. Through free, easy-to-access resources, the program supports digital literacy and empowers individuals to stay connected, informed, and secure online. |
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| Employee Demand for Caregiving Benefits Is Growing |
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A recent article from Benefits Canada highlights the growing demand for caregiving benefits as Canada’s population ages. More employees are seeking flexible work, paid leave, and employer support to balance work and family caregiving responsibilities. |
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| Unpaid Dementia Caregivers: More Time, Greater Strain |
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Data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information shows that unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia provide more hours of care and report significantly higher levels of distress, highlighting the urgent need for stronger supports. |
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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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