The Art of Support: Creative Pathways for Caregiving

Join us for our third Vibrant Visions speaker series event!

The Art of Support: Creative Pathways for Caregiving will be an insightful panel discussion on the caregiving experience, the reality of compassion fatigue, where to go to find support, and the power of creative expression to foster meaning, connection and joy.

Are you caring for an aging parent, a spouse with a health condition, a child with special needs or another person in your life? 

If so, you’re far from alone: one in four Canadians are currently in a caregiving role, and 50% of Canadians will be in a caregiving role at some point in their lives.

Yet despite the prevalence of caregiving in our society, the experience of caregiving can feel isolating — and nearly half of caregivers report feeling tired, worried or anxious because of their responsibilities. 

That’s why the Aboyne Rural Hospice and Elora Centre for the Arts are pleased to present The Art of Support: Creative Pathways for Caregiving.

This insightful discussion — featuring a multidisciplinary panel of experts — will give attendees an opportunity to:

• Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges caregivers face — and how caregiving impacts physical, emotional and mental health
• Explore the critical role caregivers play in our society, and how healthcare providers and communities can better recognize and support their vital work
  
• Learn about caregiver resources, support networks and tools for self-care
• Discover the power of “legacy projects” and other creative and arts-based activities to bring meaning, joy and connection to both caregivers and those they care for
• Connect with others who understand the caregiving journey — share your experiences, find encouragement and be part of a supportive conversation

Featured Panelists

• Amy Coupal, CEO, Ontario Caregiver Organization
• Trevor Finney, Anglican Priest, Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner, and Registered Psychotherapist
• Shelley Lillie, Registered Nurse, BScN, Certified in Hospice Palliative Care Nursing
• Annie Tobias, President and CEO, Proximity Institute (facilitator)

Space is limited — get your tickets asap!

This event is the third and final installment of Vibrant Visions: Bridging Arts, Community & Wellness, a speaker series that highlights the transformative role of community-based and arts-driven approaches to health and wellness. It is presented collaboratively by Aboyne Rural Hospice and the Elora Centre for the Arts.

All proceeds support the new expansion at the Elora Centre for the Arts and contribute to the creation of Aboyne Rural Hospice, which will bring compassionate end-of-life care to our rural community.