I like the idea of looking after myself while caring for my wife. The reality? How?

The following resources will provide additional helpful information on the following topics.

Modules

Caregiver module series: Module 3 – Preparing for caregiving at home, Chapter 2: It takes a village: Family and friends and Chapter 3: Getting organized and Chapter 4: Financial assistance.

Articles

Caring for yourself

Communicating with the patient

Sleep and caregivers

Resource Guide for Supporting Caregivers at home

Links

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Caregiving Associations Across Canada

Alberta: Caregivers Alberta

British Columbia: Family Caregivers of BC 

Nova Scotia: Caregivers Nova Scotia 

Ontario:

Ontario Caregivers Organization

Young Caregivers Association

Quebec: L’Appui pour les proches aidants

French

English

Saskatchewan: Caregiver Information and Support Centre

*Additionally, the following provinces and territories offer resources and guides.

Manitoba: Information and Reference Guide

New Brunswick: Caregivers’ Guide

English

French

Newfoundland and Labrador: Information for Seniors, Families, and Caregivers

Northwest Territories: The NWT Caregivers Guide

Nunavut:  Home and Continuing Care

Yukon Territory: Caregiver’s Support Group

Prince Edward Island: Caring for Aging Parents 

Government Programs

Federal programs

Compassionate Care Benefits

Income tax credits

Veterans Affairs of Canada (VAC) Programs

Provincial/Territorial Programs

National Programs and Services and Disease Based Organizations

Canada Food Guide