On Saturday, August 22^nd, CHATS Caregiver clients came together for connection, creativity and a well-deserved break from caregiving! Our Summer Social featured light refreshments and 6 signature mocktails created by the Caregiver Support & Education Team. While enjoying summery drinks, caregivers got to engage in garden rock painting and friendly banter. Social connection is an integral component of Caregiver Self-Care. Simple opportunities to be social can mean the difference between whether someone suffers from burnout or not.

Are you an unpaid caregiver helping to look after an older adult in York Region or South Simcoe County? Could you use some support? The CHATS Caregiver Support and Education Program offers one-on-one counselling, support group and learning opportunities, help with healthcare system navigation and finding local community services that can support your caregiving. Reach out to us at caregiverteam@chats.on.ca or by calling 905-713-6596.