Helping caregivers self-identify: strategies for professionals and practitioners

This infographic is based on the report “Caregiver Recognition and Self-Recognition: Challenges and Practices” (2023) by the Quebec Observatory on Caregiving.

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Quebec Observatory on Caregiving

Year: 2024

Languages: English, French

Format: Infographic

Dimension(s) of caregiving:

Analysis of caregiving support

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To find community resources offering caregiving information and support near you, consult l’Appui’s Resource Directory or Proche aidance Québec's list of member organizations (in French only).

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This infographic is based on the report “Caregiver Recognition and Self-Recognition: Challenges and Practices” (2023) by the Quebec Observatory on Caregiving. It is intended for practitioners and professionals who meet caregivers in the course of their work.

The infographic begins by outlining the benefits of self-recognition for caregivers. It suggests strategies that can be put in place to support them in this process. To help practitioners and professionals better identify and support them in their role, the infographic highlights certain groups of caregivers who are less likely to recognize themselves as such. Finally, it provides a list of links to useful publications and resources.

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