Knowledge portal on caregiving
This knowledge portal provides access to reliable, objective and relevant publications on caregiving to stimulate action, inform decision-making and fuel research. Presented in varying formats, the publications originate from Quebec, Canada and abroad, are intended for all of the Observatory’s target audiences and cover all five dimensions of caregiving. New publications are added continuously. Stay tuned!
To learn more about how we select and share third-party publications, see this document [currently in French only].
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Aging in the community: Factors associated with home adaptations and receipt of informal care, home care, and community support services among older Canadians
This report (16 pages) examines the use of four types of supports and services by Canadians aged 65 and up: home adaptations, informal care, home care, and community support services.
Soutien aux proches-aidants francophones en situation minoritaire dans le contexte nordique : la contribution de la dynamique communautaire partenariale du Nord de l’Ontario au vieillissement à domicile
This report (50 pages) explores the experiences of French-minority caregivers living in Northern Ontario.
Les interventions basées sur les technologies de l’information et de la communication en soutien aux personnes proches aidantes de personnes âgées vivant à domicile
This report (90 pages) documents promising practices using digital technologies that support the organization of services and care for caregivers of older adults living at home.
Les troubles neurocognitifs : un parcours adapté du repérage au traitement
This research brief (21 pages) presents innovative international approaches designed to improve the experience of people living with a neurocognitive disorder and their caregivers.
Immigration and Adult Children’s Care for Elderly Parents: Evidence from Western Europe
This report (41 pages) examines the effects of migration on the level of informal care provided by children to their senior parents in Western Europe.
Portrait des pair·es aidant·es famille
This series of three infographics documents family peer-support practices in Quebec.
Informal and family caregivers from ethnocultural minority groups in Quebec: GBA+ Perspectives
This fact sheet (6 pages) introduces an intersectional approach to caregiving for stakeholders and professionals who work with caregivers.
Caregiving and ethnocultural minority groups in Quebec. Facilitators and barriers to accessing and using services.
This fact sheet (8 pages) aims to raise awareness among stakeholders and professionals who work with caregivers from ethnocultural minority communities (PAGEMA caregivers) about the various factors that influence their access to and use of services in Quebec.
La navigation par les pair·e·s : un modèle d’accompagnement novateur pour mieux soutenir les personnes proches aidantes appartenant à un groupe ethnoculturel minoritaire (PAGEMA)
This report (226 pages) offers a peer-support model for helping caregivers from ethnocultural minorities and English-speaking communities (PAGEMA caregivers) navigate services.
Who Benefits from Paid Family Leave? The Impact on Informal and Formal Care for Middle-Aged and Older Adults with Disabilities
This report (45 pages) analyzes the impact of paid family leave (PFL) policies on informal and formal care for middle-aged and older adults with disabilities in the U.S.
Trends in Innovation: Implementing and Refining Caregiving Training Services in Medicare
This report (34 pages) provides an overview of Medicare’s new reimbursement program for caregiver training services in the United States.
Qu’est-ce qu’une personne proche aidante ? Mieux comprendre pour mieux se reconnaître
This webinar (31 min) and article promote recognition of the role of caregiver among parents who support a dependent child.
