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This section highlights the latest news, publications and activities of the Observatory and more.
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Latest news
Newsletter – 4th edition, November 2023
The latest edition of the Observatory newsletter celebrates the vital contribution of caregivers, to mark National Caregivers Week in Quebec (November 5 to 11)
2022-2023 Activity Report: The Observatory Sheds Light on the Previous Year’s Achievements
The Observatory’s latest activity report covers the full range of its projects, achievements and collaborations from April 2022 to March 2023, allowing it to continue raising awareness and fostering recognition of caregiving.
National Caregivers Week 2023’s Schedule
Many of our collaborators have organized activities to honour caregivers and raise awareness of their many different realities.
Webinar: Promoting the Recognition of Caregivers: A Review of Practices in Quebec, Canada, and Abroad
On October 25th, the Observatory will present its webinar “Promoting the Recognition of Informal Caregivers: A Review of Practices in Quebec, Canada, and Abroad” produced jointly with the Communité de pratique en proche aidance.
Regular Updates on Caregiving
The Observatory now has two social media platforms: a Facebook and a LinkedIn page.
Call for Participation
As part of a major project in which the Observatory is involved, the Institut national d’excellence en santé et en services sociaux (INESSS) is looking for caregivers to participate in the follow-up committee for the “Approches d’évaluation et indicateurs permettant d’évaluer l’atteinte des buts visés par la Politique nationale pour les personnes proches aidantes” project.
2020-2022 Activity Report: First Review of the Observatory’s Activities
In its very first activity report, the Observatory outlines the projects and achievements that have marked its first two years of existence.
Webinar “Les enjeux des proches aidants de personnes atteintes de cancer : Répondre à leurs besoins avec des interventions d’autogestion” Is Now Available for Replay
The webinar (in French) “Les enjeux des proches aidants de personnes atteintes de cancer : Répondre à leurs besoins avec des interventions d’autogestion” presented by Sylvie Lambert is now available for replay.
Now available in English: Financial Support for Caregivers Fact Sheet
This fact sheet aims to inform decision-makers and those who work with caregivers and care receivers about the kinds of caregiver support available.
Newsletter No. 3, June 2023
The latest issue of the Quebec Observatory on Caregiving newsletter is now available online!
New Release: Les personnes proches aidantes et le soutien apporté, une analyse statistique différenciée selon l’âge et le sexe
The statistical report “Qui sont les personnes proches aidantes au Québec et quel type de soutien apportent-elles ?” helps to better understand the diverse realities of caregiving in Quebec, as well as certain challenges.
Now available in English: What is a caregiver? Would you know one to see one?
The interactive infographic highlights issues and realities concerning caregivers and care receivers, the nature of the support provided, and the potential repercussions of caregiving.
