ABOUT US CARP Nova Scotia is excited to partner with Infinitus Academy and Digital Nova Scotia to bring the Tech Shy to Tech Savvy program to our members! Register today for these free programs designed to build skills and increase confidence online. The interactive virtual sessions will teach participants practical, effective, and safe online skills …
Dear C.A.R.P. NS Members, Colleagues & Friends On June 17th C.A.R.P. Nova Scotia launched its Home Care Position Paper in partnership with the MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance. An expert panel discussed the challenges and opportunities for ‘Working Together to Bring Home Care Home’. It is now time to turn our Position Paper into …
THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021 at 1pm ADT C.A.R.P. Nova Scotia (NS) Chapter and the MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance have partnered to host a discussion on priority actions identified by C.A.R.P. NS to transform Home Care in the province and across the country. Please join us on Thursday June 17th at 1 pm …
You are invited to attend the C.A.R.P. NS Environment Committee Webinar on the importance of Green Network plan for our city and the problems with urban sprawl. Why Urban Greenspaces in Our Community Wednesday June 2nd, 3:30 – 4:30 on Zoom To Register: CLICK HERE Green space in cities provides a whole host of benefits, …
Read the Continuing Care Position Paper: Working Together to Bring Home Care Home! — Closing the Gaps in Nova Scotia Home Care Prepared by C.A.R.P. Nova Scotia Chapter, Health Advocacy Committee (HAC) Beverley Lawson (HAC Chair) • Ron Swan (Chapter Chair) • Sandra Bauld • Donalda MacIsaac • Anne Gillies • Valerie White • Rosanne …
C.A.R.P. Webinar video: Build strength & balance today; safeguard yourself against falls tomorrow: For a recording of this webinar: CLICK HERE The bad news: 1 in 3 adults over the age of 65 will fall this year. Over half of those falls will result in injuries that threaten the person’s mobility and independence. The good …
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To watch the recording: CLICK HERE Watch the webinar of the C.A.R.P Panel including Black Community; LBGTQ+, Accessibility Title: INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY – What does it mean to you? Hosted by Ron Swan, Chair, C.A.R.P. Nova Scotia Chapter Our Panel is represented by Cecil Wright, a member and leader in the Nova Scotia Black Community; …
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