Understanding Legal Information for Caregivers

Legal terminology can be confusing, but it is essential for caregivers to navigate the healthcare system. OCO is pleased to welcome Kate Dewhirst, who will explain key legal information that caregivers should know.
Join the webinar to learn more about:
• Important legal terms (such as Power of Attorney, consent, capacity, privacy, and substitute decision-makers) and the scenarios in which you might encounter them, along with how they apply to your caregiving role.
• How to effectively explain legal situations to your care recipient, ensuring that information is communicated clearly.
• Practical tips and takeaways to enhance your understanding.
Our speaker: Kate Dewhirst is both a lawyer and an educator. For 25 years, she has provided legal advice to healthcare organizations and taught at universities, as well as through her own training company, focusing on health law topics. Her mission is to make the law accessible and engaging. Kate enjoys simplifying complex issues and making learning enjoyable, so that people feel more confident in their understanding.

For more information or support
with registration, contact
info@ontariocaregiver.ca or
call 1-888-877-1626 X 1011
This presentation is only
available in English.
This webinar will be recorded. Registered participants will receive a link to the recording in a post-webinar email from Eventbrite.
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