Taking Charge of Your Health Webinar Series
Why It Matters…
Healthcare can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate alone. This webinar series offers practical conversations to help people better understand their options, ask questions with confidence, and feel more connected and informed in their healthcare journey.
Webinar #1:
Healthcare Advocacy 101- Understanding the Heatlhcare System
Learn how Ontario’s healthcare system is changing, what those changes can mean for you, and why understanding the system is an important first step in advocating for yourself or someone you care about. Watch the webinar recording.
Webinar #1 Resources
Acronym Game
Test your knowledge of some of the healthcare acronyms discussed during the webinar.
Definitions of the Acronyms
A handy reference explaining the organizations and acronyms included in the activity.
Webinar #2:
Becoming an Engaged Partner in Your Care
Your healthcare. Your questions. Your voice.
Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Carebridge Community Support – Stan Mills Lounge
Community viewing of the recorded October 15 webinar
Contact Violet Bova at vbova@carebridge.ca or 613-256-1031 ext. 216.
Learn how to take an active role in your healthcare journey by building confidence, asking questions, and communicating effectively with healthcare providers. This session explores practical ways to prepare for appointments, understand your care options, and work collaboratively to support better health outcomes.
Watch the webinar recording.
Webinar #2 Resources
Webinar #3:
Navigating the Healthcare System
Thursday, November 19, 2026 @ 2:30 PM
The healthcare system can sometimes feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate. This session will help participants better understand available services, where to go for support, and how to access community and healthcare resources with greater confidence and clarity.
Join from home or join us in person!
OPTION 1: JOIN A COMMUNITY VIEWING LOCATION:
Almonte & Pakenham Libraries
Register through the Programs & Events Calendar at missmillslibrary.com.
Carebridge Community Support – Stan Mills Lounge
Contact Violet Bova at vbova@carebridge.ca or 613-256-1031 ext. 216.
OPTION 2: JOIN ONLINE FROM HOME:
Register to participate in the live webinar from home.
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