Richmond Family and Friend Caregiver Hub - Wellness Services for Caregivers

Caregiver Support, Mental Health - Adult & Senior, and Social / Recreational

Provided by Richmond Cares Richmond Gives (RCRG)

Provide various services to improve the health and wellness of caregivers caring for older adults in Richmond.
The Richmond Family & Friend Caregiver Hub features a variety of services designed to promote the health and well-being of caregivers. All services are free of charge, and offered in both English and Chinese.

This service is provided to all unpaid Richmond caregivers caring for an older adult with higher needs.

The following services are offered through the hub:
  • Relax, recharge, reset workshop series: Gives caregivers an opportunity to try a variety of stress reduction activities, such as yoga, mindful meditation, tai chi, and expressive art therapy. Sessions are held throughout Richmond, and include light refreshments.
  • Education and support services: A team member will listen to caregivers concerns and needs and will do their best to help in any way they can. This may involve recommending books or educational resources, or referring individuals to other community services for additional support. They also offer a five-session Education & Support Series, which covers topics like stress management, navigating the health care system, communication, problem-solving, and more.
  • One-on-one coaching: Coaching and emotional support provided by peer caregivers.
  • Online support: The site includes a large and growing selection of articles, educational resources, and videos, making it easy to find information on dozens topics related to caregiving, often with a local focus. In addition, the site features an online forum, where caregivers can interact with fellow caregivers in a friendly, safe, supportive environment.

604-279-7020

Public email: caregivernavigator@rcrg.org

Website: https://www.rcrg.org/

#190, 7000 Minoru Boulevard, Richmond, British Columbia

Service is available in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.

Cost: No cost

Referral options:

  • Self-referral
  • Ministry of Children & Family Development referral
Associated Programs/Services

Also offered by Richmond Cares Richmond Gives (RCRG):

Availability

Service area: Richmond

Service Types Provided
Caregiver Support
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Social / Recreational
Ways to Access
  • Provided 1:1 in-person
  • Provided by phone
  • Provided in a group in-person
  • Provided online: email / video / on-line

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