LibGuides: Life Stages and Caregivers: Caregivers

Starting Points

Fall Prevention Checklist
WB85-1649 -- Provincial Falls Prevention Program (2024) -- French version: FF85-1657
The Caregiver's Handbook
Information on topics like financial matters, legal issues, and health crisis planning. Also available in French.
Respite and Caregiver Support
This Nova Scotia Health website provides information on caregiver programs, support, and services.
Alzheimer Society of Canada - Help and Support
Tips for how to prepare for the caregiving journey, suggestions for lowering caregiver stress, and suggestions for helping people with Alzheimer's Disease.
Alzheimer's Caregiving - Bathing, Dressing, and Grooming
This site provides tips and discusses how to preserve your loved one's dignity while providing care.
Parkinson Society of Nova Scotia
Find local resources and support groups to help care for loved ones living with Parkinson's.
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
The publications listed on this site have been created to answer questions about cancer treatment in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Hospice Palliative Care Association
Resources for advance care planning, end of life, and grief and bereavement.