Enhancing Care Program
The Enhancing Care Program for Ontario Care Partners helps care partners across Ontario manage the stress and complexities of caring for persons living with dementia. Developed by the Reitman Centre at Sinai Health, this provincial program is funded by Ontario Health Toronto and provided in the Southeast region by Providence Care’s Seniors Mental Health Behavioural Support Services.
Who We Help
This program is for:
- Spouses, adult children, siblings, and friends providing care to someone living with dementia
- Care partners looking to manage stress, improve communication, and plan for the future
- Individuals living across the Southeast Ontario region
What to Expect
Providence Care offers three free group programs, delivered both virtually and in person:
TEACH – Training, Education and Assistance for Caregiving at Home
- A four-week interactive group for care partners
- Weekly 1.5-hour sessions with up to eight participants
- Topics include:
- Self-care
- Navigating the healthcare system
- Coping with relationship changes
- Future planning
- Coaching in communication and coping skills
CARERS – Coaching, Advocacy, Respite, Education, Relationship, Simulation
- An eight-week skills-based group for care partners
- Weekly 2-hour sessions with up to six participants
- Learn:
- Practical communication strategies through simulation
- Problem-solving and stress management techniques
- How to maintain meaningful relationships
Facing Dementia Together
- A one day, problem-solving workshop for care partners of persons living with dementia
- In this small group workshop, you will receive:
- Simple tools to solve daily caregiving problems
- hands-on coaching with experienced group leaders to practice new strategies
- The chance to connect with others who understand your experience
Upcoming Sessions
CARERS
Dates: January 12 – March 2, 2027
Time: 1 -3 p.m.
Location: Virtual
TEACH
Dates: February 2 – 23, 2027
Time: 1-2:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
CARERS
Dates: March 2-23, 2027
Time: 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: City Place 2, Suite 301, 1473 John Counter Boulevard, Kingston, ON
CARERS
Dates: April 6 – May 26, 2028
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Location: 470 Dundas St. E, Belleville Ontario, Crossroads to Care, Providence Care Senior’s Mental Health Behavioural Support Services
CARERS
Dates: May 5 – June 23, 2027
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Location: City Place 2, Suite 301, 1473 John Counter Boulevard, Kingston, ON
Key Benefits
Connect with others who understand the caregiving journey
Gain tools to manage stress and build resilience
Improve communication and relationship skills
Learn practical techniques tailored to your caregiving situation
How to Access the Service
For Patients and Care Partners:
You can complete a self-referral using our form.
For questions about referrals or to confirm eligibility, contact 613-544-4900 ext. 37184 or email carers@providencecare.ca.
For health-care providers
Health care providers can complete the referral form.
For questions about referrals or to confirm eligibility, contact 613-544-4900 ext. 37184 or email carers@providencecare.ca.
Eligibility criteria
Spouses, adult children, siblings, and friends providing care to someone living with dementia.
Program Information
Sessions are offered both in-person across Southeast Ontario or virtually.
Contact Information
Providence Care Hospital
752 King St W, Kingston, ON K7L 4X3

613-544-4900, ext. 37184

Hours of Operation
Our facilities operate 24/7, but building access and available services vary by location and time of day. Some entrances may be locked, and ID badge or intercom access may be required.
Clinic and outpatient service hours also differ. Please contact your specific care area or clinic for details.
Program Secretary
613-544-4900, ext. 37184
Program Manager
613-544-4900, ext. 33225
Regional Director
613-544-4900, ext. 36229
Vice President, Mental Health and Community TeamsÂ
613-544-4900, ext. 51219
