Caring Beyond Capacity

Caring for Those Who Care

Supporting a veteran can be deeply meaningful—but it can also be emotionally, physically, and mentally demanding. Whether you're a spouse, family member, close friend, or another primary caregiver, you deserve support too.

This educational workshop explores caregiver stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue experienced by those supporting Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) veterans, particularly while navigating complex health, mental health, and transition-related challenges.

What You'll Learn

During this workshop, participants will:

• Recognize the signs and impacts of caregiver stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue.

• Better understand how ongoing caregiving can affect personal well-being and relationships.

• Explore practical, evidence-informed strategies to build resilience and maintain healthy boundaries.

• Discover ways to support themselves while continuing to support the veteran in their life.

Connect with Others

Caregiving can feel isolating. This workshop also provides an opportunity to connect with others who understand the caregiving experience, exchange perspectives, and begin building a supportive peer network.

Is This Workshop for Me?

This session is intended for anyone who provides ongoing support to a Canadian Armed Forces veteran, including:

• Spouses and partners

• Family members

• Extended family members

• Close friends

• Primary caregivers

• Peer supporters

Important Information

• Educational workshop — This is an educational learning experience and is not a psycho-educational or psycho-therapeutic workshop.

• Language — Offered in English only.

• Age Requirement — Participants must be 18 years of age or older.

• Registration — Spaces are limited. Register early to avoid disappointment.