IN FRAME: Care Partner Stories

IN FRAME is a six-session program for caregivers of people living with diagnosed or suspected cognitive impairment. Through a combination of group and individual sessions, participants will create a short personal film exploring “a day in the life” of their caregiving experience.

Using their phones, photographs and past videos, participants will have an opportunity to express their experiences creatively and connect with other caregivers. No previous filmmaking experience is needed. The facilitator will provide support with planning, filming and editing.

Learning Objectives

• Reflect on everyday caregiving experiences, including relationships, emotions and personal identity.
• Explore creative storytelling through images, sound and personal memories.
• Learn simple techniques for capturing meaningful moments using a phone.
• Connect with other caregivers through sharing films and participating in supportive discussion.

Session dates:

Session 1 (Group) – October 30th, 2pm-3:30pm
Session 2 (Individual/In person/Virtual) – November 2nd 10am-11am & 1pm-2pm and November 3rd 10am-11am & 1pm-2pm, November 6th 2pm-4pm (Optional Virtual Group drop-in)
Session 3 (Group) – November 12th 2pm-3:30pm, November 20th 1pm-3pm (Optional Virtual Group drop-in)
Session 4 (Individual) – November 25th 9am-11am, November 26th 9am-11am & 1pm-3pm, November 27th 2pm-4pm
Session 5 (Group) – December 4 2pm-4pm
Session 6 (Group) – December 10th 1pm-2:30pm

Witnessing each other’s stories is an important part of IN FRAME. Session 5 will bring participants together to share their finished films and reflect on what resonates with them. Participants choose which aspects of their lives to include.

Participants are asked to commit to all six sessions and set aside time between sessions to gather material for their films.

A brief screening conversation will help explore whether the program is a good fit and identify any support needs.

Registration is required. Registration closes on October 27th at 11:59pm.