Connecting Through Care: Belonging & Community in Action (KINGSTON)

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT.
In partnership with Family Council Network of Kingston and Area, Family Councils Ontario (FCO) invites you to a day of learning, connection, and meaningful dialogue. Hosted at Trillium Care Community (790 Edgar St – Court Building) in celebration of Family Council Week 2026, this special event will bring together the FCO team and sector experts. Together, we will explore practical ways to strengthen the long-term care sector while fostering a deeper sense of belonging for residents, families, and care partners—creating space for shared insights, collaboration, and forward-thinking conversations.

What to Expect:

• Practical insights on person-centred, inclusive care
• Real-world culture change experiences—challenges and successes
• Collaborative strategies to turn research into action
• Tools to build and sustain strong family councils

Program Highlights:

• Feature session "Building Capacity to Support Person-Centred Care and Culture Change in LTC" – Ontario CLRI
• Caregiver Research Experience Findings – Family Councils Ontario
• Interactive wellness session inspired by the Heart Beats Club, led by Kylie Vanderform
• Interactive roundtable discussion

We hope you’ll join us for this engaging and impactful day! Community Booths & Networking. A community booth exhibition will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., including lunch and networking from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.