Managing Guilt and the need for Self-Care
Caregivers should be aware of feelings of guilt, as they can affect both their well-being and the quality of care they provide. Join Dear Lucy for an honest conversation about the guilt many caregivers experience, practical tips for coping, and why prioritizing self-care is essential.
Date January 8, 2026
Hosted By WellMed Charitable Foundation
Lucy Barylak, MSW
Lucy Barylak received her master’s degree in social work from McGill University and has dedicated her career to supporting caregivers. Lucy was the founder and long-standing manager of the caregiver support centre, a multiservice respite program for family caregivers. In 2003 and 2012, she received the Queen’s Jubilee Award, presented by the Canadian Homecare Association awarded on the basis on her dedication in developing a national coalition to support the issues and challenges facing informal caregivers. She has published numerous articles and has presented at major conferences on her research findings. Lucy is also a liaison supervisor at the School of Social Work at McGill University.