Trusted
A free, evidence-informed caregiver resource developed by Baycrest for caregivers across Canada.
Support the caregiver behind the patient.
C‑CART by Baycrest helps healthcare professionals support the caregiver behind the patient with trusted, personalized resources and practical next steps without adding to your workload.
Why caregiver support belongs in the clinical conversation
Dr. Shnall introduces C‑CART and the role healthcare professionals can play in helping caregivers find support.
A PRACTICAL REFERRAL RESOURCE
Why recommend C‑CART?
Personalized
Helps caregivers identify their needs and find relevant supports.
Easy to share
Useful during appointments, discharge planning, care transitions and follow-up conversations.
Practical
Offers clear information, tools and next steps caregivers can explore on their own time.
A small moment of recognition can open the door to support.
Caregivers are often managing appointments, medications, transportation, meals and day-to-day care while trying to navigate their own needs.
A healthcare interaction can be an important opportunity to recognize that role and connect caregivers with support.
How are you managing?
RECOGNIZE THE MOMENT
When to recommend C‑CART
C‑CART can be useful at many points in a caregiver's journey.
A caregiver seems overwhelmed or unsure where to begin
Someone is taking on a new caregiving role
A patient is preparing for discharge or a transition in care
Care responsibilities are becoming more complex
A caregiver asks what support is available for them
Easy to recommend. Simple to use.
1.
Identify
A caregiver may benefit from additional support or resources.
2.
Share
Recommend C‑CART by Baycrest as a free app they can download and access independently.
3.
Connect
The caregiver completes the assessment in the app and explores personalized recommendations.
The assessment is also available to take online.
Take the assessment online →
CLINICIAN TOOLKIT
Tools to share with caregivers
Ready-to-use materials to introduce C‑CART in conversations, discharge packages and care settings.
C‑CART postcard
A take-one postcard with C-CART details for caregivers.
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C‑CART referral card
A simple business card to give caregivers with a QR code to access C-CART.
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C‑CART Clinic poster
An informational poster for waiting areas, resource boards and care settings.
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C‑CART overview
A one-page overview of C-CART features and benefits with QR code access for caregivers.
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Make support easier to find.
Recommend C‑CART and help caregivers take the next step toward finding resources and support.
