9:00am-10:00- Brenda Avadian: KEYNOTE: From Crisis to Finding JOY in Caregiving
There’s usually one family member who steps up in a crisis. Whether your Mom, Dad, spouse, or need help, caregiving is the start of an adventurous journey that will leave a memorable mark. Will you survive, thrive, and even find JOY in caregiving? That depends. (Focus: The family caregiver)
10:15am-11:45am- I Need HELP! The Continuum of Care There comes a time along the road of caregiving when we can’t go on. We need to stop and take a deep breath. We need to refuel and ask for directions (help). Fortunately, we have options to help us fulfill our unique
needs. We’ll look at some of the Continuum of Care Options. (Focus: Integrating family caregiving needs with professional resources)
1:45pm-3:30pm- CAREGIVER, You Matter
Interactive afternoon filled with YOUR needs, YOUR issues, and YOUR stories.
A view of Guilt in the rearview mirror.
It’s all about YOU. Exercise: I’m a Caregiver and I Matter
(Focus: The issues raised by family caregivers and professionals will increase mutual understanding of needs and roles