About this Event
Inaugural Caregiver’s Conference
"Connect. Learn. Recharge."
Thu - 1000am-200pm - 11/1926
Program Host: Kerry Fink (Helping Seniors)
Program Moderator: Jennifer Barton (Seniors Helping Seniors)
Senior Resource Center of Brevard
1344 S Apollo Blvd - 2nd Floor - Melbourne Florida
Program Outline:
1000am - Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others
Theme: Avoiding burnout and preserving your own health.
1100am - Navigating the Caregiving Journey
Theme: Practical tools and strategies for everyday caregiving.
1200pm - Law Firm of Cheryl A. Ward, PL Lunch Break (Lunch is Provided)
100pm - Community Resources and Building Your Caregiver Team
Theme: You don't have to do it alone.
Schedule:
1000am - Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others
Theme: Avoiding burnout and preserving your own health.
Discussion starter: "What's one thing you wish you had more time or support for as a caregiver?"
Discussion points:
Recognizing caregiver stress and burnout
Managing guilt, anxiety, and exhaustion
Building a support network
Finding time for self-care
Asking for and accepting help
1100am - Navigating the Caregiving Journey
Theme: Practical tools and strategies for everyday caregiving.
Discussion starter: "What has been your biggest challenge in coordinating care?"
Discussion points:
Communicating with healthcare providers
Organizing medications, appointments, and records
Planning for changing care needs
Understanding legal and financial considerations
Balancing caregiving with work and family responsibilities
1200pm - Lunch Break
Presented by Cheryl Ward - Law Firm of Cheryl Ward
100pm - Community Resources and Building Your Caregiver Team
Theme: You don't have to do it alone.
Discussion starter: "What resource do you wish existed—or what resource have you discovered that others should know about?"
Discussion points:
Local services available through Helping Seniors and community partners
Adult day care, respite care, transportation, meal programs, support groups
When and how to ask for professional help
Creating a circle of support among family, friends, and organizations
Connecting caregivers with one another
Event venue & nearby stays
Helping Seniors of Brevard County, Inc., 1344 South Apollo Boulevard, Melbourne, United States
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