About this Event
Welcome to the Living with Liver or Kidney Disease Event!
Date: Thursday, October 30 12-4pm EST
Location: Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre, Thunder Bay ON
Join us for a day filled with informative sessions, interactive workshops, and supportive community discussions. Learn valuable tips and strategies to manage your condition, learn about living organ donation, how to find a living organ donor, advocacy and improve your quality of life. Connect with healthcare professionals, fellow patients, and caregivers to gain insights and resources. Whether you're newly diagnosed or a long-time warrior, this event is designed to empower and inspire you on your journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your understanding and find the support you need. Register now to secure your spot!
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:25 PM
ABCs of Advocacy
Info: Learn about the ABCs of advocacy with Kamika Sylvester, RN
🕑: 12:25 PM - 12:50 PM
Mental Health
Info: Learn coping techniques and mental health wellness techniques with Sasha Kanagarayer, UHN ALD Social Worker
🕑: 12:50 PM - 01:15 PM
Finding a Living Donor
Info: Learn about how to best share your story to find a living organ donor. We are not "asking" for a living donor, we are sharing our story and asking for people to share it!
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:30 PM
Q&A
Info: Ask all of your questions to our panel of presenters.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 04:00 PM
KIDNEY AGENDA
Info: Diabetes, Labs & Kidney 101, Kidney Transplant 101, Indigenous Kidney Health Project, Personal Stories & Community Forum
🕑: 01:30 PM - 04:00 PM
LIVER AGENDA
Info: Living with Liver Disease, Liver Transplant 101
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre, 1 Valhalla Inn Road, Thunder Bay, Canada
CAD 0.00
