Stress-Busting Program

Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnership with caregivers, but there is limited formal training and support on how to engage caregivers in care planning. This series will explore the role of caregivers and their experiences in supporting the health of loved ones. We will examine issues including difficult behaviors, elder abuse and advocacy, diversity and cultural competence and we’ll identify resources to support healthcare workers along the way. Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Join us on Thursday, September 30th at 10:00 am CT to discuss Difficult Situations & Elder Abuse:
--How to support caregivers in dealing with difficult behaviors from their loved ones
--What does elder abuse look like when caregiving- when it comes from the caregiver, from the care receiver, what are the risk factors and why?
--Advocacy issues

To register: https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/engaging-caregivers-a-program-for-healthcare-workers-2/

October 7th at 10:00 am CT: Diversity & Caregiving
--How to support caregivers from different cultures
--Gender and sexuality
--Cultural competence in long term care planning, and in long term care setting

To register: https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/engaging-caregivers-a-program-for-healthcare-workers-3/

Please join us for this year's Virtual Caregiver Summit on November 4th. We have two wonderful speakers, and will have additional activities during our time together. We hope you can join us! To register: https://event.on24.com/.../B1812E993F6603581F63D1D970E0A682

The Caregiver SOS program through the WellMed Charitable Foundation would like to recognize all persons living with Alzheimer's and related dementia's and their caregivers who provide the daily support. We see you!
www.caregiversos.org

A shareable — I truly believe that some people are willing to help friends who’ve been touched by dementia but just don’t know how. This list will help.

By participating in a Caregiver Teleconnection session, you will:

1. Learn valuable tips from an expert in the field of caregiving
2. Have the opportunity to ask questions
3. Hear from other caregivers who may be on a similar journey
4. Be able to share your own ideas and experiences

To see what sessions are coming up and to register: www.caregiverteleconnection.org

Did you know that if there is an online session you are interested in, but do not want to log in to hear the speaker, that you can just call in instead? Just register as you normally would, and you will be given a link and phone number. All you have to do is dial the number and you will be able to participate!

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 1-866-390-6491

Please join us tomorrow, Wednesday, August 25th at 10:00 am CT for our last session in the Aging in America series. Dr. Elliot Sklar and Lucy Barylak will be discussing family dynamics and when it is time to think about placement in a long term care facility for your loved one.

To register:

Aging in America Will Never be the Same: Family dynamics: When is it absolutely necessary for a caregiver to place their loved one? - WellMed Charitable Foundation In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-ter...

Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnership with caregivers, but there is limited formal training and support on how to engage caregivers in care planning. This series will explore the role of caregivers and their experiences in supporting the health of loved ones. We will examine issues including difficult behaviors, elder abuse and advocacy, diversity and cultural competence and we’ll identify resources to support healthcare workers along the way. Certificate of attendance provided upon request.
Join us, starting on September 23rd (the first session in a series of 3) to discuss: Defining Caregivers & Recognizing Their Experiences
--What research tells us about caregiver experience, challenges, and well-being
--Are caregivers a resource, partner, or client?
--Self-care for caregivers and professional caregivers
To register: www.caregiverteleconnection.org

Please join us Wednesday, August 18th at 10:00 am CT for our third session in the series: Aging in America What do caregivers and seniors need to look for in a long-term care facility?

Dr. Elliot Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW will discuss what questions you should be asking and what you need to consider when making the decision of choosing a facility.

To register:

Aging in America Will Never be the Same: What do caregivers and seniors need to look for in a long-term care facility? - WellMed Charitable Foundation In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-ter...

Please join us on Wednesday, August 10th at 10:00 am CT for our next session in our Aging in America Will Never be the Same series. Dr. Elliot Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW will discuss what do seniors and caregivers need to consider to age-in-place?

Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point. COVID-19 has made many people re-think those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. This session will explore the pros and cons of all of the options. They will discuss problems and solutions and identify resources that support all of these options for healthy aging.

What resources are required? Is your home for feasible to aging-in-place? What modifications might be required?

To register:

Aging in America Will Never be the Same: What do seniors and caregivers need to consider to age-in-place? - WellMed Charitable Foundation In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-ter...

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens.

Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point. COVID-19 has made many people re-think those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. Our sessions will explore the pros and cons of all of the options. We will discuss problems and solutions and identify resources that support all of these options for healthy aging.

Please join Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot Sklar this coming Wednesday, August 4th at 10:00 am CT for the first of a four part Aging in America series. To register: www.caregiverteleconnection.org

Please join us for the August Caregiver Teleconnection sessions. By participating you will:

--Learn key information about topics important to family caregivers
--Get concrete and practical tips on how to manage all that you do
--Gain emotional validation and feelings of solidarity by hearing from other caregivers
--Learn about valuable resources
--An opportunity to share your experiences with others

You can do this all from the comfort of your own home by calling or logging in. To register for upcoming sessions: www.caregiverteleconnection.org

ZOOM - The Saving Power of a Caregiving Journal (and other ways to self-reflect) - WellMed Charitable Foundation When all family caregivers think about are the tasks they have to do next, then they are more likely to feel overwhelmed and lose their sense of themselves. It is important for caregivers to reflect on what they are going through to stand apart from their long lists of chores. In this Teleconnection...