Caregiver’s Workshop

About this event

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Overview

AARP & Helping Seniors Caregiver Workshop

“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

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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

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From Helping Seniors