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Caregiver Teleconnection sessions are one hour learning sessions that can be done via Zoom or over the phone for caregivers of older persons. Experts from around the country share information important to caregiving. Caregivers will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as hear from other caregivers.
Our sessions are geared for the family members taking care of a loved one over the age of 60. Professionals are also welcome to participate as well.
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink 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 these options and will offer tips and resources that support healthy aging for all in a post-pandemic world.
October 5 How has COVID-19 changed our view on long-term care facilities? What led to the increased mortality of seniors in long-term care facilities? What are the lessons learned?
October 12 What do caregivers and seniors need to consider to age-in-place? What resources are required? How to evaluate your home for the feasibility of aging-in-place? What modifications will be required?
October 19 What do caregivers and seniors need to look for in a long-term care facility? What questions should you be asking? What do you need to consider? We’ll also discuss the ongoing staffing shortage in long term care.
October 26 Family dynamics: When is it absolutely necessary for a caregiver to place their loved one? What should seniors consider and explore before deciding to live with relatives? What should relatives know?
Date October 12, 2022
Hosted By WellMed Charitable Foundation
Tags Aging, Barylak, caregiver, caregivers, caregiving, elderly, Elliot, Health and Wellness, Lucy, seniors, Sklar
Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW
Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar is a public health professional with vast experience in managing health programs and initiatives. With over a decade of practice in supporting the health of the public through academic work, research and service to communities across the Americas, Dr. Sklar shares his passion and expertise in support of diverse caregivers and the complex issues they face.
Lucy Barylak, MSW, is a Social Gerontology Consultant with West-Central Montreal Health in Montreal, Canada. Lucy is a renowned expert in caregiving having won the Queen’s Jubilee Award twice, presented by the Canadian Homecare Association. She has also been a family caregiver for her mother for many years.
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