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Caregiver Support Teleconnection Events Aging in the 21st Century: What Caregivers Need to Know Now

Aging in the 21st Century: What Caregivers Need to Know Now

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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.

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.

 

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Date April 20, 2022

Hosted By WellMed Charitable Foundation

Presenter

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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