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SUMMARY:ZOOM - Caregiver Stress and Grief and Compassion Fatigue
DESCRIPTION:This session will give caregivers the tools needed to assess their stress and health levels and what to expect during the course of the disease. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare** \n  \nhttps://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Stress-and-Grief-and-Compassion-Fatigue-July-20.mp4
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/zoom-caregiver-stress-and-grief-and-compassion-fatigue/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210727T110000
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SUMMARY:ZOOM - The Saving Power of a Caregiving Journal (and other ways to self-reflect)
DESCRIPTION: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 Teleconnections with a psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers\, we’ll talk about using a caregiver journal to learn from the caregiving experience\, make positive meanings\, and learn to cope better. ***Sponsored by Arden Courts Memory Care*** \nhttps://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/The-Saving-Power-of-a-Caregiving-Journal-July-27.mp4
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/zoom-the-saving-power-of-a-caregiving-journal-and-other-ways-to-self-reflect/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20220317T210323Z
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SUMMARY:Online - Guiding Principles to Remain Positive During Caregiving
DESCRIPTION:Family caregivers often benefit from developing guiding principles to help them remain positive even when mired in day-to-day caregiving details. In this interactive workshop with Barry J. Jacobs\, Psy.D.\, a psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers\, we’ll discuss 5 possible principles\, including reflecting on the many good things caregivers do\, being grateful for what they’re learning\, and aiming for daily joy. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/online-guiding-principles-to-remain-positive-during-caregiving/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
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SUMMARY:Oh\, My Aging Parents! Anxiety and Unhealthy Thinking Patterns
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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. \nDid you know that anxiety is the number one mental health diagnosis for adults in the USA? Caring for your aging loved one can lead to anxious feelings and thoughts. When we become anxious\, we often incorporate cognitive distortions that are unhealthy thinking patterns. Join Dr. Oliver as she uncovers these negative thinking patterns and discusses strategies to overcome them. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/oh-my-aging-parents-anxiety-and-unhealthy-thinking-patterns/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T140000
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SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence Institute: Caregiving through the Lens of Self Awareness
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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. \nMost of us go through life running on autopilot. We make it through the day – and we don’t wonder why our day went the way it did. We don’t examine how we felt or the actions we took. We don’t practice self-awareness. \nSelf-awareness is the cornerstone of emotional intelligence. It allows you to improve every area of your life by taking responsibility for your emotions\, thoughts and actions. It can increase confidence\, creativity and decision-making skills. It can improve your relationships and your career. \nBut what is self-awareness really? It isn’t a personality trait or a magical spell. It’s something you can develop with the right tools and a powerful desire. \nJoin Dr. Jamie as he dispels self-awareness and helps you open up to your full potential and provide a fresh perspective of how you see your life and those you care for. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/emotional-intelligence-institute-caregiving-through-the-lens-of-self-awareness/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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SUMMARY:Help\, I am a “people-pleaser” and it’s killing me!
DESCRIPTION:How many times have you said yes to a request when deep down you either did not have time to do it or did not want to do it? How many times have you put others’ needs before your own? Successful caregiving involves balancing your loved one’s needs and other family members’ needs with your own needs.  Join Dr. Oliver as she shares strategies on how to learn to say “no” and how you can become a recovered “people-pleaser.” \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/help-i-am-a-people-pleaser-and-its-killing-me/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20240312T132350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T200820Z
UID:10000696-1713441600-1713445200@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Trauma and Self-Esteem
DESCRIPTION:How can trauma affect our self-esteem? What are signs of a healthy self-esteem and how can you increase yours? Join Dr. Natalee Oliver as we learn how trauma impacts self-esteem as well as practical strategies on how to improve it. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/trauma-and-self-esteem/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T120000
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SUMMARY:Are You a “Control Freak” Caregiver?
DESCRIPTION:No one likes to be called a “control freak.” Yet some caregivers are accused of that by family members who feel marginalized in caregiving activities. In this interactive discussion with psychologist\, author\, and healthcare consultant Barry J. Jacobs\, Psy.D.\, we’ll discuss differences between responsible caregivers and control freak caregivers who believe only they know the right way to care for a care receiver and make it harder for other family members to participate. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/are-you-a-control-freak-caregiver/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20240312T134316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T173529Z
UID:10000700-1714471200-1714474800@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Unique Tips for Family Caregivers That Will Amaze You
DESCRIPTION:Using examples from her book\, Toolkit for Caregivers\, Deidre Edwards\, RN\, will be revealing some amazing caregiver hacks she used when taking care of her husband who was confined to bed and under hospice care for two years. She will be proving down-in-thetrenches\, practical hands-on tips that will instantly empower listeners with confidence-boosting ideas to transform their caregiving experiences. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/unique-tips-for-family-caregivers-that-will-amaze-you/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20240416T193330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T183136Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Caregiver Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers deal with stress every day. Research shows that mindfulness\, the practice of accepting what is without judgment can lower psychological stress. In this class\, you will create a mindful practice that will help you let go\, make heartfelt connections and easily reduce acquired stress. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/mindfulness-for-caregiver-stress-reduction/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20240521T190231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T124338Z
UID:10000715-1717592400-1717596000@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Caregiving is Not A Cookie Cut Process: Difficult Situations\, High Conflict Relationships and Its Impact on You as a Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes our lives our already overwhelming and when the role of becoming a caregiver enters the picture often unexpectedly the additional responsibilities around difficult decision making and High Conflict Situations throw a wrench into previously established routines and we become “out of control.” An out of control person in a relationship is in fight\, flight and fear mode and often develops toxic compensatory behavior that drives high conflict situations. That is true for ourselves as caregivers and often the loved one we care for. Sometimes\, caregiving relationships devolve into “Power and Control” by one person or the other. When any relationship becomes imbalanced\, one or both people can feel like they are losing control. The result can be anger or resentment. In this TYOF Caregiving series\, we will talk about toxic caregiving habits that negatively affect caregiver and care receiver relationships from a shared perspective. \nThis workshop will discuss growing healthy relationships\, understanding how to navigate more difficult caregiving situations and even deal with what might be toxic relationships and clinically lay out for the listener plans of actions to prevent such a situation or navigate the difficult situation more effectively. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/caregiving-is-not-a-cookie-cut-process-difficult-situations-high-conflict-relationships-and-its-impact-on-you-as-a-caregiver/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T110000
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CREATED:20240819T154248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T153338Z
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SUMMARY:Dear Lucy: Guilt and self-care
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving comes with a complex set of emotions and one big one is guilt. Guilt occurs frequently because caregivers’ expectations are often unrealistic. The session will explore what is guilt\, its causes as well as how to cope better with guilt and the importance of self-care. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/dear-lucy-guilt-and-self-care/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T140000
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CREATED:20240819T155518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T194926Z
UID:10000736-1726750800-1726754400@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Stress: What It Is and What You Can Do About It
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver stress is a frequent and real outcome of devoting yourself to ongoing care for your loved one. In this presentation\, we will examine the nature of caregiver stress\, explore how stress leads to burnout\, and review strategies for stress reduction that will produce improved well-being for caregivers. Knowledge gained from the presentation will help caregivers recognize the impact of stress in their personal situations and learn how to cope more effectively. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/caregiver-stress-what-it-is-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20250320T193306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T190718Z
UID:10000778-1745319600-1745323200@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Solutions for Reducing Caregiver Stress
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers deal with stress every day. Research shows that mindfulness\, the practice of accepting what is without judgment can lower psychological stress. In this class\, you will discover mindful solutions that will help you. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/mindful-solutions-for-reducing-caregiver-stress/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T152904
CREATED:20250424T134948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T123942Z
UID:10000781-1746093600-1746097200@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:From Scars to Stars: Going From Pain to Purpose:  A Trauma-Informed Journey for Family Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores the transformative process of turning emotional pain into a liberating sense of purpose. By applying a trauma-informed perspective\, we delve into the unique challenges faced by family caregivers\, acknowledging their emotional scars while guiding them toward healing and resilience. The session highlights practical strategies and insights to help caregivers navigate their journey with empathy\, self-compassion\, and renewed purpose. Through this approach\, we aim to inspire caregivers to embrace their own strength\, unlock their potential\, and turn their caregiving experience into a source of empowerment and growth. Everyone in attendance will also learn how to get a Free Registration during Mental Health Awareness Month to an amazing “Scars to Stars Day 2025” starring Hon Patrick Kennedy\, Ted Kennedy’s powerful Mental Health Advocate son\, and author of Profiles in Mental Health Courage. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/from-scars-to-stars-going-from-pain-to-purpose-a-trauma-informed-journey-for-family-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Stress Management
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