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Event Series Event Series: Practical Caregiver Education Program

Practical Caregiver Education Program

June 4 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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A 5-WEEK ONLINE WORKSHOP

PRACTICAL TRAINING TO MAKE THE CAREGIVING EXPERIENCE SAFER & LESS STRESSFUL FOR YOU AND THE ONES YOU CARE FOR

For UNPAID Caregivers of loved ones with a life-limiting illness.

Topics:

Week 1: Your Role as a Caregiver (Navigation, Advance Care Planning)

Week 2: Mobility & Transfers (Body Mechanics, Lifting Techniques)

Week 3: Providing Personal Care (All things hygiene, Grief, Dignity etc.)

Week 4: End of Life Care (What to expect at the end of life)

Week 5: Communication & Self Care

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