www.caregivercoalitionsd.org

Are you caring for or concerned about an older

adult?

Do you find yourself overwhelmed with all of the

options or are unsure of what these may be?

If so, then this FREE event is for you!

THE CAREGIVER COALITION OF SAN DIEGO PRESENTS:

“The Art of Caregiving”

The Caregiver Coalition of San Diego in collaboration with Jewish Family Services of San Diego

have designed this conference to help unpaid family caregivers navigate challenges across the care

recipient’s lifespan. This conference will explore topics such as Proactive Planning, Reducing

Caregiver Stress, Managing Difficult Conversations, and Resolving Legal Matters that provide

family caregivers with valuable information from local experts and connections to local resources.

FREE

Refreshments

Resource Booths

Opportunity Prizes Free adult care for your loved one is available,

Provided by: - Innovative Health Care Consultants -

Please register for this service 2 weeks in advance

JOIN US, Thursday,

March 10, 2016 9:30am to 12:30pm

Temple Solel 3575 Manchester Ave,

Cardiff-by-the Sea, CA 92007

REGISTER by March 7, 2016

1(800)82-SHARP/

1(800)827-4277 Or register directly at

www.sharp.com/classes

www.caregivercoalitionsd.org

AGENDA

9:30am—9:55am Registration, Breakfast and Resource Fair

9:55am Welcome and Introductions, Caregiver Handbook Cindy Sawyer, Caregiver Coalition Education Chair,

Southwest Lifeline

10:00am—10:20am From Chaos to Confidence: Pro-Active Planning “ A Caregiver Story” Lesley Alexander, MSW, JFS Geriatric Care Manager

What happens when caregiving changes your lifestyle? Get tips to connect with a

support team and evaluate resources.

10:25am—10:50am Reducing Caregiver Stress Jennifer Marsh, LMFT, MS The impact of long term caregiving creates overwhelming stress. This

session will help you identify behavior triggers, develop personal

boundaries, build resilience, and cultivate greater self –awareness and joy. 10:50am-11:00am Stretch Break/Resource Tables

Michael Winkleman, Humana

11:10am– 11:40am Managing Difficult Conversations: Thinking on your Feet Diane Darby-Beach, MPH EdD How does the art of improvisational communication guide caregivers who

must think on their feet when managing difficult conversations? Explore and learn

new strategies.

11:45am-12:30pm First We Talk: Resolving Legal Matters Richard Scott Stewart. California Estate and Elder Law, LLP Learn how to honor your loved one’s wishes by holding a productive family discussion

on key legal documents such as Durable Power of Attorney, Wills and Trust.

12:30pm Closing Remarks and Final Opportunity Prizes

A Special Thanks to All of Our Sponsors

California Estate and Elder Law LLP, Help Me With My Parent,

HHSA-AIS, HICAP, Hospice of the North Coast, Humana, Innovative Healthcare Consultants,

Jewish Family Service of San Diego, Pier View Counseling, Seacrest Village, Sharp HospiceCare,

Southwest Lifeline, and Wheelchair Dancing

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CAREGIVER COALITION MISSION:

Improving the Quality of Life for Caregivers, their Families and the Community