“Caring for the Caregiver” Forum
Past Event:
“Caring for the Caregiver”
A Forum for Families and Friends Caring for Individuals Affected by Mental Illness
Saturday, April 9, 2016
RWJ Fitness & Wellness/Conference Center
3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ
This first of its kind forum provides an opportunity for caregivers to examine barriers standing in the way of their own self-care, learn relaxation methods, gain a better understanding of support resources and network with other caregivers.
AGENDA
10:00 a.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast/Resource Exhibits
10:45 a.m. Welcome and Relaxation Exercise
11:00 a.m. Keynote: Robin Eubanks, PhD, Professional Presenter
“Caring for the Caregiver: Understanding the Caregivers’ Journey”
12:30 p.m. Buffet Lunch and Networking
1:15 p.m. Panel: “Professional Perspectives on Supporting Family Caregivers“
2:00 p.m. Break: Resource Exhibits
2:15 p.m. Panel: “From the Eyes of Family Caregivers”
3:00 p.m. Q&A Session: “Questions, Answers and Sharing Experiences”
3:30 p.m. A Closing Meditation
This forum is sponsored by NAMI NJ with support from MyHealios.