Are you a caregiver of a loved one with a chronic condition or memory loss? Join Lifespan’s Finger Lakes Caregiver Institute, the Alzheimer’s Association, and the Wayne County Department of Aging for an interactive day of caregiver wellness and education. Vendor tables, blood pressure screenings, interactive wellness demonstrations and workshops: 

Taking Care of You: Caregiver Wellness 

What is self-care and why is it so important to successful caregiving? An overview of caregiving and wellness with a demonstration of easy techniques to implement right away!  

Presenter: Julius Jackson, Wellness & Outreach Coordinator, Finger Lakes Caregiver Institute at Lifespan 

Creating a New Language 

What many caregivers see as problematic behaviors, actually become a way of communicating for someone living with dementia. By utilizing the tools and strategies shared, we can create a new language with our loved ones that supports continued connections and meaningful moments. 

Presenter: Elizabeth Marsh, MT-BC, Education Coordinator, Alzheimer’s Association 

Reservations required. Please use our registration link.

Lunch is provided.