Caregiving and the Holidays – Charlotte Today
Caregiving and the Holidays
For the last few years, my wife and I have been in caregiver situations with each of our moms during the holiday season. This year will be our first as non-caregivers. It can be a stressful time. Trying to maintain traditions in the midst of caregiving is hard. We pushed through it, despite my grumblings of having to decorate the house – again! In reality, it is easier said than done. Especially with the season being thrust on us earlier and earlier each year. It is easy to tip the fragile balance you are trying to maintain. And let’s face it, the holidays can be a sad time for many. So how can caregivers push through and make the best of things.
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Social Media for Seniors with Des Walsh – Smilecast 176
Social isolation of elders is a fact. One thing can relieve that isolation – technology. Des will discuss the challenges for seniors wanting to use social media, the different platforms, and the pitfalls and the opportunities that await.
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Des Walsh is business coach, social media guide and LinkedIn expert.
A former senior executive in the Australian Government, CEO, communications consultant, industry training specialist and executive coach, Des calls on a wide range of organizational and business experience in supporting his clients,
He has been actively engaged for over 20 years in promoting the business opportunities of the digital economy and is a certified specialist in social media strategy.
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Activities for Seniors – Gloria Hoffner – Smilecast 175
Gloria brings both science and music programs to nursing and assisted living homes around the Philadelphia area and is a sought-after national speaker who teaches other activity professionals new ideas to enhance the lives of residents. She will show us how to move beyond bingo to offer activities to older adults that are meaningful for their lives.
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Gloria Hoffner is the creator of Science for Seniors, a nationally trademarked company presented in over 25 states and Canada since 2007. She is also the author of the books, Science for Seniors and Going Places in Northern Europe Armchair Adventures and Activities, both published by Idyll Arbor Inc. and workbooks More Science for Seniors and Brain Boosting Games.
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Traveling with Seniors – Kathy Shoaf – Smilecast 174
Kathy is an elder travel specialist and will cover what you need to know in order to travel safely with seniors, allowing everyone to have a good time and quality time with each other. Who know you may want to join Kathy and host Anthony on their Caregiver Smile Cruise after hearing what she has to say.
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Kathy Shoaf, RN, BSN, ATP, is a Travel Professional with 20+ years of clinical and management experience in Geriatric, Rehabilitation, Home Health and Senior Housing as a Regional Manager and DON. She realized after years of counseling with the families of our aging seniors that the QUEST to enjoy life “Should Never Have to Stop”. Her ability to overcome Fear and Anxiety about travel… Makes “Bucket-List Dreams come true. Listen to Kathy as she helps us navigate the world of traveling with seniors.
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