Caregiver's Workshop

Inaugural Caregiver’s Conference

"Connect. Learn. Recharge."

Thu - 1000am-200pm - 07/16/26

Program Host: Kerry Fink (Helping Seniors)

Program Moderator: Jennifer Barton (Seniors Helping Seniors)

Zon Beachside “Lighthouse”

1894 S Patrick Dr - Indian Harbour Beach FL

Program Outline:

1000am - Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others

Theme: Avoiding burnout and preserving your own health.

1100am - Navigating the Caregiving Journey

Theme: Practical tools and strategies for everyday caregiving.

1200pm - Zon Beachside Lunch Break (Lunch is Provided)

100pm - Community Resources and Building Your Caregiver Team

Theme: You don't have to do it alone.

1000am - Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others

Theme: Avoiding burnout and preserving your own health.

Discussion starter: "What's one thing you wish you had more time or support for as a caregiver?"

Discussion points:

Recognizing caregiver stress and burnout

Managing guilt, anxiety, and exhaustion

Building a support network

Finding time for self-care

Asking for and accepting help

Panelists:

Danica Scuderi-Carluccio - Advocates for the Aging

Denise Bergman - Senior Care Authority

Angelika Keane - UF IFAS Extension

Lisa Conway - One Senior Place

1100am - Navigating the Caregiving Journey

Theme: Practical tools and strategies for everyday caregiving.

Discussion starter: "What has been your biggest challenge in coordinating care?"

Discussion points:

Communicating with healthcare providers

Organizing medications, appointments, and records

Planning for changing care needs

Understanding legal and financial considerations

Balancing caregiving with work and family responsibilities

Panelists:

Cheryl Ward - Law Firm of Cheryl Ward

Mica Allen - Beyond Balance Therapy

Carlos Cuesta - Synergy HomeCare

Diedra Shubert - Flourish Medical

1200pm - Lunch Break

Presented by Cheryl Ward - Law Firm of Cheryl Ward

100pm - Community Resources and Building Your Caregiver Team

Theme: You don't have to do it alone.

Discussion starter: "What resource do you wish existed—or what resource have you discovered that others should know about?"

Discussion points:

Local services available through Helping Seniors and community partners

Adult day care, respite care, transportation, meal programs, support groups

When and how to ask for professional help

Creating a circle of support among family, friends, and organizations

Connecting caregivers with one another

Panelists:

Dori Hill - Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation

Nancy Deadorff - Helping Seniors

Corina Savela - Case Manager