CenterWell North Buckner Presents - Caregiver's Need Help Too Seminar w/ Refreshments
Schedule
Thu Jul 11 2024 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
CenterWell Senior Primary Care | Dallas, TX
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About this Event
CenterWell North Buckner Presents - Caregiver's Need Help Too Seminar w/ Refreshments
Host: Sonya Wells
This seminar is designed to provide support and resources for caregivers who often put others' needs before their own. Join us at CenterWell Senior Primary Care for an informative session led by Sonya Wells.
Caregivers Need Help Too: Support from Hospices
Caring for a loved one with a serious illness can be both rewarding and incredibly challenging. Medicare has a array of benefits and services that recognize that caregivers need support just as much as patients do. These provide comprehensive assistance to help caregivers manage stress, prevent burnout, and maintain their own well-being in addition to giving care to your loved one as well. Many of these support services are available at no cost through Medicare benefits. By addressing the emotional, physical, and practical needs of caregivers, these benefits ensure a holistic approach to caring for ill loved one, fostering a compassionate environment for both patients and their families.
Key support services offered by Medicare include:
- Respite Care: Temporary relief for caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring their loved ones continue to receive quality care. This service is covered by Medicare.
- Counseling Services: Professional emotional support to help caregivers cope with the stress and grief associated with caring for a terminally ill loved one. Counseling is included under Medicare hospice benefits.
- Training and Education: Resources and training programs to equip caregivers with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide effective care at home. These educational services are provided free of charge through Medicare.
- Support Groups: Opportunities for caregivers to connect with others in similar situations, sharing experiences and receiving mutual support. Many of these groups are facilitated by hospice organizations and covered by Medicare.
- Medical Supplies and Equipment: Benefits provides necessary medical supplies and equipment, such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, and oxygen, which are often covered by Medicare and other insurance plans. This significantly reduces out-of-pocket costs for patients and families, ensuring they have access to essential items without financial stress.
- Home Visits by Medical Staff: Medically trained staff, including nurses and home health aides, make regular visits to the patient's home. They provide professional medical care, monitor the patient’s condition, administer medications, and offer support with daily activities. These visits ensure that patients receive high-quality medical attention in the comfort of their own home, giving families peace of mind and support in managing their loved one’s care.
Where is it happening?
CenterWell Senior Primary Care, 3312 North Buckner Boulevard, Dallas, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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