In recognition of Family Caregiver Month in November, Kitsap County's Aging and Long-Term Care Family Caregiver Support Program is hosting free seminars for unpaid family and volunteer caregivers during its annual conference from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 at the Best Western Silverdale Beach Hotel, 3073 NW Bucklin Hill Road. Doors open at 8:15 a.m.
Complimentary refreshments and a light continental breakfast will be served. The event is free to family caregivers. Professional caregivers may also attend for a $15 fee. Registration is required for everyone. Call (360) 337-5700 or (800) 562-6418. Individuals who may require special accommodations should contact Vicki Hanson at (360) 337-5700, (800) 562-6418 or TDD (360) 307-4280. One week advance notice is needed for interpreter services.
This year's seminar topics support the physical and mental well-being of caregivers:
Caregiver Grief and Guilt, Dr. Kriss Kevorkian, PhD MSW
Legal Forms Questions & Answers, Attorney Todd Carlisle, Northwest Justice Project
Let's Talk Healthcare Systems, Mari Van Court, MSN, FNP-C
Medication Management with Assistive Technology, Curt Johnson, Washington Assistive Technology Act Program
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