When

Tuesday, September 12, 2017 from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM EDT
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Where

The Hartville Kitchen 
1015 Edison St. NW
Hartville, OH 44685
 

 
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Contact

Laura Villwock, Communications Specialist
330-899-5337 
lvillwock@directionhomeakroncanton.org 
 

2017 Caregiver Connection 

The Caregiver Connection appreciates the work done by caregivers everyday. The compassion, dedication, and energy it takes to tend to the needs of others is inspiring. We recognize that those who choose to care for others have a special strength that must be cared for and nurtured. This day is for those special people.

September 12, 2017

8:30 AM—3:00 PM

at The Hartville Kitchen
1015 Edison St. NW
Hartville, OH 44685

AGENDA

  • Registration: 8:15-8:45 am
  • Program: 8:45 am-11:00 am
  • Health break: 11:15 am—12:00 pm
  • Lunch: 12:15-1:15 pm
  • Program: 1:15-3:00 pm

CONTINUING EDUCATION

  • 1.5 CEUs for LSWs, LISWs, SWAs, and RNs (reciprocity)
  • The Ohio Board of Nursing will accept sessions approved for Social Workers for Continuing Nurse Education.

Lunch will be provided. All attendees will receive the book,
It’s Not About Me.

 This Program is FREE to caregivers and other interested attendees and $25 for Professionals requiring continuing education credits.

SPEAKERS

Amy Sullivan, PsyD of the Cleveland Clinic will speak on “Who Is Taking Care of the Caregiver?” Dr. Sullivan will present common caregiver challenges to teach an understanding of how our bodies respond to the stress of caregiving and to learn skills to promote psychological and physical health.  

Christopher Milo is an internationally renowned concert pianist, motivational speaker, performer, and entrepreneur. Christopher will entertain us, inspire us, and prepare us to return to our caregiver roles with renewed enthusiasm and mission.