Wednesday, June 13, 2007

1st Annual Caregiver Resource Connection

Do you need help finding services in the aging or disabilities network for a family member? Or for you?

The following organizations are sponsoring the 1st Annual Caregiver Resource Connection: Southern Crescent Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities,Wesley Woods Newnan-Peachtree City,CARE-NET,Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation,The Center for Positive Aging & The Georgia Institute on Aging

The “Caregiver Resource Connection” Mastering the Delicate Art of Caregiving event is designed for participants to gain a holistic response to issues all caregivers face moment to moment. This event is designed for family and professional caregivers, all staff in aging services, senior living, hospitals, congregations, synagogues, temples and faith-based organizations. As mission-driven organizations we are committed to supporting the person who is caring for an older parent or family member, a neighbor or friend, a special needs child, young or adult.

Participants will be able to:
· Attain skills and knowledge of appropriate resources available to support the Caregiver
· Find comfort and strength from others who are walking the same path
· Encourage and facilitate an interdisciplinary network for families dealing with the challenges of
caring for loved one, client, resident or friend
· Become a resource for others needing assistance in the caring network

This event will be held:
Tuesday June 26, 2007 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
at: Wesley Woods Newnan-Peachtree City, 2280 North Highway 29, Newnan, Georgia.

Reservations are necessary:
Call, fax or email your reservation by June 20th to Barry Lastinger
Phone: 404-972-9191 ext 14 FAX: 404-872-1737 E-Mail: blastinger@gahsa.org.

Click on the link for the flyer and registration form. Thank you!

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