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Month 9: Family Caregiver Support & Community Resources and Support Services

Session Date: October 7, 2024

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Caregivers face numerous obstacles, including burnout, legal and financial responsibilities, and managing expectations, but support services like respite care, community resources, and transportation programs can help ease these burdens. Building a strong support network and advocating for older adults' rights is essential, with panel discussions offering valuable insights from families on how to navigate the complexities of caregiving.

Panelists:

  • Amy Brennan

      Executive Director

      Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition

  • Suzie Paskiewicz

      Clinical Director of the Women's

      Wellness Division

      Meridian Psychiatric Partners

  • Louis A. (Skip) Weiss

     Publisher and Owner

     Chicago Health Magazine Northwest

     Publishing LLC

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  • Lori Gibson, CAPS

      Director of Business Development

      Home for Life Advantage

  • Geoff Hanson

      Owner and General Manager

      Midwest Mobility

  • Lynda Strelitz

     Outreach Educator

     CapTel Captioned Telephones

  • Tom Dacy

      Chief Executive Officer

      Special Needs Chicago, Inc

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