March 10, 2016

1. www.caregivercoalitionsd.org
Are you caring for or concerned about an older
adult?
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with all of the
options or are unsure of what these may be?
If so, then this FREE event is for you!
THE CAREGIVER COALITION OF SAN DIEGO PRESENTS:
“The Art of Caregiving”
The Caregiver Coalition of San Diego in collaboration with Jewish Family Services of San Diego
have designed this conference to help unpaid family caregivers navigate challenges across the care
recipient’s lifespan. This conference will explore topics such as Proactive Planning, Reducing
Caregiver Stress, Managing Difficult Conversations, and Resolving Legal Matters that provide
family caregivers with valuable information from local experts and connections to local resources.
FREE
 Refreshments
 Resource Booths
 Opportunity Prizes
Free adult care for your loved one is available,
Provided by:
- Innovative Health Care Consultants -
Please register for this service 2 weeks in advance
JOIN US, Thursday,
March 10, 2016
9:30am to 12:30pm
Temple Solel
3575 Manchester Ave,
Cardiff-by-the Sea, CA 92007
REGISTER by March 7, 2016
1(800)82-SHARP/
1(800)827-4277
Or register directly at
www.sharp.com/classes

2. www.caregivercoalitionsd.org
AGENDA
9:30am—9:55am Registration, Breakfast and Resource Fair
9:55am Welcome and Introductions, Caregiver Handbook
Cindy Sawyer, Caregiver Coalition Education Chair,
Southwest Lifeline
10:00am—10:20am From Chaos to Confidence: Pro-Active Planning “ A Caregiver Story”
Lesley Alexander, MSW, JFS Geriatric Care Manager
What happens when caregiving changes your lifestyle? Get tips to connect with a
support team and evaluate resources.
10:25am—10:50am Reducing Caregiver Stress
Jennifer Marsh, LMFT, MS
The impact of long term caregiving creates overwhelming stress. This
session will help you identify behavior triggers, develop personal
boundaries, build resilience, and cultivate greater self –awareness and joy.
10:50am-11:00am Stretch Break/Resource Tables
Michael Winkleman, Humana
11:10am– 11:40am Managing Difficult Conversations: Thinking on your Feet
Diane Darby-Beach, MPH EdD
How does the art of improvisational communication guide caregivers who
must think on their feet when managing difficult conversations? Explore and learn
new strategies.
11:45am-12:30pm First We Talk: Resolving Legal Matters
Richard Scott Stewart. California Estate and Elder Law, LLP
Learn how to honor your loved one’s wishes by holding a productive family discussion
on key legal documents such as Durable Power of Attorney, Wills and Trust.
12:30pm Closing Remarks and Final Opportunity Prizes
A Special Thanks to All of Our Sponsors
California Estate and Elder Law LLP, Help Me With My Parent,
HHSA-AIS, HICAP, Hospice of the North Coast, Humana, Innovative Healthcare Consultants,
Jewish Family Service of San Diego, Pier View Counseling, Seacrest Village, Sharp HospiceCare,
Southwest Lifeline, and Wheelchair Dancing
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CAREGIVER COALITION MISSION:
Improving the Quality of Life for Caregivers, their Families and the Community