Thursday 09 April 2020, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Heart & Stroke Presents...
Webinar for Those Caring for Someone with Heart Disease, Stroke or Vascular Cognitive Impairment.
Caregiving Challenges During COVID-19 and Practical Supports for Staying Afloat
Date: Thursday April 9, 2020
Time: 11:00 - 12:00 EST
Presenters:
Dr. Jill Cameron, Researcher regarding the complexities of caregiving with the University of Toronto and University Health Network (UHN)
Moira Teed, Registered Social Worker and Senior Specialist, Heart & Stroke
Caregiver (TBD)
Moderators: Patrice Lindsay, RN, PhD, Director, Systems Change and Stroke Program, Heart & Stroke
Intended Audience
Informal caregivers of those living with/through heart disease, vascular cognitive impairment or stroke recovery. Heart & Stroke staff, members of the public, health professionals and system leaders may also find this webinar informative and helpful. All are welcome to join.
Language
This webinar is scheduled in English and will also be offered in French (date TBD). If you are interested in announcements regarding our French language webinars, please join the mailing list at the bottom of this webpage.
Note: This is an open invitation and may be forwarded to interested parties.
About this presentation
Evidence regarding COVID-19 is emerging and it is generating questions and concerns among caregivers about disease prevention, supports and management. This webinar will offer a timely overview and practical guidance by healthcare experts and caregivers regarding COVID-19, our conditions and caregiving – be it in acute care, assisted living or at home.
Key Topics
- To acknowledge the added complexities of caregiving during COVID-19 and key advice for navigating these new waters
- To discuss the social determinants of health and key advice for family engagement in hospital discharge and safety planning during COVID-19
- To highlight caregiver perspectives and practical resources noted within the Heart & Stroke Online Peer Support Community for Care Supporters
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The webinar will be archived and available for viewing on the
CSBPR website .
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