Caregiver Connections Expo

August 19, 2015 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Canadian Honker Events at the Ramada
1517 16th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902 United States

Additional Information

Whether you mow your neighbor’s lawn, help your dad with his finances, or care for your daughter’s basic needs — you are a caregiver. As a caregiver, it’s likely you’re missing out on a few resources that could improve your ability to care for not only your loved one, but yourself. The third annual Caregiver Connections Expo is a two day event designed for both family and professional caregivers at all levels.

Who: Professional and family/friendly caregivers
What: The Caregiver Connections EXPO, Providing education, support, resources and advocacy to empower caregivers and those in their care.
When: Tuesday, August 18 at 5 p.m. and Wednesday, August 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Canadian Honker Events at Apache, 1517 16th St. SW, Rochester
Tickets: Purchase your tickets in advance from The Salvation Army Caring Partners Adult Day Program
Visit: 115 NE First Ave. Rochester, MN 55906
Call: 507-288-5191

A brand new dinner event will kick off the Caregiver Connections Expo on Tuesday, Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. The evening will feature nationally renowned author, Elaine Sanchez, who will not only entertain you, but provide an inspirational presentation including real-life caregiving stories and advice. Sanchez’s humor will keep you captivated as her presentation, “Finding Hope, Humor and Heart in Caregiving,” takes you on a journey through a numerous emotions associated with long-term caregiving.
Enjoy a delicious meal provided by Canadian Honker Catering and gain confidence as Sanchez provides validation and mental, physical, and emotional strength to face whatever challenges lay ahead. This evening event was added to allow caregivers who are busy during the day to also be involved. Please purchase your $25 dinner ticket in advance from  from Elder Network, Family Service Rochester, and The Salvation Army.
Attend the expo on Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and you’ll be able to participate in your choice of 15 presentations, speak with 30 exhibitors, and network with other caregivers. A light breakfast and lunch are included with the ticket purchase.

Family and individual caregivers can purchase a ticket for $10 or a professional ticket for continuing education credits (CEUs) for $25 is available from one of the organizers:

The event is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Southeastern Minnesota Area Agency on Aging.
         
         
         
       
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