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Caregiving Challenges During COVID-19 and Practical Supports for Staying Afloat

April 9, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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

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, Director Systems Change & Stroke Programs, Heart & Stroke

Moira Teed, Senior Specialist, Heart & Stroke

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