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Caring for the Caregiver: Effective Stress Management Strategies

Oct 22, 2024
04:00PM - 05:00PM EDT
Online Event
Overview

Caregiving is an incredibly rewarding yet demanding role, often leading to physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. This session is designed to provide caregivers with the support they need to maintain their well-being while providing care to others.

Our expert speaker will discuss the common sources of stress in caregiving, offer strategies for building resilience, and share tips for incorporating self-care into daily routines. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs of burnout, set healthy boundaries, and find balance in your caregiving duties.

Whether you’re caring for a loved one or supporting others in your professional role, this webinar will equip you with actionable insights to reduce stress, improve your quality of life, and enhance your caregiving experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to prioritize your health and well-being while continuing to care for those who depend on you.

Agenda
4:00 PM
Introduction
Mary Arnett

Mary introduces the agenda and our featured speaker Dina Smith MSW, LMSW

4:05 PM
Presentation
Dina Smith MSW, LMSW

Dina discusses the common sources of stress in caregiving, offer strategies for building resilience, and share tips for incorporating self-care into daily routines.

4:35 PM
Q&A Session
Audience

Come with your questions and we will answer them! 

Speakers & Moderators
Healthtree contact Mary Arnett

Mary Arnett

Mary joined HealthTree in 2022 as a part of HealthTree's team to help expand into all blood cancers. She now works as HealthTree's Volunteer & Community Outreach Manager, helping to engage and involve community members in HealthTree's mission. When she isn't working, she loves being the fun aunt to her 13 nieces and nephews, attending concerts, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and traveling to explore new cities.

Healthtree contact Dina Smith MSW, LMSW

Dina Smith MSW, LMSW

Dina is a licensed oncology social worker and the Caregiver Program Coordinator at CancerCare. With extensive experience in providing emotional and practical support, Dina facilitates both in-person and online support groups for caregivers. She offers counseling to individuals coping with cancer, those caring for loved ones with cancer, and those grieving a loss. Dina is dedicated to developing and implementing educational programs that empower and support cancer caregivers.