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SUMMARY:Relatives Raising Children Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:More than 2.5 million children in the United States are being raised by grandparents or other relatives without their parents in the home. \n  \nKinship caregivers often step in during times of family crisis and the value of the stability and continuity they provide for children is immeasurable.  \n  \nOur partner Catholic Charities of Denver is putting on the Relatives Raising Children’s Conference on October 2\, 2025! Mark your calendar for a day dedicated to appreciating and learning about kinship care.  \n  \nThe Conference will take place from 9-3pm at the Daniels Fund\, 101 Monroe St.\, Denver\, CO 80206.    \n  \nInterested in attending\, but don’t have childcare? We are offering $100 childcare vouchers for kinship caregivers who attend the conference! Email us at crcinfo@eastersealscolorado.org for more information! \n 
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/relatives-raising-children-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Daniels Fund\, 101 Monroe St.\, Denver\, CO\, 80206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catholic Charities of Denver":MAILTO:INFO@CCDENVER.ORG
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SUMMARY:More Than Memory: Understanding Brain Change & Dementia from the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for family members\, friends\, care partners\, or anyone in the community who is concerned about or caring for someone living with cognitive impairment or dementia. Join us to learn: \n\nThe difference between normal aging and dementia\nHow dementia affects our brain\, abilities\, and influences our behavior\nTechniques\, approaches\, and communication tips to support people living with brain change and dementia\nStrategies to effectively manage caregiver stress\, difficult emotions\, and the art of accepting assistance from others\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by Kay Adams—Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Compassion Works\, LLC. Kay is a dementia coach\, educator\, writer\, speaker and trainer. Compassion Works engages care partners and organizations impacted by dementia through coaching\, consulting\, education and training\, so they are empowered to effectively face challenges with confidence\, clarity\, and connection.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/more-than-memory-understanding-brain-change-dementia-from-the-inside-out/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compassion Works%2C LLC":MAILTO:kay@kaymadams.com
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SUMMARY:Southern Colorado Respite Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us online or in person for a meeting of respite providers and caregivers in Southern Colorado. We will have a presentation on The Resource Exchange’s expansion of respite services into Pueblo County. \nIn-person Option: Pueblo Dept. of Public Health and Environment\, 101 W. 9th St. Pueblo\, CO 81003; 3rd Floor Conference\nRoom C \nZoom Link:\nhttps://pueblohealth-org.zoom.us/j/4666602734?pwd=NlJvbGsxbWNaM3o5QlZXNmtyMjdBQT09&omn=83032715878\nMeeting ID: 466 660 2734\nPasscode: 7n21Y9\nPublic Transportation Options: ROUTE 6 PUEBLO MALL
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/southern-colorado-respite-coalition-meeting/
LOCATION:Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment\, 3rd Floor\, Conference Room C\, 101 W 9th St\, Pueblo\, CO\, 81003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colorado Respite Coalition":MAILTO:crcinfo@eastersealscolorado.org
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SUMMARY:Empowering Independence – Comprehensive Home Modifications for All Ages
DESCRIPTION:Each free\, 1- hour webinar offers demonstrations and best practices for healthcare professionals. Courses take place on the last Wednesday of each month (except November and December) and are scheduled to accommodate viewers in time zones throughout the year. \nOverview: \nExplore strategies for enhancing home safety and independence for individuals of all ages. \nFeatures: \n\nLive demonstrations from Denver’s Lifeway Mobility showroom.\nSuccess stories from guest panelists highlighting home accessibility solutions.\nPractical tools for therapists to improve patient outcomes.\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscuss key benefits of home modifications for Aging-in-Place and upon hospital discharge.\nDescribe the purpose of Home Environmental Assessments.\nIdentify common environmental modifications used in the home.\nDefine the basic requirements and considerations for access ramps.\nCompare the benefits and considerations of walk-in tubs versus showers.\nDiscuss best uses and space considerations for stairlifts.\nUtilize the OT Toolkit to apply practical tools and strategies for enhancing patient outcomes.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/empowering-independence-comprehensive-home-modifications-for-all-ages/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Caregivers
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SUMMARY:Before The Window Closes: The Importance of Advance Care Planning for Families Facing Dementia with Kay Adams
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will address the vital importance of completing advance directives including a Living Will and a Medical Durable Power of Attorney in a timely and pro-active fashion for individuals and families impacted by dementia. We will explore the concept of “decisional capacity” as it relates to the disease process\, and why it’s crucial for people living with dementia to discuss and document their wishes for future medical care before the window of opportunity closes. \nFree (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition) \nRegister: https://beforethewindowcloses.eventbrite.com
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/before-the-window-closes-the-importance-of-advance-care-planning-for-families-facing-dementia-with-kay-adams/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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