Care for the Caregiver: Using Self Care to Combat Compassion Fatigue

Wednesday, March 30, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Live Webinar

Cost: $10

1.5 Social Work CEUs available

This webinar is made possible through a generous grant from the Memorial Health Fund.

Description: Are you taking care of a child, parent or other family member with developmental or medical needs? Are you struggling with the stress of caring for them?  Is the day-to-day stress impacting your daily life?  Participants will learn how to identify stressors and learn strategies to decrease depression and anxiety of being a caregiver.

Objectives:

  • Define and explain the following terms: compassion fatigue, burnout and stress
  • Understand the difference between compassion fatigue and burnout and how the two terms are related
  • Understand how stress impacts the body, mind and soul
  • Practice tips for self-regulation techniques

Target Audience:

  • Family caregivers who provide care to family members with developmental and medical needs
  • Professional Caregivers who support families

Register by visiting: https://www.penncares.org/event/care-for-the-caregiver-using-self-care-to-combat-compassion-fatigue/

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