The Caregivers Connect group is meant to nourish the mind, body & spirit; to bring Caregivers together, acknowledge & celebrate their dedication, selflessness, and the hard work that goes into their role.
This is not a support group, but an opportunity to gather, receive educational resources and the chance to learn a craft or new skill!
Prepare to be pampered! Books, journals, and self-care items will be provided throughout the year. We will also have teas, cold beverages and healthy snacks from Her Kitchen to enjoy during our gatherings.
For more information, please contact group facilitator Theresa Bonito, at 716-845-1300 ext. 5053.
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Welcome! Let’s meet up and get crafty with the Creative Arts Team! Roll up your sleeves and get ready to create your Caregivers Connect bookbag! Throughout our Caregivers series, we will have many books, comfort items & special treats to share. You will leave with a beautiful bag to collect your items each month.
"How To Have a Difficult Conversation With Your Partner or Loved One About Their Diagnosis" with Sara Sade, MS, Resource Center Coordinator. Life just threw you a curve ball...now what??
Join Ben from Have Ewe Any Wool for an Introduction to Crocheting. Learn a new relaxing hobby! All levels are welcome to join in the fun as we work on a special project!
"Mindfulness Embodiment" with Julia Davis-Voss, BA, Yoga Therapist. This will be a time to explore the simple techniques of awareness that allow us to feel more stable and calm in everyday life and through difficult periods.
Special guest Jackie Alborella, from WGRZ Channel 2 comes to visit! Jackie is an accomplished, award-winning author, photographer, and gardening expert! She will help us break through the winter blues and “Think Spring” with a fun gardening activity to brighten your day!
"Be an Empowered Advocate: Make the Most of Your Appointment Time as a Caregiver" with Susan LaValley, PhD, MS, MLS, Executive Director of Patient Education. This workshop will provide some tips on how you can prioritize questions for your visit and how to communicate in difficult circumstances.
Kimberly Sweeney RN, MBA, BSN, Vice President Patient Care Experience joins to shares her experience as a caregiver and medical professional.
Kate Glaser, PhD, MA, Program Leader, Community Health Center Outreach and Patient Navigation will discuss the importance of self-care & stress reduction for caregivers. She will provide movement & breathing exercises that can be incorporated into your daily routine.
We will join Susan Morreale, a breast cancer survivor, a caregiver and the owner of HER Story, HER Kitchen, & HER Sanctuary for a cooking class to nourish your body. Details to follow!
First Floor - Main Hospital
Elm & Carlton Streets
Buffalo, NY 14263
United States