Caregiver Conference-Third One

Caregiver Conference #3

I attended my third Fearless Caregiver Conference yesterday, and learned once again that:

--I already know a lot about eldercare
--our family is very fortunate to have a team of reliable, caring, round-the-clock caregivers and a complete network of medical professionals and spiritual supporters


I wish more people would take advantage of these helpful caregiver conferences hosted by more than 40 exhibitors and featuring an expert panel discussion and a nice luncheon. (See my post on May 24, 2007 for more details on Fearless Caregiver conferences)


Here is the Caregiver Manifesto, developed by Gary Barg, author and the founder of the Fearless Caregiver Conferences and editor in chief of Today’s Caregiver Magazine:

Caregiver Manifesto----

A Fearless Caregiver:

---Is a caregiver who understands that they have a job to do as a full-time member of their loved ones care team.
---Understands that he or she can make a difference.
---Sees his or her role in their loved one’s care as being just as important as any of the professional caregivers.
---Asks questions of their loved one's doctor and does not rest until they receive clear and concise answers.
---Does not easily take no for an answer.
---Knows their rights concerning his or her loved one’s insurance plan and is able to exercise those rights.
---Knows how to find the latest treatment options and presents qualified research to the members of his or her loved one’s care team.