Care Partners: Why They Matter and Why Their Needs Matter

Wellness Wednesdays: Palliative Care Series
This video defines the role of a care partner and explains why having a care partner is important for people with Parkinson's. It provides helpful tools for care partners to recognize signs of strain and how to locate sources of support to look after your own health as a care partner.
Speaker
Janis Miyasaki, MEd, FRCPC, FAAN
Division Director, Neurology, University of Alberta
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.
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PD Health @ Home Team
This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.
PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.
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Special thanks to our sponsor:
Right at Home Parkinson’s Care and Resources
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