May 24, 2010 Caring for the Caregiver
Presenter: Laura Coger, Nevada Program Manager, Consumer Direct Personal Care, LLC
The emotional and physical strain of care giving a loved one with special health care needs can be great. More than 2/3 of those providing care experience depression and anxiety, and have health issues of their own. Learn ways to reduce your stress, and get tips to better cope with your day to day challenges.
Here are some helpful websites. To view each site, just copy the URL and paste it into your browser:
National Family Caregiver Association: www.thefamilycaregiver.org
Jessie Ferrell Author/Speaker: www.jesstalk.com
Resources for family and professional caregivers: www.caregiver.com
Nevada Aging and Disability Resource Center: www.nevadaadrc.com
PowerPoint: NONE
Handouts:Playback: Audio File
May 14, 2010 Healthcare for Nevadans
Health and Human Services Director, Mike Wilden discusses the department’s re-organization and budget plans and his plans for implementing health care reform. Charles Duarte, Administrator, Division of Health Care Financing and Policy discusses some legislation issues of interest, CHIPRA and health care reform. Following the presentations is a brief discussion on the formation of a “Health Care for Nevadans” Coalition for the next legislative session.
PowerPoint: CHIPRA and Health Care Reform
Handouts:Playback: Audio File