Taking Care of You: Self-Care for Family Caregivers

Program Type:

Educational, Health & Fitness, Summer Reading

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Join Debra Jackson, PhD, Professor Emerita of Nursing and Public Health Sciences at Clemson University and Director of Clemson University Emeritus College, as she presents Taking Care of You: Self-Care for Family Caregivers. 

Many people find themselves in a complex role of providing care for a family member, adding a new responsibility to their busy lives. Dr. Jackson will discuss techniques for managing all of your responsibilities, and finding time to take care of your personal well-being and health. We will touch on basic health and wellness strategies, respite care opportunities, and decision or action points. Dr. Jackson brings a unique focus to the topic as a nurse and wellness advocate, a caregiver for her parents, and a working mom and wife.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.