Lauren Seager-Smith FRSA AIRL’s Post

Child care provided by FFN caregivers, such as grandparents, often supports families when centers close, when school is out, and when Mom or Dad work late. It is also the care that gets the fewest resources and support. FFN caregivers deserve better. Here's a closer look in our recent report. https://lnkd.in/gVXyZjim. #FFNAppreciationWeek!

Check out our chapter sharing the experiences of HBCC providers, "COVID and the Voice of Home-Based Child Care Providers"!

As an agile practitioner within the health sector, I believe technology will be a gamechanger in providing care for PLWD. Disability is part of being human. Almost everyone will temporarily or permanently experience disability at some point in their life.  An estimated 1.3 billion people – about 16% of the global population – currently experience significant disability. This number is increasing due in part to population ageing and an increase in the prevalence of noncommunicable diseases. Think for a moment- How many struggles? how many battles? How many difficulties? how many lives can be impacted? if we are able to prioritize and provide tech driven solutions for this global populace of Persons Living with disabilities. Disability inclusion should not be an afterthought! join myself, Ologunloluwa Atinuke and Stanley C. Nkele as we share insights on the next frontiers for PLWD. ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SCIENCES LIMITED has been fostering innovative partnerships to enable medical care practitioners are given the right training for efficiency on the job. See you tomorrow, plug in via zoom by 12noon. https://lnkd.in/gEamzZyx HealthCap Reliance Health MedPlus Healthcare Management registered nurse Evercare Hospital Lekki

🚀 The time is now to take action on elevating father’s involvement in caregiving! This webinar will introduce the Engaging Men in Nurturing Care (EMiNC) initiative, operating in Italy, Portugal, and Spain! 🌍 Our goal? Reshaping policies and practices in formal and informal spaces, at local and national levels to foster environments that enable paternal involvement. 🎯 Targeting policymakers, service managers, and program developers, this webinar will tackle pressing questions: 🚧 What barriers hinder men from embracing caregiving roles? 📈 Which policies are essential for amplifying men's participation in caregiving? 💡 Is policy-making alone sufficient? Don’t miss out on being part of a movement reshaping the landscape of fatherhood. 🌱 📅 May 16th, 12:00 - 13:15 CEST. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ecyvMezs #EMINC #Fatherhood #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment

It’s very common for adult children and spouses of seniors to feel guilt when someone moves to a senior living or long-term care community. It’s not as common, however, to talk about caregiver guilt and shame with others, which leaves many family caregivers feeling isolated, sorting out their emotions alone. Here, we share some tips for overcoming this guilt so you can help current or future residents in your community. #CaregiverGuilt #Caregivers #SeniorCare #SeniorResources

CanPKU+ is excited to share an initative from Global Genes. CanPKU+ is a member of Global Genes. We want to extend this opportunity to our community to fill a gap that may currently exist. Global Genes is thrilled to announce a collaboration with Brad Thompson, M.A., NCC, LPC-S to host a Caregivers Support Program aimed at helping caregivers develop practical, easily accessible tools and resources to take care of themselves and their mental and emotional health. The program will provide hands-on, high-touch support for four groups of 12-15 people over the span of six months and will kick off in April 2024. The four cohorts (groups) for the 2024 Caregiver Support Program include: Caregivers to Rare Adult Children: This group is for caregivers who are parents of rare adult children. (Note: This group is not for caregiving spouses, children or siblings.) Rare Caregiving Dads: This group is for rare disease caregiving dads. Caregivers of Rare Pediatric Children - Limited Life Span: This group is for caregivers of rare pediatric children with a life-limiting condition or disease. Caregivers to Rare Adults: This group is for caregivers who are spouses, children, or siblings to a rare disease adult. (Note: This group is not for caregiving parents.) Registration for the program is open now! Due to expected high demand, we recommend signing up as soon as possible to secure your spot. Please note that participants will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. If a group reaches maximum capacity, you will be placed on a waitlist. Rest assured, if a spot becomes available, we will notify you promptly. Our FAQ document (https://loom.ly/Oblw-Gk) covers more information about the program and Brad, your time commitment, and more. If your question is not answered within the document, please contact our team here. https://loom.ly/pKMwP8I Sign up here: https://loom.ly/xCCA4go #WeCanRare #GlobalGenes #LivingwithRare #RareDisease #LowProtein

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It’s time to reauthorize the Older Americans Act (OAA), a bedrock policy for supporting older Americans and their family caregivers. We have the opportunity to strengthen OAA’s support for family caregivers by: ✅ Boosting funding for caregiver support programs  ✅ Boosting funding to drive action on the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers   ✅ Boosting funding for services for older adults and their caregivers  Check out our latest policy brief on the role of OAA in supporting family caregivers. By working together, we can ensure OAA continues to support caregivers in communities across America.  Read it here: https://lnkd.in/giTefD-e #OAAReauthorization #SupportCaregivers #AgingPolicy #ActOnRAISE #OlderAdults #Aging

Resources are vital when in the business of caring for others. We can do this together!

Did you know it's National Caregivers Day in the U.S.? Being a family caregiver can be an incredibly challenging and isolating experience. However, the love and support of friends and family can make a world of difference. In honor of National Caregivers Day, here are 20 thoughtful ways you can show your support and brighten their journey. https://lnkd.in/gKGBSC6E #caregivers #caregiversupport #NationalCaregiverDay