Dr Ramila Varendran, Geriatrician Canberra Hospital and Valerie Albrecht, Speech Pathologist, Seniors Yoga Practitioner and Life Story Writing Facilitator
Rise Sanctuary 17 Brockman Street Narrabundah ACT
2 – 4 pm, Tuesday 26 July 2022
An afternoon about sharing and gathering information with those who care for the elderly; forming networks to support one another and experiencing some care ourselves.
The program includes local speakers:
- Introduction to functional limitations with ageing: Dr. Ramila Varendran Geriatrician
- Accessing Care for the Elderly: Bina Brown from Third Age matters
- What is being a carer? A Personal Sharing by Janice Collins Spiritual Director
- Pastoral Care: What is it and its’ place in caring for the elderly: Sarah Wheeley Baptist Care Community Chaplain
- Story Healing – Research has documented the neurophysiological and spiritual healing power of story telling and writing. Valerie Albrecht
You are also invited to network and to browse information tables from
- Capital Nordic Walking Group
- Hospital Research Group: Parkinsons & Stroke
- Art Therapy
- Third Age Matters
- Oceans of Energy Seniors yoga Massage & Story Healing
- Greenway Views Aged Care Facility Baptist Care Aged Care
- Scooters ACT
- Products for older adults
Experience a head, neck and shoulder massage and foot massage.
- Afternoon Tea will be served.
- Cost: no cost for carers
- Table: $30
- RSVP and further Information: Valerie 0406 052 339 www.theoceansofenergy.com or Ramila 0419 287 393 www.risesanctuary.com.au