Welcome to MRCC
MRCC is a statewide organization that advocates the need for Respite Care Services for all caregivers. Respite Care provides a break for the caregiver who is caring for a child, adult, friend or neighbor with special needs or circumstances. MRCC is a grassroots, all volunteer organization that envisions all caregivers receiving quality Respite Care Services.
The Maryland Respite Care Coalition invites you to join us for our 14th Annual Respite Awareness Day
Conference!
Revitalizing Respite!
Monday, October 24, 2011 || 8am – 4pm
The Conference Center at the Maritime Institute (near BWI airport)
692 Maritime Boulevard || Linthicum Heights, MD || 21090-1952
Lunch and Refreshments Provided
Topics include:
- Using Leisure to Recharge and Reconnect with Your Loved One
- What is Respite and How to Use It
- Defending the Caregiver
- Mental Wealth
- Teaching Self-Medication
- The Resilient Caregiver
- Getting Caregivers to Trust and Utilize Respite
and many more, including topics for Veterans and Program Directors
Honorary Chair:
Gloria Lawlah, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Aging
Keynote Speaker:
Lon Kieffer, RN, BSN, MBA, NHA
Family Caregivers - $60 per person
Professionals (Social Work CEUs awarded) - $125 per person
Professional Group Rate (5 or more registrations at the same time) - $100 per person
Revitalizing Respite! will serve to invigorate the MRCC’s commitment to restful reprieves for care recipients across the lifespan, and their dedicated caregivers.
Family Caregivers will:
- Learn new ways to cope and adapt to their challenging roles
- Meet professionals who can help them locate support services
- Take away new insights on what respite is, and the various ways to utilize it
- Utilize management skills to create a more productive environment
Professionals will:
- Learn new ways to assist caregivers and care recipients with their needs
- Network with fellow professionals who share their passion for respite
- Exchange ideas for better caregiver / care recipient communications
Register Now!