Programs and Events
The Goldstone Caregiver Center at Danbury Hospital
General InformationWe invite you to attend our programs and events regardless of who you care for or where you are located. While all programs have traditionally taken place at the Goldstone Caregiver Center at Danbury Hospital, we are currently providing programs via Zoom. Please view our recorded programs below and join us for upcoming programs and events.
Critical IlLness and Advance Care Planing
Everything You Need to Know to Better Support Your Loved One
Join Karen Mulvihill and Melanie St. Raymond as they discuss the importance of advance care planning when your loved one is diagnosed with a critical medical condition. Learn more about advance care planning and how it empowers individuals to articulate their values and wishes regarding their medical care, especially in critical or end-of-life situations. We will further explore how to have a thoughtful discussion and document wishes which can ensure your loved one’s choices are respected and conveyed to their treatment team.
Presented by: Karen Mulvihill, Nurse Practitioner and Nuvance Health Palliative Care System Network Coordinator & Melanie St. Raymond, Palliative Care LCSW
October 30: 12 -1 pm via Zoom
For more information email Miranda,Bencivenga@nuvancehealth.org. Registration required.
Supporting Independence
Join us on November 6: 12 - 1 pm via Zoom
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association®
A person living with dementia often wants to stay independent for as long as possible. Caregivers can learn how to balance safety and manage expectations to support independence at every stage of the disease.
Topics in the program include:
» How dementia affects independence
» Four steps to help with daily activities
» Tips to make activities meaningful
For more information email Miranda,Bencivenga@nuvancehealth.org. Registration required.
Register here