Navigating Caregiving for Adult Children with Cancer as an Older Adult

Date: November 19, 2024
Time: 10am PST/11am MTN/12pm CST/1pm EST
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This workshop is designed for older adults who find themselves in the challenging position of caring for an adult child diagnosed with cancer. As these caregivers navigate their dual roles—supporting their child through a cancer journey and potentially taking on a more active role in their grandchildren's lives—this program offers insights, coping strategies, and practical advice to manage the emotional and physical demands of caregiving.  Participants will learn how to balance caregiving responsibilities with their own health and well-being, understand the dynamics of their changing family roles, and find ways to support their grandchildren while maintaining their own strength and resilience.

We are excited to partner with CancerCare for this presentation.

About the presenter:
Dina Smith, MSW, LMSW
Caregiver Program Coordinator·CancerCare

Dina is a licensed oncology social worker and the Caregiver Program Coordinator at CancerCare. With extensive experience in providing emotional and practical support, Dina facilitates both in-person and online support groups for caregivers. She offers counseling to individuals coping with cancer, those caring for loved ones with cancer, and those grieving a loss. Dina is dedicated to developing and implementing educational programs that empower and support cancer caregivers.