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October 2019
Elissa Lewin as Featured Guest on “Imagine That!” with Dr. Miriam Franco
Note: Event takes place at 12pm Pacific time, which is 3pm Eastern time. Relieve Caregiver Stress Hosted by Dr. Miriam Franco Episode Description: Elissa, Lewin, M.A., the Founder of Nancy's-House, a Caregiver Respite Program in the greater Philadelphia area, explores with Dr. Franco the challenges of caregiving and the need to provide effective, stress reduction techniques and community support to caregivers. October 22nd 2019:Relieve Caregiver Stress |eCard .tuneinButton-voiceamerica-empowerment { background-color: #ffd009; border-collapse: separate; border-radius: 4px; width: 100%; max-width: 100%; -webkit-box-shadow:…
Find out more »November 2019
3-Day Retreat for ALS Caregivers
Three-day retreat for ALS caregivers sponsored by the ALS Association (Delaware Valley).
Find out more »January 2020
Holding On and Letting Go:1-Day Arts Based Retreat
One-day arts-based retreat for all caregivers. Dance/movement and tile-making. Held at Independence LIVE and funded by the Cultural Alliance of Greater Philadelphia. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held on January 24th, 2020 from 9am to 6:30pm.
Find out more »February 2020
Elissa Speaking with the “Oldies but Goodies” Support Group
Elissa will be speaking with the "Oldies but Goodies" support group at Gloria Dei Church at Welsh and Huntingdon Pike on the impact of the stressors of caregiving and simple stress-management, including taking advantage of a respite retreat at Nancy's House.
Find out more »March 2020
3-Day Retreat for Women Caregivers Whose Loved Ones are Living with Paralysis
Three-day retreat for women caregivers whose loved ones are living with paralysis, held at the historic, nationally-acclaimed Wedgwood Inn.
Find out more »3-Day Retreat for Men Caregivers Whose Loved Ones are Living With Paralysis
Three-day retreat for men caregivers whose loved ones are living with paralysis, held at the historic, nationally-acclaimed Wedgwood Inn.
Find out more »April 2020
Elissa Will be a Panelist at the Intimacy Lost Panel hosted by Boomers R Heroes
Elissa will be a panelist at the Intimacy Lost: Spousal caregivers silent pain - a discussion and support opportunity being hosted by Boomers R Heroes. Registration and information at [email protected]
Find out more »3-Day Retreat for Caregivers Whose Loved Ones are 65+ or Who, Themselves, are 65+
Three-day retreat for caregivers whose loved ones are over 65 or who, themselves, are 65 or older. The retreat will be held at the historic, nationally acclaimed Wedgewood Inn. This event is sponsored by Independence Blue Cross.
Find out more »May 2020
Elissa Presenting on the Importance of Self-Care
Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) honorary lecture. Gail Sheehy will be the keynote speaker, and Elissa will be giving a 25-minute presentation on the importance of self-care. All are welcome.
Find out more »June 2020
Elissa Presenting to the Family Caregiver Support Group: People Taking Care of Loved Ones with Brain Injuries
Elissa will be presenting to the family caregiver support group for people taking care of loved ones with brain injuries. The presentation takes place at the Family Caregiver Center of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
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