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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.
Find out more »October 2020
Retreat for Men who Care for Loved Ones with Paralysis
This is a 3 day/2 night retreat for men who are taking care of a loved one with paralysis. We are limiting space to 6 guests. The retreat is COVID informed and we have kept your safety and the safety of your loved one in mind while planning this retreat. The retreat is funded by a grant from the Dana and Christopher Reeve Foundation.
Find out more »November 2020
Virtual Half-Day Caregivers Conference
On November 7th, Nancy's House is hosting an online half-day conference. Watch this space for details or sign up for our newsletter to get the most up to date information delivered directly to your inbox! Please view our event page here: “Loosening the Caregiving Knot”
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