Webinars & Seminars
Family Support Conference 2021 - Berkshire County Arc
Frederick M. Misilo, Jr.Shareholder
April 9, 2021
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
This is an online event
AGENDA
9 a.m. to 9:15 - Introductions
9:15 to 10 a.m. - Keynote speaker — Atty. Frederick M. Misilo, Jr.
Expert in Estate Law for Special Needs Planners
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Future Planning Family Panel
Four families will share their poignant experiences of how they ensure their loved ones receive the care and services they need to thrive in their chosen lifestyle.
Panelists are:
Donna Narey: Mother
Jean Hubby – member / Cindy Hubby – niece
Alex Cohen – Member / Barbara Cohen – Mother
Kimberly Ezequelle – Mother
11 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. - Mid-Morning Break
11:15 to 12 Noon - Break-out Sessions
Break-out 1 Estate Planning
Break-out 2 Self-Care for Caregivers
Being a caregiver can be rewarding and satisfying, as well as mentally and physically stressful. Please join us for an interactive breakout focusing on caregiver self-care. Share your favorite de-stressing tips with other caregivers. Try some relaxation exercises. Learn how to be a “mindful” caregiver.
Break-out 3 All about Me: Creating a Plan for the Future
The information and resources you have collected over the years on your loved one can be so overwhelming. This workshop will help you determine what — and how — the information can be passed along to future caregivers and advocates.
12 noon to 12:15 Raffle prizes and closing
AGENDA
9 a.m. to 9:15 - Introductions
9:15 to 10 a.m. - Keynote speaker — Atty. Frederick M. Misilo, Jr.
Expert in Estate Law for Special Needs Planners
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Future Planning Family Panel
Four families will share their poignant experiences of how they ensure their loved ones receive the care and services they need to thrive in their chosen lifestyle.
Panelists are:
Donna Narey: Mother
Jean Hubby – member / Cindy Hubby – niece
Alex Cohen – Member / Barbara Cohen – Mother
Kimberly Ezequelle – Mother
11 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. - Mid-Morning Break
11:15 to 12 Noon - Break-out Sessions
Break-out 1 Estate Planning
Break-out 2 Self-Care for Caregivers
Being a caregiver can be rewarding and satisfying, as well as mentally and physically stressful. Please join us for an interactive breakout focusing on caregiver self-care. Share your favorite de-stressing tips with other caregivers. Try some relaxation exercises. Learn how to be a “mindful” caregiver.
Break-out 3 All about Me: Creating a Plan for the Future
The information and resources you have collected over the years on your loved one can be so overwhelming. This workshop will help you determine what — and how — the information can be passed along to future caregivers and advocates.
12 noon to 12:15 Raffle prizes and closing