The role of the caregiver is a complex one and the challenges facing the caregiver often go unrecognized. Please join MSK in celebrating caregivers at any or all the following events. All events are open to staff, MSK patients, and family and friends of MSK patients. All events will take place at Memorial Hospital (1275 York Avenue; New York, NY 10065) in room M-107 located near to the cafeteria.
Below is detailed information about the upcoming event:
Breakfast and Patient Representatives Presentation
Presentation by MSK Patient Representative. Light breakfast will be served.
Date: Monday, November 25
Time: 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Caregiver Burden: What to Do About It and How to Prevent It
Presentation by Allison Applebaum, MSK psychologist from the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science
Date: Monday, November 25
Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
The Three R’s: Rest, Relaxation, and Rejuvenation
Drop-in Mindfulness Meditation group, led by Melissa Stewart, LCSW-R
Date: Monday, November 25
Time: 11:15 am to 11:45 am
Dance Therapy with Integrative Medicine
Therapeutic dance-based activity led by a dance/movement therapist from MSK’s Integrative Medicine Service.
Date: Monday, November 25
Time: 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
Information Session
Learn about caregiver services offered by the various departments at MSK while enjoying breakfast.
Date: Monday, November 25
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm