June 2-3 - CSU Shiley Haynes Institute for Palliative Care’s National Symposium

Workshop - Exploring Caregiving Skills, Activities, and Needs of Children and Youth as Caregivers: Military-Connected & Veteran Hidden Helpers
Location - California State University San Marcos

This interactive workshop engages participants though research and programs addressing children and youth as caregivers, “hidden helpers.” Utilizing hands-on activities, participants will be guided through research-based activities, including:

1) the hidden helper caregiving activity book, and;

2) YCare, caregiving skills program. Participants will apply research findings and learn about the care needs and skills required for care for wounded, ill or injured family members, through immersion in the YCare program.

Participants will see how children and youth are guided through care skills by area and need, including basic care, speech and communication, and assistive devices – in a peer engaged setting.

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June 5-6, 2025 - Strategies and Interventions to Strengthen Support for Family Caregiving and to Alleviate Caregiver Burden - National Academics of Science and Engineering
Location - Washington DC
Event addresses the growing burden on family caregivers of individuals with serious illnesses, offering evidence-based interventions and strategies to mitigate physical, mental, and financial challenges, with both in-person and virtual attendance options.
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