DHR Health: “National Family Caregivers Month”

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Free event for caregivers: DHR Health will be hosting the 11th Annual “Circle of Care” Caregivers Conference, a free event designed to support and empower caregivers in the Rio Grande Valley. The conference will be held on November 23, 2024 at the at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, located at 118 Paseo Del Prado. Courtesy image
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EDINBURG, Texas – DHR Health is delighted to host the 11th Annual “Circle of Care” Caregivers Conference, a free and special event dedicated to supporting and empowering caregivers in the Rio Grande Valley. This year’s conference will offer a day filled with interactive workshops, educational seminars, and information on local support services and resources for caregivers. The conference is held annually in November to coincide with “National Family Caregivers Month,” a time to raise awareness about the challenges faced by caregivers across the country. 

Since its inception, the “Circle of Care” Caregivers Conference has been an important initiative for DHR Health. Spearheaded by Dr. Saroja Viswamitra, Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Chief Medical Officer at DHR Health, the conference has been a platform to empower local caregivers by providing them with the support and information they need to help care for their loved ones. 

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“This conference is a reflection of DHR Health’s ongoing commitment to the well-being of our community and to helping caregivers continue their important work. We encourage all caregivers to join us at this informative conference,” said Dr. Viswamitra.

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The conference will take place from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., November 23, 2024, at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, located at 118 Paseo Del Prado. This event is free of charge and open to all caregivers, offering a range of resources designed to help caregivers navigate their vital roles. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to attendees.

As seating is limited, early registration is encouraged. Interested participants can register by calling (956) 362-3550. 

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