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Caring for the Caregiver Health Series

February 9, 2026 by daf4a@virginia.edu

Location: Claude Moore Medical Education Building Room 1110 and Zoom

Date: Feb 23, 2026 - Feb 23, 2026

Start Time: 12:00 pm

End Time: 1:00 pm

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Sponsored by Community Engagement and Health Outcomes and Medical Sciences Outreach.

  • Part 1: Monday, Feb 23 | noon-1 p.m. | Claude Moore Medical Education Building Room 1110 and Zoom | Caregiving: A Major U.S. Crisis featuring Richard W. Lindsay, MD. Dr. Lindsay will address the growing healthcare needs of the aging population and the increasing caregiving crisis in the United States. The discussion will cover the role of healthcare providers, nursing homes, and family members in caretaking. The health impact of the unique issues that caregivers experience will be considered. Register.

Future Parts of the Series

  • Part 2: Thursday, March 26 | noon-1 p.m. | Old Medical School Auditorium and Zoom | The Heart of Caregiving: Resilience, Reality, and Resources. This presentation offers an honest and inspiring look at the emotional, physical, and practical realities caregivers face every day. Featuring Christina Evans, CEO, Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA), the talk also explores caregiver strain while highlighting the strength, compassion, and resilience that sustain those who care for others. Registration link TBA.
  • Part 3: Thursday, May 28 | noon-1 p.m. | Claude Moore Medical Education Building Room 3110 and Zoom | Featuring Connie Siskowski, MD, Director, American Association of Caregiving Youth. Registration link TBA.

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