WHAT IS THIS
Real-world guidance
for real caregivers
Caring for an aging parent, spouse, or loved one can feel overwhelming — especially when you're suddenly responsible for medical decisions, daily care, safety concerns, and coordinating services while still managing your own life.
This summit brings together local experts, caregivers, and community resources to help you understand what to do next, how to make informed decisions, and where to find support.
We won't sugarcoat. We'll walk you through the good, the bad, and the real — so you leave feeling prepared, confident, and less alone.
ADULT CAREGIVER SUMMIT
We'll walk you through every step
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HOSPITAL/ER
What to expect
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REHABILITATION
Transitions
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HOME CARE
Daily support
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ASSISTED LIVING
Long-term options
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HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE
Comfort & dignity
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LEGAL AND FINANCE
Planning ahead
What You'll Learn
Everything you need
to navigate the journey
This is not about overwhelming you with information. It's about helping you understand how everything connects — so you can feel more grounded in the decisions ahead.
— What to do first when care needs change
— How to recognize when additional support may be needed
— How to avoid common mistakes during care transitions
— How to compare care options — home care, adult day health vs.
assisted living
— How to organize medications, appointments, and daily care needs
— Key roles and responsibilities within the care team
— Where to find local medical, legal, and financial resources
— How to care for yourself while caring for your loved one
— How to plan ahead for your own aging journey with clarity and confidence
What You'll Learn
Who belongs
in this room
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Adult Children
Coordinating care for aging parents and navigating decisions you never prepared for.
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Family Caregivers
Actively managing daily care, transitions, and the emotional weight that comes with it.
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Community Professionals
Healthcare, legal, and social service professionals supporting families through the care journey.
Attendees Will
What you'll walk away
knowing and feeling
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Understand healthcare gaps
Gain clarity on how the system really works — and where families fall through the cracks.
04
Anticipate legal & financial needs
Leave with a clear picture of the documents and decisions that matter most.
02
Know what to expect
Across every care setting — ER, rehab, nursing home, assisted living, home care, and hospice
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Know when and where to ask for help
Recognize the signs — and have the local contacts to act on them.
03
Understand your care team
Know the roles, responsibilities, and who to call at each stage of the journey.
06
Connect with local resources
Leave with real community partners — medical, legal, financial, and caregiver support.
Chanda's House
"When you attend, you're not only supporting yourself — you're helping support others in your community who need care, clarity, and connection."
This summit benefits Chanda's House Non-Profit Foundation — a mission dedicated to providing compassionate, dignified hospice and end-of-life care in Western Massachusetts. Every ticket sold helps ensure that no family faces this journey without support.
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Questions?
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Whether you're interested in attending, sponsoring, or exhibiting — reach out and we'll get back to you quickly.