Care Partner Conference

Check-in starts at 9:00 a.m. and the program starts at 10:00 a.m.

Join the Parkinson's Foundation Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter in partnership with the South Dakota Parkinson Foundation for the Care Partner Conference. Topics include protecting assets, exploring care options, and accessing social and emotional support.

Speakers:
“Protecting Your Assets” 
Financial, Legal and Insurance Planning 
Kelly Kelly, Fairway Independent Mortgage

“Knowing Your Outside Support Options” 
What Families Wish They Knew Sooner 
Leah Jones and Michelle Meinert, Your Aging Navigator

Complimentary Lunch with Harp by Erin

“Accessing Social & Emotional Support” 
How to move through Caregiver Burnout and Compassion Fatigue 
Marc Anderson, MDiv BCC, Sanford Medical

Panel: The Care Partner Journey 
Care Partners and a local social worker speak candidly about their experiences and the resources that help. 
Moderator: Katlin Johnson, Exec. Director, South Dakota Parkinson’s Foundation

Guided Meditation Experience 
A moment to breathe, relax, and re-focus. 
Karrie Heckman, RN Sanford Integrated Health

Assistance is available for any care partner who needs outside care for their loved one while attending the conference.
To apply for assistance, go to www.southdakotaparkinson.org/financial-assistance
Or call (605) 271-6113 for assistance with the application

Caregivers, care partners, and anyone supporting a person living with Parkinson’s are invited to attend this conference to help you and your loved one navigate the Parkinson’s journey with confidence. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. 

This program is a partnership between the Parkinson's Foundation Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter and the South Dakota Parkinson Foundation.

Thank you to our Sponsors.