Lehigh Valley Health Network to Host ‘Caring for Aging Parents’ Event

Caring for elderly parents or relatives can be overwhelming. That’s why Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), part of Jefferson Health, is partnering with several community organizations for the Caring for Aging Parents event, a free event Wednesday, Oct. 15, 4-7 p.m. at Health Center at Hecktown Oaks.

Attendees will have access to a wide range of elder care resources – from rehabilitation and palliative care to health plans and Meals on Wheels. Experts will be available to answer questions, provide guidance and share information.

“Caring for an aging loved one can be overwhelming, and many families don’t know where to turn for help,” says Kate Huck, Vice President, Operations, Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street. “The Caring for Aging Parents event is one way we bring together resources, education and support for people navigating the complexities of caregiving, whether you are planning for the future or need help right now.”

While Huck says there is no need to bring medical records or histories to the event, she suggests preparing a list of questions in advance.

Craig Souders, Administrator, Outpatient Rehabilitation and Ambulatory Operations, LVHN, knows firsthand how valuable these resources can be.

“The couple of hours you spend at an event like this are well worth it – even if you’re not facing major life decisions immediately,” Souders says. “You can create a plan for the future and know where to start. Most importantly, you don’t have to figure out elder care alone.”

The event is open to anyone caring for elderly parents or relatives.

LVHN resources on-site for the event include:

• Fleming Memory Center
• LVHN Fitness
• LVHN Inpatient Rehabilitation
• LVHN Outpatient Rehabilitation
• LVHN Palliative Medicine
• LVHN Transitional Skilled Unit
• LVHN Center for Mindfulness
• HNL Lab Medicine
• LVHN Post Acute Care Collaborative
• LVHN Pharmacy

Other community partners include:

• Ashton Funeral Home
• Attorney General
• Care Patrol
• Dementia Friendly Lehigh Valley
• Durable Medical Equipment Provider
• Jefferson Health Plan
• Lehigh Valley Home Care and Hospice
• Meals on Wheels of the Lehigh Valley
• Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision
• And more

Caring for Aging Parents Event

Wednesday, Oct. 15, 4-7 p.m.
Health Center at Hecktown Oaks
3794 Hecktown Road, Easton

Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome.

Register here today