Caregiver Speaker
Brenda Avadian, MA, presents engaging experiences working with and caring for people living with dementia.
A caregiver for her late father who lived with Alzheimer’s and two-plus decades speaking and writing about caregiving for people with dementia, Brenda advocates the continuum of care including –
- in-home care,
- adult day services,
- support groups,
- geriatric assessment,
- elder law,
- residential, assisted, and skilled nursing care, and
- palliative care/hospice.
You are a master of story who entertained the audience by weaving [in] humor… I would absolutely recommend you to anyone in need of an animated, humorous, and heartfelt spokesperson.
—SuzAnn Nelsen, Director of Supportive Services
Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, California
I received a wealth of information from Brenda! I have learned about compassion and letting go in a more intense and helpful way! Thank you for all your information and helpful hints.
—Patricia Cone Caregiver for husband who lives with Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s, Alta, Iowa
Brenda Avadian’s speaking engagements and seminars enlighten with humor; enabling families to more confidently navigate a maze of choices.
Brenda is so entertaining and so “right on!”
Now, I have something to help ME through my journey with my husband.
—Sharyn Hunnicutt Caregiver for Husband, Covina, California
A professional speaker since 1980, a mentor, coach, teacher, and university professor, Brenda reaches audiences in a compelling and lasting manner.
Caregivers say, “If we don’t LAUGH, we’ll cry.”
It was a pleasure working with Brenda Avadian. She is a true professional. Her commitment to provide a seminar that is useful to a broad range of attendees is amazing.
Her ability to weave into her presentation, area resources that assist individuals through the difficult and stressful situations was very useful. It was a day filled with humor and empathy. I look forward to working with her again next year.
—Linda Schmidt Bell Tower Residence, Merrill, Wisconsin
POPULAR and Current Speech Topics
Can I Survive as a Caregiver?
By the way, is it too much to ask for a Sprinkle of JOY?
Family caregivers for people with dementia caused by Alzheimer’s, Lewy bodies, vascular, and fronto-temporal dementia feel a greater challenge when their loved ones can no longer communicate meaningfully. Keynote for family members and the professionals who help them.
Finding the JOY in Caregiving
From Crisis to Finding Joy in Caregiving | I need HELP! The Continuum of Care | Caregiver, You Matter (exercise)
You Put the CARE in Giving
Getting Involved | Caregiver Dementia | Driving blind | Surviving, Thriving with Respite, and Finding the JOY | Continuum of Care Options | The Diamond Tip of Caregiving
…others need to keep hearing your story, which painted a very visual picture. You are a gifted storyteller. Priceless!
—Deanna Jackson Certified Pedorthist Caregiver for her mother, California
Caregiving Begins with YOU
Taking care of yourself first, so you may care for others.
The Roller Coaster Ride of Caregiving
How family members become caregivers – hint: in a crisis | Joys and Hardships of Caregiving | We need Respite | Community Support Options
Feeling Connected in Dementia Care
Caregiver High-Wire Act – Balancing Self-Preservation and Care
Click on “Caregiver High-Wire Act” for link to video training for professional caregivers at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Annual Conference.
You gave such an outstanding and inspiring presentation. People felt very, very positively about the event, the information, and your personal story of your journey.
You are a gifted and compelling speaker and author and I appreciate your willingness to be a part of our very successful event.
—Jody Dunn Regional Director, Santa Clarita Adult Day Health Care Center
& Family Care Partnership, California (A Collaborative led by Partners in Care Foundation)
Caregiver Conference Coordinator
Consider adding a value-added interactive breakout session or a guest support group facilitator for attendees.
You not only tell your story but also have a special gift of making your experiences translate into helpful advice to the audience.
—Sharon Roberts Gerontologist Lake County Health Department & Former Caregiver, Waukegan, Illinois
- Keynotes are custom-crafted for your event.
- Presentations eligible for CMEs and CEUs.
- Unique value-added promotional opportunity for your exhibitors/event sponsors.
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