Family caregiving is often challenging and stressful, and it affects 43.5 million people in the United States alone. While some caregivers are the sole providers of care, 70% coordinate the care they provide with other family members. Philips Lifeline makes this easier by offering mobile technology that streamlines care coordination in a free mobile app for iPhone and Android smartphones.   

The 21st Annual Care Coordination Conference, slated for Thursday, May 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. in Carter Hall on the University of Southern Indiana campus, is for healthcare professionals who are involved in the transition and coordination of care. The day will open with patient advocate, activist, artist, speaker and author, Regina Holliday, providing insight regarding the patient experience. Concurrent sessions will focus on care coordination. Joint Provider is the Tri-State Case Manager's Network. Contact hours are available for nurses, social workers, certified case managers and health facility administrators; access the conference brochure here for more information and registration. 

And while you're enjoying the conference, stop by the Deaconess VNA Plus booth and say hello!