Individual Rights Day is celebrated on August 29th, coinciding with the birthdate of John Locke, a philosopher who heavily influenced ideas about individual rights. The day was created to honor Locke's contributions and to remind people of the importance of individual freedoms.
Every August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) brings a global community together to take action on overdose.It is a global platform that provides tools, resources and a space for communities to connect and drive change. Through events – both in person and online – communities honor lives lost, educate their families, friends and […]
We invite you to join UCSF and By the Bay Health for a 30-minute private screening of excerpts from Actor/Director Bradley Cooper’s new PBS documentary, Caregiving, followed by a panel discussion with local family caregivers. Through intimate footage and interviews, Caregiving – co-produced by Lea Pictures and WETA in Washington, DC in association with Ark […]
Annual convening of family caregivers hosted by Duke Health, with breakout sessions and an exhibition hall with care resources. Preceded by networking event with industry professionals. On Sept. 3rd and 4th, the keynote presentation and opening session will feature Chris Durrance, Director and Senior Producer of the Caregiving Documentary for WETA, and Producer at Ark […]
National Suicide Prevention Week is an annual week-long campaign in the United States to inform and engage health professionals and the general public about suicide prevention and warning signs of suicide.
From Executive Producer Bradley Cooper and narrated by Uzo Aduba, Caregiving is a deeply moving documentary that shines a light on the lives of paid and unpaid caregivers across the country. Through intimate personal stories and untold history, the film explores the emotional labor, societal gaps and quiet heroism of those who care for others, […]
World Suicide Prevention Day is an awareness day always observed on 10 September every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world since 2003.
Certainly, there are challenges to aging and to caring for older loved ones. But there are also benefits and joys to be found in staying active, finding companionship and knowing where to turn for resources. Just ask the thousands of people who regularly visit senior centers throughout Southeast Michigan or the caregivers who find respite […]
From Executive Producer Bradley Cooper and narrated by Uzo Aduba, Caregiving is a deeply moving documentary that shines a light on the lives of paid and unpaid caregivers across the country. Through intimate personal stories and untold history, the film explores the emotional labor, societal gaps and quiet heroism of those who care for others, […]
In the United States, over 6 million children and youth act as caregivers for older adults or siblings with chronic conditions. Research shows that caregiving responsibilities can affect students’ academic and mental health. Join us for a special hybrid event on September 22nd from 9-11am featuring JHU School of Nursing alum Dr. Connie Siskowski and a […]
NorQuest College’s Family Caregiver Wellness Initiative - in partnership with the University of Alberta’s Caregiver-Centered Care program - will be hosting a one-day conference on Family Caregiving on September 23, 2025, at our Downtown Edmonton Campus in the Singhmar Centre for Learning Atrium. This conference, themed around Integrating Support Systems for Family Caregivers, will create a vital space for family caregivers, organizations, employers, educators, policymakers, and health […]
In partnership with WNPT, please join us for a free in-person viewing of their documentary, "Caregiving" along with discussion and resources.
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