Karen speaking at a caregiver workshop in Marysville, Ohio.
Presentations are 45 - 60 minutes long
"My Story" - Who would have thought that one person could create such havoc in a family's life?! When Karen's stepmother battled lung cancer, she needed round-the-clock help the last couple weeks of her life. One home-care aide who only was in the home once or twice ingratiated herself into her father's life after she learned of Karen's stepmother's death. Karen reveals the anguish, rage, and frustration that she went through after finding gross theft and battling slander. After three years, Karen felt it was time to forgive, but was it enough? What does God say?
"The Heart of JOY-filled Caregiving (The Emotional Side)" - Emotions erupt as soon as the diagnosis of a loved one is made. How does the caregiver manage those stressful feelings? How does a caregiver survive the feelings of being so isolated and alone? Learn steps to cope with anger, guilt, loneliness, depression and self-worth to achieve peace and radiate JOY once again.
"The Joy of Caregiving (The Spiritual Side)" - JOY is mentioned 542 times in the Bible...105 times in the Book of Psalms. by discovering the JOY-boosters and JOY-robbers in their lives, caregivers can be successful in finding ways to be uplifted during challenging times. Interactive talks using people from the Bible will enable caregivers to realize they are not alone in how they feel.
"The JOY of instant Stress Busters" - Some stress is healthy, but prolonged stress is not. Stress affects our thoughts such as forgetfulness, fear of failure, worrying about the future, etc. Learn tips and techniques that can calm the stress in your life. You can't avoid stress, bu there are ways to manage it. Stress management = Healthy wellness! 
"The JOY of Showing You Care: 101 ideas" - This topic is based on Jesus saying "Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me" (Matt. 25:40.) Through interactive talks, participants will learn that there's more to showing you care than a homemade casserole. With over 101 helpful tips each workshop member will be equipped to encourage caregivers and their families with a variety of valuable ideas.
"How can the Church Help the Growing Caregiver Population?" - Learn the many ways the churches can help the caregivers in their congregation. A few comments from people who have heard Karen speak:
"Warm inviting smile, reeling the audience in as she projects with ease her heartfelt message. Karen leaves you with full confidence that you will be capable to handle all that comes with being a caregiver, knowing that the tools necessary are available to all of us just a click away."- New York
"Outstanding speaker bringing awareness to the plight of the caregivers." - Ohio
"Your talk brought back memories of my six years of caregiving for my parents. Your analysis of the feelings and thoughts of a caregiver were "right on."
-Florida
"Thank you for your heartfelt, Christ-centered presentation. You made me feel comfortable by your joyful attitude and simple, but informative talk. I am passing on about your ministry to others. More people should hear you."
- Florida
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