2nd Annual Caring For The Caregiver Expo 2021

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Table of Contents 4

Letter from Brenda D. Spencer

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Letter from Rosalynn Carter

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Letter from Annie Ross-Womack

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Congresswoman Joyce Beatty Congressional Recognition

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Letter from Governor Mike DeWine

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Letter from Mayor Andrew Ginther

Event Chair & Creator

Former First Lady

Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association

Governor of Ohio

Mayor of Ohio

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Letter from Hearcel F. Craig

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Letter from Priscilla R. Tyson

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Caring for The Caregiver Expo Program

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Caring for The Caregiver Expo Event Schedule

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Caring for The Caregiver Expo Floor Plan

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Thank You

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Resource Directory

Ohio State Senate

Columbus City Council

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reetings and Welcome to the 2nd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo. This years Expo is dedicated to Caregivers, First Responders and Essential Workers who got us “ALL” through the 2020 COVID19 pandemic. We also want to recognize and remember all of the many lives’ that were loss due to the pandemic. COVID19 changed all of our lives, however what did not change was the need for Caregivers, First Responders and Essential workers! What I personally learned and experienced during 2020 was that I needed to slow down and take a break from working so hard. I also learned how important it is to listen to medical professionals that know the science and who taught me how to better protect myself, my family and all those around me. It is critical that we take care of ourselves and one another. Our individual actions “good or bad” can affect the wellbeing of millions of people everywhere.

The Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo provides a much-needed break, important information and resources and a shared community of Caregivers, First Responders and Essential Workers to help and care for one another. Today, we take Time Out to slow down, relax, refresh, rejuvenate, fellowship and receive important information to help us manage our daily lives. We ask that you Support all the Sponsors, Exhibitors and Vendors by visiting their booths, participating in the pampering room, the get fit and healthy room, and the lunch and learn sessions offered here today.

I am also excited to announce that our goal to expand the Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo across the United States will kick off in 2022 with the East Tampa Business & Civic Association in Tampa, Florida. We also look forward to hosting Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo’s in Cincinnati and Toledo, Ohio, Detroit, Michigan, New York City and Los Angeles, California in 2023 and beyond. We Invite everyone to join us in helping to bring the Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo to Caregivers, First Responders and Essential Workers all across our great nation.

We ask that you remember the words of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter who says it best with her famous quote, “There are only four kinds of people in the world - those who have been caregivers, those who currently are caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.”

Lastly, I offer my heartfelt “Thanks” to my Family, our host The Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association, our sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers and staff, Caregivers, First Responders and Essential Workers for your help, assistance and support in hosting the 2nd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo.

We give all Glory and Honor to God and we wish each of you Miracles and Blessings!

Brenda D. Spencer, Event Creator and Chair President & CEO, Spencer 4Higher Media, LLC

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2ND ANNUAL CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER EXPO

PROGRAM

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2ND ANNUAL CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER EXPO

SCHEDULE LUNCH AND LEARN OHIO SICKLE CELL AND HEALTH Annie Ross-Womack Intro/Welcome & Agenda

ORVELL JOHNS Franklin County Office On Aging Services

9:30 AM

10:15 AM

CENTRAL OHIO ALZHEIMER Missy Rouse Understanding Alzheimer & Dementia

DR. KATHY WRIGHT, OSU OSU College of Nursing Mindfulness and Self Care

REBEKKA HYCLAK Love Life. Live Well

SENECA BING

10:30 AM

SESSION #1

SESSION #2

MEDITATION

9:30AM - 10:00AM Yasmin Raw

12:30 PM - 1:00PM YASMIN RAW

YOGA

10:00AM - 10:30AM Yasmin Raw

1:00PM - 1:30PM Wellness With Dreana

AEROBICS

10:30AM - 11:00AM Fit and Fabulous

1:30PM - 2:00PM Fit and Fabulous

ZUMBA

11:00AM- 11:30AM Osasani Dance

2:00PM - 2:30PM Osasani Dance

11:30AM - 12 NOON Line Dance with DPayne and Steps of Purpose

2:30PM - 3:00PM MOVES TO BUCKEYE ROOM

SOUL LINE DANCING 11:20 AM

11:40 PM noon

MY STORY - BANKING/LEGAL/ INSURANCE

12:00 PM noon

CLOSING REMARKS/ EVALUATION/Q&A

GET FIT & HEALTHY ROOM

11:00 AM

Finding the Light Within/Grief

Brenda Spencer & Taya Polk

GET FIT & HEALTHY ROOM

Note: We will break for lunch from 12 Noon to 12:30PM

12:30 PM

Annie Ross-Womack

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BUCKEYE ROO

(Main Exhibitor Ro Tables 2 - 22

CONFLUENCE ROOM (Pampering Room)

Table 1

SCIOTO RIVER Tables 23-31 RESTAURANT (Open Area) PATIO Tables 32-38 Meet our Vendors

OLENTANY ROOM (Fitness Room) Tables 39-45 Meet our Vendors

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SCIOTO ROOM

YOU ARE HERE! PARKING LOT

THE BOATHOUSE OFFICE

ENTRANCE RESTROOMS

Caring For The Caregiver Expo

FLOOR PLAN 15

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Thank You! Spencer 4Higher Media and The Caring for the Caregiver Expo graciously extends our sincere “Thanks and Appreciation” to our event Host The Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association, our Partners and Sponsors The Central Ohio Alzheimer Association, The Central Ohio Black Nurses Association, The African American Alzheimer Association, My Last Farewell, Caregiver Wellness Retreat, The ADAMH Board, The Ohio Commission on Minority Health, Faith Ministries Church and our Government Officials, Guest Speakers, Exhibitors, Vendors, Staff, Committee Members, Pampering, Get Fit and Healthy providers, Volunteers, Media Sponsors and in-kind Donors! Your Support, Participation, Time, Talent, Gifts and Prayers made the 2nd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo a over whelming Success!

A Special Thank you to our Golden Ticket Prize Donors: The Kenley Konnection, Tanger Outlets, The Renaissance Hotel, COSI, Jessica Richardson, LifeTime Fitness, Galla Park Steak and Persona Custom Clothiers of Columbus…you added that Touch of Class and made this day special and exciting!

Last but most certainly not least a Very Special Thank You to all of our Caregivers and First Responders for joining us Today. We hope you had an relaxing, fun and enjoyable day! Please know that the Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo is here to provide you with some R&R, gratitude, appreciation, recognition, support, resources and information to get you through each day! We hope to see you again next year!

Praise God! Brenda D. Spencer, Founder & Creator, Caring for the Caregiver Expo

Thank You Ohio Media Sponsors

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African American Alzheimer & Wellness Association 800.489.6040.

Provides support and education to move our community of caregivers forward.

Caregiver Wellness Retreat for Alzheimer &Dementia Provides pro-active health and wellness day-long retreats (live and virtual) that offer education and planning for self-care for family caregivers of Alzheimer's and other dementias. www.caregiverwellnessretreat.com Caregiver.com - Caregiver Media Group is a leading provider of information, support and guidance for family and professional caregivers. caregiver.com.

Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services - Toll-Free: 877-267-2323 Central Ohio Alzheimer Association – Help Line 1-800-272-3900 Community Resources and Care Consultations Disaster Distress Helpline - Call or text 1-800-985-5990. The disaster distress helpline provides immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.

Eldercare Locator - the Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families. 1-800-677-1116 Franklin County Office on Aging - (614) 525-6200. Primarily responsible for planning, coordinating, and providing centralized access to diverse services and programs that assist older adults, dependent adults, and their families in the maintenance of independent living. Information and Referral.

Administers "Senior Options" the county senior services program for people age 60 and older. Services include: home delivered meals, homemaker services, personal care, respite care, adult day care, emergency response systems, minor home repair, transportation, medical equipment and supplies, caregiver support program.

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Franklin County Jobs and Family Services- (844) 640-6446.

Provides workforce development and family support programs that improve the quality of life for Franklin County residents.

Hilarity for Charity A nonprofit group started by actor Seth Rogen and his wife Lauren Miller provides grants for respite care for people looking after loved ones with dementia. To apply, go to helpforalzheimersfamilies.com National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255); Enespañol 1-888-628-9454.The Lifeline is a free, confidential crisis service that connects people to the nearest crisis center in the Lifeline national network.

Ohio Department of Health- Phone: 614-644-8508. Offers a range of public health information, tools, and resources. Our mission is "Advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans."

Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association – 614-228-0157.

Provides education, advocacy, and support to persons and families affected and at-risk for sickle cell disease through effective approaches to sickle cell services.

Respite Care planning and information A Consumer Guide for Family Caregivers. https://archrespite.org/consumerinformation Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers (RCI) RCI promotes the health, strength, and resilience of all caregivers at every stage of their journey. Established in 1987, rooted in former First Lady Rosalynn Carter’s belief that there are only four types of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, who are caregivers, who will be caregivers, and who will need caregivers.https://www.rosalynncarter.org/ SAMHSA's National Helpline – 800-662-HELP (4357).

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Veterans Crisis Line- Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press 1 or text to 838255 The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that connects veterans.

“The simple act of caring is heroic.”

– Edward Albert, Actor

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“One person caring about another represents life’s greatest value.”

- JIM ROHN

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“To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.” ― Tia Walker

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“We rise by lifting others.”

- Robert Ingersoll

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Save the Dates!!!

Thursday, July 28-Sunday, 31-2022 Faith Ministries Church 15th Annual IFFM Convocation Online From Columbus, OH USA Around the World!

Dr. Dexter Wise III International President and Founder 2747 Agler Rd. | Columbus, OH 43224 | 614-416-8500 Ext 5 | IFFMUS.com | IFFMOHIO@gmail.com

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