BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//www.insightmcc.org//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.30.10// CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH UID:4f5f082f-eea9-4be1-8b19-20f95ef0bb2b X-WR-CALDESC:As the population of LGBTQ+ adults continues to age\, unique c aregiving challenges arise. By 2030\, there will be an estimated 7 million LGBTQ+ individuals aged 65 and older. Many of these individuals face dist inctive hurdles\, including the higher likelihood of not having children a nd the increased possibility of estrangement from their families of origin .\n\nThis virtual class will explore the specific caregiving challenges fa ced by LGBTQ+ older adults\, with a focus on how caregivers can provide th e most effective support. Through comprehensive training\, technical assis tance\, and educational resources\, we aim to ensure that as our numbers g row\, LGBTQ+ older adults receive the care and support they deserve.\n\nJo in us to learn more about the unique needs of this community and how you c an make a difference in providing care for LGBTQ+ older adults.\n\nPlease register and you will receive Zoom information prior to the class.\n\n Presenter \nLisa Householder \n\nLisa’s path into the world of home-based support services began in her hometown of Pennsylvania\, where she dedicated over a decade—1992 to 2008—to caring for her father and aunt . Navigating the complexities of aging alongside her loved ones ignited a profound passion within her to help others in her community. This experien ce not only opened her eyes to the intricacies of elder care but also fuel ed her journey toward making a difference in the lives of many.\n \nFrom 2 002 to 2008\, Lisa took her passion further by working as a procurement sp ecialist in a skilled nursing community. Her hands-on experience and commi tment to quality care laid the groundwork for what would become a pivotal chapter of her life: co-owning a non-medical home care agency. This role a llowed her to directly impact the well-being of countless individuals\, re inforcing her dedication to service and advocacy.\n \nIn 2009\, Lisa reloc ated to Northern Virginia\, where she embraced the role of Client Care Dir ector at another non-medical home care agency. However\, her entrepreneuri al spirit called to her\, leading to the launch of Care Connect Nova\, LLC in 2022\, co-founded with her wife\, Sheri. Together\, they have created a nurturing environment that focuses on holistic support for families navi gating the aging journey.\n \nLisa’s commitment to advocacy extends beyond her professional life\; she actively engages with the Loudoun County Cham ber\, Senior Resource Partners\, and is a proud board member of the Loudou n Senior Network. She embodies the heart of a true community leader\, demo nstrating that care for others starts with understanding their needs.\n \n In her downtime\, Lisa loves tending to her garden\, and when she dreams\, it’s often of adventures in Costa Rica! Recently\, she and Sheri began v olunteering for the Upending Parkinson’s program at Sportrock Climbing Cen ter in Sterling\, Virginia. They are not just helping participants\; they are also embracing their own aging journeys through climbing. At home in P urcellville\, Virginia\, Lisa shares her life with Sheri\, their two dogs\ , and four loving cats.\n\n\n\n \n \;\nSign Me Up! X-WR-RELCALID:15fecea5bff1e8075dd34b40f75e086f X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:STANDARD TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 RDATE:20251102T020000 RDATE:20261101T020000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 RDATE:20260308T020000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:074d8f08-43e6-42cc-9a76-f1375538d4cd DTSTAMP:20260422T063403Z DESCRIPTION:As the population of LGBTQ+ adults continues to age\, unique ca regiving challenges arise. By 2030\, there will be an estimated 7 million LGBTQ+ individuals aged 65 and older. Many of these individuals face disti nctive hurdles\, including the higher likelihood of not having children an d the increased possibility of estrangement from their families of origin. \n\nThis virtual class will explore the specific caregiving challenges fac ed by LGBTQ+ older adults\, with a focus on how caregivers can provide the most effective support. Through comprehensive training\, technical assist ance\, and educational resources\, we aim to ensure that as our numbers gr ow\, LGBTQ+ older adults receive the care and support they deserve.\n\nJoi n us to learn more about the unique needs of this community and how you ca n make a difference in providing care for LGBTQ+ older adults.\n\nPlease r egister and you will receive Zoom information prior to the class.\n\n P resenter \nLisa Householder \n\nLisa’s path into the world of h ome-based support services began in her hometown of Pennsylvania\, where s he dedicated over a decade—1992 to 2008—to caring for her father and aunt. Navigating the complexities of aging alongside her loved ones ignited a p rofound passion within her to help others in her community. This experienc e not only opened her eyes to the intricacies of elder care but also fuele d her journey toward making a difference in the lives of many.\n \nFrom 20 02 to 2008\, Lisa took her passion further by working as a procurement spe cialist in a skilled nursing community. Her hands-on experience and commit ment to quality care laid the groundwork for what would become a pivotal c hapter of her life: co-owning a non-medical home care agency. This role al lowed her to directly impact the well-being of countless individuals\, rei nforcing her dedication to service and advocacy.\n \nIn 2009\, Lisa reloca ted to Northern Virginia\, where she embraced the role of Client Care Dire ctor at another non-medical home care agency. However\, her entrepreneuria l spirit called to her\, leading to the launch of Care Connect Nova\, LLC in 2022\, co-founded with her wife\, Sheri. Together\, they have created a nurturing environment that focuses on holistic support for families navig ating the aging journey.\n \nLisa’s commitment to advocacy extends beyond her professional life\; she actively engages with the Loudoun County Chamb er\, Senior Resource Partners\, and is a proud board member of the Loudoun Senior Network. She embodies the heart of a true community leader\, demon strating that care for others starts with understanding their needs.\n \nI n her downtime\, Lisa loves tending to her garden\, and when she dreams\, it’s often of adventures in Costa Rica! Recently\, she and Sheri began vo lunteering for the Upending Parkinson’s program at Sportrock Climbing Cent er in Sterling\, Virginia. They are not just helping participants\; they a re also embracing their own aging journeys through climbing. At home in Pu rcellville\, Virginia\, Lisa shares her life with Sheri\, their two dogs\, and four loving cats.\n\n\n\n \n \;\nSign Me Up! DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T200000 LOCATION:Virtual! Zoom link provided upon registration. SUMMARY:Caregiving Challenges for LGBTQ+ Older Adults (Virtual) END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR