Webinar - Supporting a Loved One Through a Hospital Stay

Supporting a Loved One Through a Hospital Stay

Hospital stays can be stressful and overwhelming for both carers and the people they support. Carers are often required to navigate unfamiliar systems, communicate with healthcare professionals, advocate for their loved one's needs and support decision-making during challenging times.

Join Carers Queensland Ambassador Toni Mitchell as she shares her lived experience, practical insights and lessons learned from supporting a loved one through hospital care and working alongside healthcare services to improve outcomes for carers and families.

In this webinar, you'll learn:

• Practical ways to support a loved one during a hospital stay
• Tips for communicating effectively with healthcare professionals
• How to advocate for the needs and preferences of the person you support
• Strategies for preparing for admission, discharge and ongoing care
• Lessons learned from lived experience and collaboration with health services

Who should attend?

• Carers supporting someone with complex health needs
• Family members preparing for or experiencing a hospital stay
• Carers wanting to feel more confident navigating healthcare systems
• Anyone interested in improving hospital experiences for carers and families

About the Presenter

Toni Mitchell is a Carers Queensland Carer Ambassador who has used her lived experience to help improve hospital experiences for carers and families. Through advocacy, collaboration and sharing her story, Toni is passionate about ensuring carers feel informed, confident and supported when navigating healthcare systems.