Free 3-Part Caregiver Education Series Coming to Chocorua
March 16, 2026
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Visiting Nurse Home Care and Hospice (VNHCH) and Tamworth Community Nurse Association (TCNA) are pleased to announce a free, three-part caregiver education series designed to support and inform current and future caregivers in the region. “Becoming a Caregiver” will take place on three consecutive Thursday evenings in April at Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd, Chocorua, NH 03817, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM.
The series is free and open to the public. Each session will feature expert speakers from VNHCH, TCNA, and Memorial Hospital addressing the topics families most need to understand as they navigate caregiving for a loved one.
Session Details
Session 1 — Thursday, April 2: Medicare & Medicaid
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Speakers: Jennifer Robinson, Community Liaison; Melissa Taylor, Memorial Hospital
This session will clarify the key differences between Medicare and Medicaid, explain what each program covers, and guide attendees through the process of applying for CFI (Choices for Independence) long-term Medicaid — before a crisis makes the need urgent.
Session 2 — Thursday, April 9: Making Order Out of Chaos
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Speakers: Lindsay Kafka, RN, TCN; Julie Lanoie, Director, TCNA
Caregiving often arrives suddenly, leaving families scrambling to manage finances, coordinate medical appointments, and navigate unfamiliar systems. This practical session offers concrete tools and frameworks for getting organized in advance — including guidance on advance directives — so families are prepared before they’re in the middle of a crisis.
Session 3 — Thursday, April 16: When Is It Time? Understanding Hospice
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Speakers: Kim DeSanctis, Hospice Director, VNHCH; Dr. Rachel Hamilton, Hospice Medical Director and Memorial Hospital Primary Care Physician
“When is it time for hospice?” is one of the most difficult questions families face. This compassionate session covers hospice medical eligibility criteria, what hospice care pays for, and the full scope of physical, emotional, and family support that hospice provides — offering clarity and reassurance to those who may be approaching this decision.
Event At a Glance
Dates: Thursdays, April 2, 9, and 16, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM each evening
Location: Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd, Chocorua, NH 03817
Cost: Free.
Registration: Register online at TinyUrl.com/BecomingaCaregiver
More Information: www.VNHCH.org or call 603-356-7006 and ask for Jennifer Robinson
About the Co-Presenting Organizations
Visiting Nurse Home Care and Hospice (VNHCH) provides compassionate, professional home health, hospice, and community health services to residents across the region. www.VNHCH.org
Tamworth Community Nurse Association (TCNA) is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of residents in the Tamworth area through home nursing care, wellness programs, and community education.
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