Free Caregiver Support Session: Self-Care Toolkit and Self-Compassion
Dec 11, 2025
Abby
Durr
Families caring for a loved one with dementia or other complex needs often struggle to make time for themselves. Our partners at Zinnia Technologies are offering a free online session that may be helpful for caregivers in your network.
Session Details
Date: December 30
Time: 11:00am PT
Hosted by: Allyson Schrier, Co-founder of Zinnia Technologies, former caregiver to her husband who had FTD and a respected dementia educator
Guest Expert: Jennifer Martin, MA, NBC-HWC
Session Topic: Self-Care Toolkit and Self-Compassion
This month’s session focuses on realistic self-care practices for caregivers. The discussion will explore how self-care often begins not with adding more to an already full life, but with identifying what drains energy and setting appropriate boundaries. Caregivers will also learn how self-compassion can be a grounding, restorative practice during stressful seasons.
The session includes guided reflection, peer support and practical steps for building a personalized self-care plan.
Caregivers will learn how to:
Set boundaries that reduce overwhelm and create space
Identify restorative activities that support emotional and physical health
Practice daily self-compassion
Connect with peers about shared challenges
Registration
The session is free of charge and open to all caregivers.
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/uiDLGLrWT1CaGh-YYX-6Lg
Abby
Durr
At Silver Age, we believe that treating people well and doing the right thing leads to lasting success. Our story began with founder Abby Durr’s personal caregiving journey. While caring for her grandfather—who was like a father to her—she experienced firsthand the challenges and rewards of end-of-life care. “I lived next door and had the incredible privilege of sitting with him, holding his hand, bathing him, and helping guide his care.”
Abby’s passion for serving older adults grew while working at a local assisted living and memory care community. She recalls the first resident fondly: “She proudly introduced herself to everyone as the first to move in.” That community grew to 92 residents, each with a unique story. As a care coordinator and later a marketing director, Abby discovered senior referral services and felt called to help families facing major care transitions.
Most people hope to stay at home through life’s end—but when plans change, we’re here. With compassion and expertise, we’ll guide you to trusted care resources and housing that fits your needs, lifestyle, and budget.
Since 2008, Silver Age has been helping Seattle-area families find trusted care providers.
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