Presentations & Workshops

Empowering Family Caregivers

Keynote Presentations

Toni’s presentations are infused with humor and vulnerability, allowing Toni to connect with her audience through the shared experience of caring for a family member. Toni’s message of hope and inspiration empowers caregivers to confidently and skillfully continue their journey.

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Connecting Caregivers Conference

Toni Gitles speaks about the Dance of Caregiving and offers strategies for caregivers on how to stay in step with their loved one and dance partner.

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National Family Caregivers Conference 2023

Toni Gitles speaks about caregivers’ mistakes and the solutions that will empower them on their caregiving journey.

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Workshops

Toni’s workshops are designed to empower caregivers to manage the daily overwhelm that causes stress and can lead to caregiver burnout. Toni provides knowledge and skills to help caregivers manage current challenges and prepare for and prevent future crises.

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Lived Experience

Toni’s career in the healthcare industry for over four decades and 14 years of caring for her mom positions her as an expert in caregiving and happy, healthy aging. She delivers caregiver conferences aboard dementia-friendly cruises for caregivers and their loved ones.

As a consultant, educator, and dynamic speaker, Toni trains businesses and provides group support and one-on-one guidance. The principles she shares transform the caregiving and aging experience into a journey of discovery and adventure.

Toni Gitles cared for her mother and understands the caregiver’s journey, including the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges. Toni’s passion is to prevent caregivers from experiencing her one regret, which was not learning how to manage the overwhelming stress of caregiving.

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What My Audience Members Say

“I facilitate an Alzheimer support group. Most of my attendees came to your presentation at Oakmonte Village assisted living. I can tell you that the topics you discussed are brought up frequently in our monthly support group and I know your presentation was very helpful to all. Thank you very much for the great and compassionate presentation. Your caring and desire to help others was very clear and we appreciate you for that authenticity.”

BEV ROBINSON, CERTIFIED DEMENTIA PRACTITIONER

“I loved your presentation and learned so much. You are well organized and I loved and could relate to your personal stories. I was comfortable and engaged the whole time. You are such a relaxed speaker and I love the way you connect with the audience.”

MICKI DUMITRESCU, CAREGIVER

“You are a very special person. Loved your talk…heart felt. Thank you!”

AMANDA B. – ORLANDOSENIORHEALTH.ORG

“Excellent presentation overall. Very informative and it provided me with valuable tips that will be very useful in the future, if needed. Knowledge is power!”

BOB L.

“Being reminded to recognize and appreciate joyful moments. Self comes first-very important for me to remember.”

CATHY R.

Keynote Presentations Topics

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21 Mistakes Caregivers Make & How to Avoid Them

Toni draws from the information from her book, 21 Mistakes Caregivers Make & How to Avoid Them, to share the common mistakes caregivers make and teach the superpower skills that enable them to thrive in their role.

Learn to Lead & Follow in the Dance of Caregiving

Like a dance, caregiving requires coordination, rhythm, and adaptability between the caregiver and the care recipient. Toni will gently guide you through the mastery of steps so that both the caregiver and the care recipient learn to move together in harmony.

The Empowered Caregiver: Prepare for Care

Toni offers strategies to help the caregiver create a healthier and more balanced caregiving experience. Empowered caregivers enjoy better relationships, less stress, and fewer regrets while confidently charting their caregiving journey.

Celebrate & Create Your Meaningful Journey

Join Toni in this presentation and let her be your event planner and show you how to create beautiful moments that will become meaningful, lasting memories.

Workshop Topics

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Prepare for a Medical Crisis

By preparing for a medical crisis, you can enhance safety, improve outcomes, and alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty that can accompany such situations. Toni leads participants through constructing a medical crisis plan to provide peace of mind.

Exhausted to Energized in 5 Steps

Toni helps busy caregivers go from exhausted to energized in five steps and teaches them techniques they can use daily to stay focused and energized.

Build & Manage Your Care Community™

Every worry needs a plan. Toni leads participants through constructing a medical crisis plan that will provide peace of mind.

Welcome to the Caregiver CEO & Advocate Role!

You’re Hired! Now what? Toni’s workshop will fill in the blanks and empower the novice caregiver with skills and confidence.