This conference will explore the unique rewards and challenges to those who care for men and women who have served our country. Military/veteran caregivers will have the chance to learn from some of the region's and nation's foremost experts on caregiving for active-duty and retired military. Also, caregivers will be able to connect with vital community resources and meet fellow caregivers who walk a similar journey. The conference includes complimentary breakfast and lunch, professional speakers, prizes and giveaways.

Representative John Rutherford will open the program and offer encouraging words to the hidden heroes who support our nation's heroes.

Presentations topics include:

• Journey of the Military Caregiver: Your Own Special Battle
• Vietnam Veterans: Untold Stories at the End of Life
• Operation Family Caregiver: An Evidence-Based Program Providing Free and Confidential Support to Military Caregivers
• VA Caregiver Support Program: There's Help for You
• Preservation of Assets
• Caregiving & Intimacy

Registration begins at 8:30 A.M. The program is from 9 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.

For more information, visit Caregiver Coalition of Northeast Florida's website.