Age Group:
Adults
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Program Description
Event Details
The January 21st meeting has been cancelled due to inclement weather. The final meeting for this series will take place Tuesday, January 28th.
The Dementia Caregiver Series is a three-session series ideal for those caring for a person with dementia or Alzheimer's. It assists with reducing caregiving stress by providing useful tools and information.
In this workshop, you will learn how to:
- Understand basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function
- Communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia
- Recognize stages of dementia
- Provide meaningful activities based on your loved one's interests and abilities
- Better understand and address dementia-related behaviors
- Create a positive caregiving environment
- Learn strategies and benefits of self-care
- Build your network of support