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Building Better Caregivers In-Person
This session uses a cohort model, where the group of caregivers will go through the 6-week session together. Please plan to attend all six sessions (Nov. 7th, Nov. 14th, Nov. 28th, Dec. 5th, Dec. 12th, and Dec. 19th).
With a focus on reducing stress through the use of practical skills and tools, Building Better Caregivers helps you manage your caregiving tasks so you can maintain a happy, fulfilling life for you and your care partner.
This 6 -week evidence based program covers the following topics:
- improving caregiver stress,
- dealing with difficult emotions,
- addressing difficult care partner behaviors,
- keeping you and your care partner safe and avoiding injury and accidents,
- decision making about treatment, housing, and outside help,
- communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals,
- exercising for caregiver and care partner safety, strength, flexibility, and endurance,
- maintaining healthy nutrition habits, and navigating legal issues related to caregiving.
Open to anyone caring for a family member age 60 and over (non-paid); the classes are free and a book is provided.
- Date:
- Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
- Time:
- 01:00 pm - 03:00 pm
- Time Zone:
- Central Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Classroom
- Audience:
- Adults Older Adults
- Categories:
- Adult Education/Instruction Health and Wellness