The Empowered Caregiver
Caring Ministries Sun City Campus
Teaching caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia.
- Five classes - register for individual classes or for all
- Registration required; no cost
- Limited spots available - register today!
- Presented by the Alzheimer's Association; sponsored by TWP Caregiver Support Ministry
Dates & Topics:
- April 25 - Building Foundations of Caregiving: explores the role of caregivers and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress.
- May 2 - Supporting Independence: focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations.
- May 9 - Communicating Effectively: teaches how dementia affects communication, including tips for communicating well with family, friends and health care professionals.
- May 16 - Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors: details common behavior changes and how they are a form of communication, non-medical approaches to behaviors and recognizing when additional help is needed.
- May 23 - Exploring Care & Support Services: examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care and end-of-life care.