New Classes for Caregivers of Veterans with Dementia
“After the first class, I felt a weight had been lifted. I learned so much. It’s helpful to know what I’m experiencing is normal and I’m not alone.” Family Caregiver
Creating Confident Caregivers utilizes the Savvy Caregiver Program, a university tested program for family members caring for a loved one with dementia at home. Three hour sessions are held once a week for four weeks, at no charge to participants through a federal grant.
This program provides participants with information, skills and attitudes to manage stress and increase effective care giving skills. The class meets once per week for four weeks - just three hours a week. You'll come away renewed and confident in your role as a caregiver. Some things you will learn:
- Dementia and its effects on the brain
- Caregiver resources
- Managing difficult behaviors
- Improving caregiving skills
- How to handle everyday activities more easily
- Taking care of yourself to better care for your loved one
This program is offered FREE to family members of military Veterans.
SIGN UP NOW FOR
CLASSES TO BE HELD IN AUGUST
To register for the class or to learn more about caregiver resources in our community, contact
Senior Health Partners at 269-441-0920.
This program is supported, in part, by Region 3B Area Agency on Aging, the U.S. Administration on Aging through its Alzheimer’s disease Supportive Services Program, (#90AI0022) and the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging.
Welcome!
Who we are: We are the Region 3B Area Agency on Aging (AAA) serving Barry and Calhoun counties. The Older Americans Act of 1965 created agencies like ours at the federal, state, and local level to administer programs that help older adults maintain their health and independence in their homes and communities.
Region 3B Area Agency on Aging was designated as an area agency on aging by the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging in 1996. We are a private, not-for-profit agency, serving Barry and Calhoun counties.
New Signage for Area Agency Vans
The Region 3B Area Agency on Aging recently added new signage to their transportation fleet. The Agency operates two mini-vans and a 15 passenger full-size van which they use to transport older adults and persons with disabilities. These vehicles can be seen around town with the agency's logo, contact information and services provided.
The new signage serves two purposes. It helps older adults who use the transportation service to identify the vehicle when it comes to pick them up at their home, or after an appointment. The new signage also helps to promote the Agency and the many important programs we operate.
