New Classes for Caregivers of Veterans with Dementia

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“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.