Education program on communication, behavior, and self-care helps families facing Alzheimer’s
Santa Maria, CA – Individuals living with dementia often experience changes in behavior that can be confusing to friends and family. Behavior is a powerful form of communication often used by people living with dementia to express their needs. However, some behaviors can present challenges for caregivers. For caregivers, learning effective communication and managing behaviors can be a challenge. The Alzheimer’s Association® is offering the Savvy Caregiver Workshop to help caregivers communicate effectively with their person and to manage behaviors.
The Savvy Caregiver Workshop teaches the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to handle the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Through an evidence-based curriculum, participants will learn techniques to:
- Reduce caregiver distress
- Communicate effectively with their person
- Access community resources
- Become more competent caregivers for their person
The Alzheimer’s Association® is the premier source of information and support for the five million Americans with Alzheimer’s disease. Through its national network of chapters, it offers a broad range of programs and services for people with the disease, their families and caregivers and represents their interests on Alzheimer’s-related issues before federal, state and local government and with health and long-term care providers.
To find out about other classes, events, and support groups in your area, visit ALZ.org, or call the Alzheimer’s Association® at 800-272-3900.
Date and Time
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM PST
January 30
February 6, 13 & 20
From 3- 6 pm
Location
Bethel Lutheran Church
624 E Camino Colegio
Santa Maria, CA
Fees/Admission
Cost: $25
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Call 800-272-3900 to register.
Contact Information
Donna Beal
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