Few are prepared for the challenges of caring for a family member or friend, especially when memory loss and confusion are part of the picture. This two-hour overview introduces the latest, most effective strategies for dementia care, and will be helpful for caregivers of all levels of experience. We will cover basics of dementia, mindfulness-based stress reduction, effective communication, activities of daily living, challenging behaviors, how to engage, and finding information and assistance. Sponsored by Catholic Charities CYO San Carlos Adult Day Services, and supported by a grant from the Peninsula Health Care District.
Please register in advance by calling Catholic Charities CYO San Carlos Adult Day Services at 650.592.9325.
DTSTART:20121115T030000Z DTEND:20121115T030000Z DTSTAMP:20130525T003850 LAST-MODIFIED:20091112T011143Z LOCATION:San Carlos PRIORITY:5 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY;LANGUAGE=en-us:New Dementia Care Strategies For The Family Caregiver TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:20130525T003850-1704573538-smcl.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Few are prepared for the challenges of caring for a family member or friend, especially when memory loss and confusion are part of the picture. This two-hour overview introduces the latest, most effective strategies for dementia care, and will be helpful for caregivers of all levels of experience. We will cover basics of dementia, mindfulness-based stress reduction, effective communication, activities of daily living, challenging behaviors, how to engage, and finding information and assistance. Sponsored by Catholic Charities CYO San Carlos Adult Day Services, and supported by a grant from the Peninsula Health Care District. Please register in advance by calling Catholic Charities CYO San Carlos Adult Day Services at 650.592.9325.