CANCELED - Alzheimer's Association: Empowering Caregiver Series, Effective Communication (VIRTUAL)
Wednesday, September 186:30—7:30 PMONLINEBeebe Library345 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
This is a Virtual program.
THE EMPOWERED CAREGIVER
- Building Foundations of Caregiving explores the role of caregivers and the changes they may experience, building a support team, and managing caregiver stress.
- 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.
- Communicating Effectively teaches how dementia affects communication, including tips for communicating well with family, friends, and healthcare professionals.
- 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.
- Exploring Care and Support Services examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care, and end-of-life care.
Speaker's Bio
The Alzheimer’s Association provides care and support to those affected by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia through free, high-quality education programs. Explore our convenient learning opportunities focused on Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving, communication, and more.