1 Education by phone: Held the second Tuesday
of every month
Making the Move: Choosing a Nursing Home, Alzheimer’s Unit or Assisted Living Facility
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
noon to 1 p.m.
Moving our loved ones to a residential facility can be one of the hardest decisions we are faced with. Safety, affordability, quality care, fun and friendship all factor into this important decision. Join us to learn a step by step decision-making process, and receive a workbook that will help guide you through this transition.
2 Webinars: Live interactive programs conducted through the internet
Gadgets, Gizmos and Technology to Make Alzheimer’s Care Safer and Less Stressful
Thursday, May 12, 2016
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
You don’t have to spend a lot of money or be an expert in technology to take advantage of the many gadgets and gizmos available today. From high-tech monitors to automatic pill dispenser to sensors in the home, learn how to utilize technology to make caregiving safer and less stressful.
How Anyone Can Use Art to Help a Person with Alzheimer’s
Thursday, May 26, 2016
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
OR
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Regardless of skill level, many people with dementia find great emotional and cognitive benefit in making or even viewing art. Join us as we learn the basics from a registered art therapist and licensed clinical counselor. Learn some simple tools you can use at home to aid with communication, mood, and behavior management. No art background required!
