Classes for Area Agency on Aging
Current Classes
Hands-On Skills Workshop for Family Caregivers
Home health, physical therapy and nutrition experts will share invaluable tips and techniques for safe hands-on caregiving during the The Hands-On Skills Workshop for Family Caregivers. Other presentations will be delvered on topics including dementia strategies, mindful movement and compassion fatigue. The goal of the workshop is to help caregivers take care of themselves as they care for their loved ones.
Date/Time:
October 22, 2019, 9:00am
– 2:00pm
Cost:
Free
Your Partner In Serving Older Adults, Persons with Disabilities & Caregivers
This free workshop is for nonprofit, healthcare and government professional care managers. It will include an overview of the many services and resources provided by the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area.
Topics to be covered will include:
- Public Benefits
- Nutrition and Senior Center Supports
- Information and Referral Services for Persons with Disabilities and older Adults
- Care Coordination
- Caregiver Support
- Medication Screening
- Long-Term Care Application Process
- Health and Wellness Education Programs
- Ombudsman Services for Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities
Date/Time:
October 25, 2019, 9:00am
– 12:00pm
Cost:
Free