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Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving
Free Class for Family Caregivers Scheduled in San Mateo
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This class gives caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and other brain impairments the tools they need to reduce stress and prevent burnout. Topics addressed include learning how to reduce anger, guilt and depression; communicating more effectively with family and healthcare providers; and making difficult caregiving decisions. Participants will also receive a copy of the The Caregiver Helpbook, 300 pages of advice specifically designed for caregivers.
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Thursdays
May 9, 16, 23, 30 and June 6, 13 |
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9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m |
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Mills Health Center, 4th Floor Classroom
100 South San Mateo Drive, San Mateo |
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Participation is free. This program is funded in part by the Older Americans act, administered locally by the County of San Mateo Aging and Adult Services. |
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Donna Schempp, M.S.W.
Family Caregiver Alliance
(800) 445-8106 |
Founded in 1977, Family Caregiver Alliance is a nationally-recognized information center on long-term care and the lead agency in California's system of statewide Caregiver Resource Centers. Services include information, publications, educational programs, care planning consultations, respite assistance, research and program development. Additionally, through its National Center on Caregiving, FCA works to advance the development of caregiver support programs in every state in the country. For more information, visit www.caregiver.org, call Family Caregiver Alliance at (800) 445-8106, or email info@caregiver.org.
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