The Savvy Caregiver is a class designed to help those caring for an aging family member who has memory loss, Alzheimer’s or dementia. Upcoming class: Jan. 20 – Feb. 17, 2010 – Each Wednesday from 5:30 – 7:30 pm Cost is $30 for materials. Call Health Passport Office at 303-629-4921 to register. www.stanthonycentral.org/seniorhealthcenter
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Savvy Caregiver Class – Caring for Aging Family Members
Your Caregiver Role – How to Handle an Uninvolved Sibling When You Need Help
Acting as a caregiver for a sick parent is difficult enough in and of itself, but one thing that often increases the stress is the way different siblings deal with the crisis. Too often, one sibling ends up shouldering the entire burden, which causes bad feelings all around. The siblings who are not helping with [...]
Starting Out Right – The Family Meeting
When it becomes clear that a family member requires care, it can be a daunting position to. Too often, when faced with this prospect, families tend to allow one family member to take the lead – and most of the burden – and then step away. This is way too much pressure for one person [...]
