Prairie State Wire

Toolbox Talk For Dementia Caregivers

Date and Time

Thursday Mar 30, 202311:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

Location

Elderday Center328 W. Wilson StreetBatavia, IL 60510

328 W. Wilson Street Batavia IL 60510

Fees/Admission

No cost to attend.Lunch will be provided; but space is limited.

Register to attend on EventBrite.

Website

https://www.elderdaycenter.org/

Contact Information

Elderday Center 630-761-9750, to register, please go:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toolbox-talk-for-dementia-caregivers-tickets-565452582897

Description

Are you a family caregiver? Do you need help with dementia care? Join us for an engaging presentation that will empower & equip you with tools to navigate dementia care. This workshop will provide relevant information for:

• The diagnosis of dementia • Insights into effective approaches •
• Communication techniques for caregivers • Gaining a better understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and its process •
• Learning to ease the journey for you and your loved one

Presented by Paula Gibson, a certified dementia practitioner and founder of Dementia211, who has been a family and professional caregiver to those living with dementia for over a decade. Hosted by Elderday Center, an organization that specializes in providing dementia-friendly therapeutic adult day services to enhance the quality of life, cognition, socialization, and overall wellness for adults and seniors.

or more information about Elderday Center, visit our website, or call us for a tour at 630-761-9750. Sponsored by InStep Behavioral Health, an organization whose services range from talk therapy, counseling, and medication management to coaching and self-help blogs. Whenever you are ready, InStep is ready to meet you, where you are in life, and in the manner that works best for you.

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