Caregiver trainings begin in April at Elder Services
By Bea Cowlin, LSW
More and more family members are taking on the role of caregiver. We know that caregivers have unique needs many responsibilities, which if not addressed, can lead to caregiver burnout. Beginning in April, Elder Services, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, will present “Alzheimer’s Care Partners Education Series," six, two-hour training sessions specifically developed for caregivers. Presenters will include Marcia McKenzie, M.Ed., Manager, Western Massachusetts Alzheimer’s Association, Joan Nimmo, LICSW, LMSW, Geriatric Care Manager, and Attorney Virginia Stanton Smith. They will offer important information on Alzheimer’s disease and facilitate discussion on what caregivers need and on how they can better cope with the increased stress that comes with caregiving.
Each session will be from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Elder Services, 66 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, and there is no commitment to attend all of the sessions. See the schedule opposite.
Caregivers are welcome and encouraged to attend all of the sessions, but may attend only those that interest them. For further information on this series or for information on the Family Caregiver Support Program, please call Pat Morrissey or Bea Cowlin, Caregiver Coordinators, at 499-0524 or 800-544-5242.
There is no fee, but registration is required. To register, call Louisa or Faith at 499-0524 or 1-800-544-5242.
