Elder Services presents:
Alzheimer’s Care Partners Education Series
Elder Services will be hosting six, stand-alone, two-hour education training sessions for family caregivers and others seeking information about Alzheimer’s disease. These sessions will be from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Elder Services, 66 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield. Trainers from the MA Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, Elder Services and Attorney Virginia Stanton Smith will present.
1. April 8 • What is Dementia?
• Normal aging vs. dementia
• Related Disorders
• How to obtain a diagnosis
• How to talk to your doctor
2. April 15 • Best Ways to Interact with the Person
• Communication
• Common behaviors associated with Alzheimer’s
• How to prevent wandering and restlessness
3. April 22 • How to Plan for the Future
• Legal & financial matters
• Advanced care planning
4. April 29 • How to Care for the Person at Home
• How to structure the day
• How to help with personal care
• Safety issues-in the home, driving
5. May 6 • Asking for Help
• When is it time to ask for help?
• Local resources
• How to select appropriate care services
6. May 13 • Taking Care of Yourself
• Warning signs of caregiver stress
• Respite
• Coping strategies
To register, please call Faith or Beth at 499-0524 or
1-800-544-5242
This series is funded in part by a grant from Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. and the Executive Office of Elder Affairs.
Please note: This education series is not intended for professional caregivers.
