Caregiver Training Classes

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA, JUNE 4, 11 & 18, 2016- The Alzheimer’s Association in partnership with Rehabilitation Services of Northern California (RSNC) is pleased to present an interactive and informative way to learn the ins and outs of caregiving in a series of three trainings at the RSNC offices at 490 Golf Club Road in Pleasant Hill 10:00-2:00 pm. A lite lunch is provided.

Saturday, June 4

Stefanie Bonigut (General Session): Basics/Fundamentals of Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias; Effective Communication; and How the Disease Effects Different Aspects of Cognition

Saturday, June 11

Grace Liu (Family Session): Estimating a Person’s Capability & Maximizing Independence; and Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Rachel Main (Professional Session): Enhancing Mealtime; Hygiene & Personal Care; and Special Care Needs in Late Stage Dementia

Saturday, June 18

Rachel Main (General Session): Meaningful Activities

Heather Gray (Family Session): Caring for the Caregiver; and End of Life

Rachel Main (Professional Session): Caring for the Caregiver; and Touching the Spirit and Dealing with Loss

Register now at www.rsnc-centers.org/caregiver-training-days/ . To register over the phone or inquire about respite given on these training days, please call Bonnie Price at (925)682-6330 X110. CE’s are available for professionals who attend all three training days, and the sessions are FREE to non-professionals. More information on CE types and fees are available on the registration website. Registration is a must!

SAVE THE DATE for Caregiver Resource Day- A special day to pamper caregivers and have fun!!!

June 14 at Centre Concord 9:30 am-2:00 pm.

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