Health & Fitness
Handling the stress and emotions of caregiving
Free program Thurs., April 11, 4p, Mulberry Gardens of Southington, 58 Mulberry St. With Thomas Finn, Ph.D., psychologist
PLANTSVILLE - Caring for a person with dementia is often an emotional “whirlwind.” A free program, “Handling the Stress and Emotions of Caregiving,” will be held Thursday, April 11, 4 p.m., to give insights into emotional coping strategies that caregivers need. The event will be held at Mulberry Gardens of Southington, 58 Mulberry St. Presenter Thomas Finn, PhD., clinical psychologist, will discuss topics including: identifying major causes of stress in caring for a person with dementia; understanding how thinking styles can intensify stress reactions; learning concrete tools for managing physical health and emotional well-being; and more.
Light refreshments will be served. Seating is limited and registration is required. To RSVP, call Mulberry Gardens, 860.276.1020.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not for profit assisted living, adult day and memory care community, and a member of Hartford HealthCare Senior Services. To learn more, visit http://mulberrygardens.org.
