Providing care for a spouse or aging parent is hard work, both physically and emotionally. Caregivers are often so focused on the needs of others that they forget to care for themselves.
Reducing your stress and learning new tools can help both you and your loved one live a safer, more balanced life.
Connecting Point offers free classes taught by experts in the field to help caregivers sharpen their skills and reduce the stress of caregiving. Classes include:
Safe Lifting & Transferring
October 3, 2017
Learn practical skills to safely lift someone into and out of a car, chair, bed, or bathtub.
Practicing Peace
Oct 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2017 or April 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018
Build your self-care toolbox with techniques to minimize the emotional and physical effects of stress.
Confident Dementia Caregiver
November 1 & 2, 2017 or May 2 & 3, 2018
Gain a better understanding of the various types of dementia and how to care for someone with memory loss.
Disaster Preparedness
November 14, 2017
Prepare yourself and your family-member for a natural or man-made disaster.
Self-Care & Stress Reduction
February 13, 2017
Take responsibility for your self-care and identify sources of strength that can help you minimize stress.
Universal Precautions
March 13, 2018
Get tips on how to protect yourself and your loved one from communicable diseases.
These interactive classes are designed specifically for caregivers. Get the tools you need to save you time and energy and the self-care you need to save your life.
All classes are free and open to the public. Please RSVP to reserve your spot. For more information or to RSVP for classes, call Karen Bellanti at 530-274-5601 or register online.