Care Giver Series

Increasing Your Capacity for Excellent Care Series

NO COST!

Gain essential insights and skills to help you on your care-giving journey. Learn from experts how to treat your loved ones with dignity and respect as they age.

Offered by The Division of Aging & Disabilities in partnership with Carroll Community College.

• Take one or take them all.
• All classes held at Carroll Community College.
• No cost but registration is required.

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Preparing for the Big Decisions
Saturday, April 11 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Our experts will guide you in developing a plan for the legal and financial responsibilities that come with caregiving. Topics include advanced directives, power of attorney, acquiring documentation, liquidating assets and debt identification.

Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others
Saturday, June 27 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
It’s easy to neglect your own needs when caring for loved ones. This course emphasizes the importance of self-care to avoid “compassion fatigue” and maintain your health. Learn about the aging brain, understand the needs of your care recipients, and discover strategies to balance caregiving with self-care.

Hands on Skills for the Caregiver
Saturday, Aug. 1 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Get hands-on expertise to ensure the well-being and safety of your care recipients. Topics include personal care assistance, medication management, mobility aid and recognizing emergencies.

Complete Care – Building your Caregiving Blueprint
Saturday, Oct. 3 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Combine the physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects of caregiving into a unified approach. Blend practical skills, thoughtful decision-making, and emotional resilience to develop a personalized care plan that promotes dignity, sustainability, and compassion. Practice applying what you’ve learned to real-life caregiving scenarios and prepare for the ongoing journey of caregiving with excellence.