This program is designed to assist those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia or memory loss and living at home. Creating Confident Caregivers is a 6-week evidence-based online program designed to provide family caregivers in Michigan with information and tools for managing daily life, behavior, resources and their own well-being. Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, May 25 – June 29, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. EST, with an optional Zoom orientation on Wednesday, May 18.A computer or device with internet connection, webcam, microphone and email address is needed to attend. Prior to the first session, … Continue reading

Benefits to You Walk With Ease will help you: Motivate yourself to get in great shape, Walk safely and comfortably Improve your flexibilityThe Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. If you can be on your feet for 10 minutes without increased pain, you can have success with Walk With Ease. This is a self-guided walking program with six weeks of on-line class support to help you stay motivated and build confidence, while you learn to safely increase physical activity. There will be an opportunity for a group walking … Continue reading

This three-part online Dementia training series is for caregivers of people with dementia. Each class is an hour long.August 25: The Dementia Overview for Family and Friends online class provides information about dementia as a disease, how the disease affects more than just memory, the role of confusion, and communication skills as well as providing strategies and techniques useful for daily interaction with individuals living with dementia. September 1: Planning Activities for Persons with Dementia online class provides information on engaging activities and assisting individuals with dementia in a way that promotes contented involvement, as well as strategies and techniques … Continue reading

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a highly effective self-care workshop for family caregivers. Research studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact on their physical and emotional health. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers online program will provide caregivers tools to help reduce stress and increase relaxation, make tough decisions, reduce guilt, anger and depression, communicate effectively, set … Continue reading