REST is a unique training program where you receive education and tools needed to provide respite care to individuals across the lifespan.REST (Respite Education & Support Tools) is an originally designed educational course that provides respite training to individuals who want to offer care to those in need and provide assistance to their caregivers. As a REST-trained companion, you spend one-on-one time with seniors or those in need, giving the gift of your time to provide a valuable service. The ultimate goal of this training course is to assist individuals to become effective companions and respite volunteers.

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 program will provide caregivers tools to help reduce stress and increase relaxation, make tough decisions, reduce guilt, anger and depression, communicate effectively, set goals … 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

This three-part online series provides useful information and tools designed for caregivers of people with dementia.During the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia, recognize stages of dementia, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors, learn strategies and benefits of self-care and how to build a support network. Each session is an hour long. Dementia Caregiving Series will be held on Tuesdays, … Continue reading

This three-part online series provides useful information and tools designed for caregivers of people with dementia.During the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia, recognize stages of dementia, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors, learn strategies and benefits of self-care and how to build a support network. Each session is an hour long. Dementia Caregiving Series will be held on Thursdays, … Continue reading

Savvy Caregiver is recognized as a leading evidence-based dementia family caregiver training program.Savvy Caregiver is designed to provide the most relevant dementia knowledge, skills, and mastery to support family members as they provide care for their relative or friend living with dementia. Savvy Caregiver has been proven to decrease family caregiver distress, burden, and depression, while increasing caregivers’ sense of competence and confidence in their care role.

This three-part online series provides useful information and tools designed for caregivers of people with dementia.During the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia, recognize stages of dementia, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors, learn strategies and benefits of self-care and how to build a support network. Each session is an hour long.Dementia Caregiving Series will be held on Tuesdays, March … Continue reading