Events

Monthly Family Caregiver Education
Date: 10/12/2009

Monday, October 12, 2009, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Alzheimer's Association, 517 North Segoe Road, Madison

Join us for this program series designed especially for caregivers. October's topic is "Late stage and end of life care." Jody Curley, Alzheimer's Association, discusses ways to provide care and comfort during the late stages of dementia. No registration necessary, just drop in. Questions? Call us at 608.232.3400.

Savvy Caregiver
Date: 10/12/2009
Through: 11/16/2009

Mondays, October 12-November 16, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., West Square Building, 505 Broadway St., Baraboo
Call Carol Olson at 608.742.9055

Taking care of a person with Alzheimer's is specialized work that goes beyond our usual role as spouse or child. To do this work successfully, you need special skills and knowledge. The six-week Savvy Caregiver training series helps participants experience success as caregivers by focusing on the skills needed to accomplish the principal task of the family caregiver — managing day-to-day life. Cost is only $30 per person. Scholarships are available. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required.

Savvy Caregiver
Date: 10/13/2009
Through: 11/17/2009

Tuesdays, October 13 - November 17, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Dodge Point Country Club, 1771 County Road YD, Mineral Point
Call Deanna Truedson at 608.843.3402

Taking care of a person with Alzheimer's is specialized work that goes beyond our usual role as spouse or child. To do this work successfully, you need special skills and knowledge. The six-week Savvy Caregiver training series helps participants experience success as caregivers by focusing on the skills needed to accomplish the principal task of the family caregiver — managing day-to-day life. Cost is only $30 per person. Scholarships are available. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required.

ABCs of Alzheimer's and Dementia
Date: 10/15/2009
Through: 10/22/2009

Thursdays, October 15 and 22, 6:00 - 8:15 p.m., Wisconsin Community Bank, 8240 Mineral Point Rd., Madison

Two-part education series for families of persons diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. It is designed to enhance your understanding of the disease as well as help you learn how it affects your loved one and how to effectively deal with it day-to-day. First session guests are Drs. Kim and Gail Petersen, ElderAdvocates. Advance registration requested; call 608.232.3400 or 800.272.3900.

Savvy Caregiver
Date: 10/15/2009
Through: 11/19/2009

Thursdays, October 15 – November 19, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., UW Richland, Melvill Hall, Room 408, 1200 Hwy 14 West, Richland Center
Call Deanna Truedson at 608.843.3402

Taking care of a person with Alzheimer's is specialized work that goes beyond our usual role as spouse or child. To do this work successfully, you need special skills and knowledge. The six-week Savvy Caregiver training series helps participants experience success as caregivers by focusing on the skills needed to accomplish the principal task of the family caregiver — managing day-to-day life. Cost is only $30 per person. Scholarships are available. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required.

Monthly Family Caregiver Education
Date: 11/09/2009

Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Alzheimer's Association, second floor, 517 North Segoe Road, Madison