October 15, 2007

Lifespan to Host Information & Inspiration for Caregivers in November

In recognition of National Caregiving Month, Lifespan is hosting a month-long series of free workshops for caregivers of older adults. The series, Information & Inspiration for Caregivers, is sponsored by Preferred Care.Fact: About 25% of American families are caregiving for family members. The average caregiver is a 47 year-old employed woman.

Workshop List

Your Family Finances and Paying for Nursing Home Care

When Home Alone Isn’t Safe

She’s Being Discharged When & I Need to Do What?!

Should My Parents Be DrivingOpen Discussion: The Stress of Caring for Parents and Your Children (The Sandwich Generation)

Coping Techniques for Stressed Caregivers

The “G” Forces of Caregiving (Guilt, Grief & Grace)

Total Recall: Understanding Memory and Aging

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