By Paula Di Landro–Everett
Director of Center for Living and Wellness
Being a caregiver is one of the most challenging, yet rewarding jobs you can do. At our Center for Living and Wellness, we understand the importance of supporting our patients and those who provide care to them each day. Our center offers a variety of support and education for those in the caregiver role, including those whose loved ones aren’t in our hospice care.
One of the most popular and growing services is our Caregiver Coffee Breaks. These are just as the name suggests, dedicated times to take a break and be supported by other caregivers. It can be extremely helpful and healing to know that someone understands what you're going through having experienced a similar journey. Some participants have described the breaks as extended families, which they have grown to count on. Others have expressed meeting some lifetime friends.
Another helpful service is our Caregiver Connect Seminars. These cover topics related to the most pertinent needs of caregivers, and are open to family and professional caregivers and those who support caregivers. The more prepared you can be to accept the challenges of caregiving, the more successful you will feel. Some past topics have included tips for managing finances, nutrition for the caregiver and tips for developing a daily routine.
Another valuable service is our Confident Caregiver Training. This program provides caregivers hands–on education around the activities of daily living for the people in their care who are declining in physical health. Our trained clinical staff assists participants with increasing their technical skills and confidence. Participants may work with the durable medical equipment provided, role play and discuss any emotional needs.
It's also important to know that youth are one of the largest and fastest growing groups of caregivers in our community. We offer support services that cater to the developmental needs of youth who find themselves in the caregiver role.
We are honored to support caregivers. We look forward to seeing and serving you soon.
Are you feeling in need of some support? Check out our upcoming events.
Director of Center for Living and Wellness
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One of the most popular and growing services is our Caregiver Coffee Breaks. These are just as the name suggests, dedicated times to take a break and be supported by other caregivers. It can be extremely helpful and healing to know that someone understands what you're going through having experienced a similar journey. Some participants have described the breaks as extended families, which they have grown to count on. Others have expressed meeting some lifetime friends.
Another helpful service is our Caregiver Connect Seminars. These cover topics related to the most pertinent needs of caregivers, and are open to family and professional caregivers and those who support caregivers. The more prepared you can be to accept the challenges of caregiving, the more successful you will feel. Some past topics have included tips for managing finances, nutrition for the caregiver and tips for developing a daily routine.
Another valuable service is our Confident Caregiver Training. This program provides caregivers hands–on education around the activities of daily living for the people in their care who are declining in physical health. Our trained clinical staff assists participants with increasing their technical skills and confidence. Participants may work with the durable medical equipment provided, role play and discuss any emotional needs.
It's also important to know that youth are one of the largest and fastest growing groups of caregivers in our community. We offer support services that cater to the developmental needs of youth who find themselves in the caregiver role.
We are honored to support caregivers. We look forward to seeing and serving you soon.
Are you feeling in need of some support? Check out our upcoming events.
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