Education calendar
ABCs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Saturday, March 13, 2010 (second of two sessions)
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monona Public Library
1000 Nichols Road, Monona
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. Advance registration requested; call 608.232.3400 or 888.308.6251.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Fridays, March 19 - April 23, 2010
9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
West Square Building, Room 213
505 Broadway St., Baraboo
Powerful Tools for Caregiving is designed for family caregivers (not professional caregivers) of frail elders or persons with dementia or other chronic disease, long-term illness or disability. Learn skills to help you in your caregiving role: reduce stress and guilt, set goals and solve problems, and take care of YOU. Includes The Caregiver Helpbook. Presented by Carol Olson, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance and Sue Nagelkerk, Sauk County UW Extension. Limited class size. Call to reserve your spot (let us know if you need respite care): 608.355.3250.
Introduction to Alzheimer's and dementia: Getting started
Friday, March 19, 2010
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Brodhead Library
1207 25th St., Brodhead
Learn about dementia and its warning signs, what to do if you are concerned about yourself or someone you know, and how the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance (ADAW) can help. Call 608.232.3400 or 888.308.6251to register.
ABCs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Tuesdays, March 23 and 30, 2010
5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Portage Library
253 West Edgewater St., Portage
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 guest: Dr. Kurt Hansen. Advance registration requested; call 608.232.3400 or 888.308.6251.
Savvy Caregiver
Thursdays, March 25 - April 29, 2010
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Dean Clinic East, Onyx Room
1821 S. Stoughton Rd.,
Madison
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. This program can help you make changes that will benefit you and your entire family. Cost is only $30 per person. Scholarships are available and respite option may be available. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required. Contact Pat Wilson or Danielle Thai: 608.232.3400 or 888.308.6251.
Introduction to Alzheimer's and dementia: Getting started
Thursday, March 25, 2010
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital,
Devil's Lake Conference Room
80 First St., Prairie du Sac
Learn about dementia and its warning signs, what to do if you are concerned about yourself or someone you know, and how the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance (ADAW) can help. Call 608.232.3400 or 888.308.6251to register.