Every Community is unique and every family situation is unique. This introductory presentation will provide an overview of the array of residential options and resources available to people in your community as they age.
Many older adults, as well as their families, experience stress and anxiety regarding the cost of medical and long-term care. Learn about sources of funding to help offset medical and long-term care expenses, including long-term care insurance, federal and state programs, VA benefits, and more.
The options for paying for long-term care are limited. Did you know that Medicare will not pay for home care or assisted living community care? Do you know what Medicaid provides? Are you aware of the Veterans Administration Aid and Attendance benefit? Most families do not realize their limited options until they are in a crisis—usually when their loved one is about to be discharged from a hospital. Making decisions while in a crisis can be stressful and result in bad choices. This discussion is intended to provide information prior to a crisis or loss of functional or cognitive capacity. Learn how to best find, get and pay for good long-term care.
This program will provide an overview of hospice care, when it might be most appropriate, and the benefits of hospice. Holly and Jackie will also explain anticipatory grief and how to cope with it.
Learn about Veterans Affairs programs that may benefit veterans and their spouses. Become more informed regarding health, medical care and service coverage.
This program will help adult-children understand the concept of aging in place, assess their parents’ homes for safety and accessibility concerns, and become familiar with potential home remodeling and modifications […]
Participants will understand communication changes related to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. They will develop strategies for connecting with the person with dementia by "entering" the persons perspective/view of current reality. They will also develop strategies for communication throughout the course of the disease including the use of gestures, behaviors and use of the senses.
Become more knowledgeable about the services and resources available in the local community--especially as it relates to hurricane preparedness for people who are aging and their caregivers.
This ACAP program will assist participants in developing long-distance knowledge about and skills to:
1) Compile and manage parental records before an emergency occurs;
2) Recognize the signs of depression, neglect and/or abuse;
3) Put in place strategies for making home visits and long-distance contacts more productive;
4) Research and manage technology and other resources to enhance parents’ safety and engagement
in their home community; and
5) Evaluate the need for new or changes in in-home, residential-care and/or community support
services.
Gain a better understanding of and learn tips to help manage the daily challenges of living with a parent or other family member with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia.
Sustaining Partner
formerly United Church Homes and Services