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.
Learn about community programs, clubs, community services and other local resources and their important role in helping loved ones remain socially engaged and avoid loneliness.
This ACAP program will assist participants to demonstrate knowledge about:
1) The relationship between aging, missed medications, medication errors and non-compliance;
2) Strategies for assessing a parent’s physical, mental and environmental risk factors for missed
medications, medication errors, and non-compliance; and
3) Specific and practical tips for preventing missed medications, medication errors, and non-
compliance in the home and in the community.
Become more educated about trends relative to working while also providing care for an aging parent, supportive workplace policies, and strategies for balancing the many demands of working outside the home while also caring for one’s family and older loved ones.
Learn how to balance the many roles of caregiving, family, home, work and one's own health and wellbeing.
Participants will gain knowledge regarding Medicaid eligibility requirements and services. They will learn: (1) how to access federal Medicaid websites to complete eligibility paperwork and download the current year's Medicaid manual; (2) how to access city, county, or state websites and phone numbers to complete Medicaid eligibility paperwork; and (3) how to determine health and medical professionals accepting coverage and seek answers to questions.
Sustaining Partner
formerly United Church Homes and Services