FREE AGING & CAREGIVER EDUCATIONAL SERIES COMING TO PLACERVILLE

Published on September 26, 2024

FREE AGING AND CAREGIVER EDUCATIONAL SERIES
 COMING TO PLACERVILLE IN OCTOBER 2024

(PLACERVILLE, CA) –The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Area Agency on Aging Family Caregiver Support Program will present a free, four-part series on senior caregiving in October 2024. The educational series will provide instruction and support for people who currently care for or plan to care for a family member or friend aged 60 and older.

“This valuable series will include in-depth information about Alzheimer’s disease, tips to better communicate with a person affected by dementia, and information on local supports and resources for caregivers,” said Jordan Brushia, Program Coordinator with the El Dorado County Area Agency on Aging. “The County is proud to partner with the Alzheimer's Association of Northern California to offer the series.”

Classes will be held on Wednesdays, October 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2024, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring Street, Placerville CA. The series topics are as follows:

OCTOBER 9: Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that can interfere with daily life. Participants of this class will learn the ten common warning signs of Alzheimer’s and what to watch for in themselves and others. The class will cover typical age-related changes, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis and the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

OCTOBER 16: Understanding Alzheimer's - Alzheimer’s is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. During this class, participants will learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s disease, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available to address symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

OCTOBER 23: Effective Communication Strategies – During this class, caregivers will learn how to decode verbal and behavioral communication of someone with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Participants will leave with strategies for meaningful connection with people who are in early, middle and late-stage dementia.

OCTOBER 30: Navigating Resources – The educational series will wrap up with this class provided by staff from the El Dorado County Family Caregiver Support and Senior Information & Assistance Programs. During the class, participants will learn about local resources and supports for caregivers, including county services for providers, legal support, respite services, support groups, long-term care, palliative care, care coordination, and other services within the County of El Dorado. Time for questions and answers will be included at the end of the class.

Participants of the educational series may attend any or all the classes. All classes and materials are offered free of charge; voluntary contributions are gratefully accepted. The classes will be given as an educational opportunity only; no solicitation of services will be presented.

For questions about the educational series please call (530) 621-6151, email FCSP@edcgov.us, or scan the provided QR code with a smartphone.

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