Rosalyn Carter said it best: “There are only four kinds of people in the world – those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.”
Although caregiving can be very rewarding, it can also be stressful. There may be times when you feel squeezed by the demands of providing care, balancing family obligations, working, and taking care of yourself. At times you may not know where to go for answers, emotional support and practical advice, or how to get a break from your caregiving responsibilities. The UCare caregiver education classes can help provide the support you need.
The class starts in a week and lasts for 9 weeks. The times and days are listed below under classes. To register for the UCare caregiver education classes, just go to www.mountainland.org/aging then put the mouse cursor over the services tab and select classes and support groups from the drop down menu. Then just click on the UCare logo. If you have any other questions, call or e-mail me at 801-229-3818and afrary@mountainland.org. Please spread the word. There are many who desperately need the information this class provides.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
North County Caregiver Lunch Bunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
The Charleston at Cedar Hills
10020 N 4600 W, Cedar Hills
Please join us for a complimentary lunch, educational topic and plenty of time to visit with other caregivers. For additional details, call Geri Lehnardt (801) 229-3814 or glehnardt@mountainland.org
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
CARE Meeting (Caregivers Allowed to Rejuvenate & Energize)
6:00 pm
Payson Senior Center
439 West Utah Avenue, Payson
Join us for refreshments as we discuss caregiver concerns. Respite provided, if needed, for your loved one. For further details, contact Gena Bertelson (801) 623-9595.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Caregiver Support Group
3:00 pm
Bel Aire Senior Living
1088 E 390 S, American Fork
Complimentary refreshments and respite care for your loved one provided. For details, call: 801-763-0622.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
7:00 pm
Utah Valley Specialty Hospital
306 West River Bend Lane, Provo
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Alzheimers Associaton Support Group
1:00 pm
Courtyard at Jamestown
3352 N 100 E, Provo
FREE Alzheimer's Family Care Consultations are available both before and after the support group meeting. For additional details about the support group or to schedule an appointment for a care consultation, please call Mindy Hill (801) 377-3730.
Classes
If a loved one leans on you, lean on the UCARE Caregiver Guide Classes which provide hands-on training on a variety of topics to help you. All classes provide contact information for local services, websites, and publications that will help caregivers.
PAYSON
Thursdays, 9/22 -11/17
7:00 to 8:30 pm
Parkway Health
55 S. Professional Way, Payson
PROVO/OREM
Fridays, 9/22 - 11/18
10:00 to 11:30
Courtyard at Jamestown
3352 N 100 E, Provo
SPRINGVILLE/SPANISH FORK
Thursdays, 9/22 - 11/17
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Springville Senior Center
65 East 200 South, Springville
HIGHLAND/ALPINE
Tuesday, 9/20 - 11/15
6:00 to 7:30
River Meadows Assisted Living
137 Red Pine Dr., Alpine
To register for the UCare caregiver education classes, just go to www.mountainland.org/aging then put the mouse over the services tab and select classes and support groups from the drop down menu. Then just click the UCare logo.If you have any other questions, call or e-mail me at 801-229-3818 and afrary@mountainland.org.
Adult Protective Services
Wednesday, September 21,2011
11:00-12:00
Provo Regional Center room #5060
150 East Center Street Provo.
Adult Protective Services is hosting a class that gives an overview of what they do, indicators of abuse/neglect/exploitation, and abuse prevention. The class is free but they ask that you RSVP. To register for the class, contact Darrin Lee(ddlee@utah.gov, 801-368-6518) or Kiri Brough (kbrough@utah.gov, 801-819-6442)
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