Jul 10 2015
Yesterday I attended a training provided by the Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter, and it reminded what a great resource the organization is for persons with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss-and their family caregivers. The Alzheimer’s Association website has multiple features, including education for persons with dementia and their caregivers. The online Caregiver Center provides information …
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Jun 18 2015
It’s the day before the annual Caregiving Symposium as I write this. We’re expecting a large crowd, and we hope that each person finds helpful information and feels more empowered as a caregiver when they leave. But we know there are many working caregivers who are unable to attend this weekday event, many who won’t …
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Apr 14 2015
Looking for one place to learn a lot about caregiving? Boulder County Area Agency on Aging once again presents the Caregiving Symposium, a free educational event for families and friends of older adults— or for anyone interested in the topic of family caregiving. The Symposium offers a unique opportunity to learn about local resources and gain a better understanding of caregiving issues. This …
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Apr 10 2015
Take a spring stroll to help homeless pets on May 2nd The Dumb Friends League Furry Scurry dog walk returns to Washington Park for its 22nd year on Saturday, May 2. This Fido-friendly Colorado classic brings together thousands of pets and people for one common goal—to help homeless animals in our community. Animal lovers and …
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Mar 05 2015
Where to live? Independent living, assisted living, nursing home, or continuing care community? What services does each offer, and how do you know which is most appropriate for your older loved one. Making the right choice along the continuum of housing options can be confusing, but plenty of helpful information is available. Here’s a start. Residents in independent living situations live in their …
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Feb 03 2015
by Emily Cooper Training courses for family caregivers are well worth taking—they teach essential skills that can help caregivers feel greater confidence and less stress. Boulder County Area Agency on Aging offers two of these courses throughout the year, and both will start next in February. The National Caregiver Training Program is a 21-hour course (meets …
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Jan 22 2015
by Emily Cooper It’s traditional to make resolutions this time of year, and there are a few that make sense for family caregivers of older adults. Choose to be positive. Caring for an ill or dying person is difficult, but we don’t have to consider it a burden. Neither is it realistic to pretend it’s …
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Nov 07 2014
by Emily Cooper ADRC-Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado, staffed by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, provides information and referral to older (60+), adults with disabilities, and family caregivers. One tool the ADRC uses is the website www.BoulderCountyHelp.org. A key feature of this site is a comprehensive service directory—but there’s much more to be found. Start by selecting Seniors …
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Oct 06 2014
by Emily Cooper For busy caregivers who may be overwhelmed with written materials and too many details, it can be helpful to learn caregiving skills in a more entertaining and visual way. There are numerous websites that offer videos about caregiving, which often feature “real people in real circumstances facing real challenges,” that can make learning more enjoyable. Terra Nova Films (a …
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Sep 10 2014
by Emily Cooper Training courses for family caregivers are well worth taking—they teach essential skills that can help caregivers feel greater confidence and less stress. Boulder County Area Agency on Aging offers two of these courses throughout the year, and both will start next in October. The National Caregiver Training Program is a 21-hour course …
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Aug 14 2014
by Emily Cooper You’ve just become a caregiver for an older loved one who is frail, ill, or disabled. Understandably, you may feel overwhelmed by your new responsibilities and confused about where to turn. Fortunately, there is a wealth of educational resources that can help you feel more confident in your caregiver role. For an overview of caregiving and tips on …
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Jul 08 2014
by Emily Cooper When you’re a “family” caregiver—someone who provides part or full-time support for an older loved one—it’s easy to become so focused on your care recipient’s needs that you ignore or forget about your own. In the short term, you may get away with putting yourself on the back burner; but if your caregiving lasts for some time, neglecting your own needs …
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