Caring for an Aging Parent |
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Workshop Description
Understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving. In this four-week workshop, you will find information to help prepare for and cope with taking care of an aging parent or loved one, and discover people and resources to support you.
• Register for this free workshop
• Go to the Discussion Cluster
Requirements
• Pre-requisite: None
Workshop Outline
Week One: When to Step In
• Know when to step in.
• How to discuss caregiving issues with your parent.
• Caregiver roles and responsibilities.
Week Two: Exploring Options
• Your options as a caregiver.
• Online resources & books.
• Paying for care.
• Public policy, advocacy, and the politics of caregiving.
Week Three: Finding Answers
• Housing options.
• Your emotional and physical well-being.
• Caregiving homepages.
Week Four: Monitoring Care, Review, Graduation
• Your loved one's emotional & physical stability.
• Newsletters & discussion groups.
• Test your caregiver knowledge.
• Receive your diploma!
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