Category: Support Groups/Caregiver Resources
ACAP Launch Meeting!
August 21st, 2018 by Dave Abrams
Hello friends, The Steering Committee of ACAP Winston-Salem (Adult Children of Aging Parents) is happy to announce our first meeting: Tuesday, September 18 5:30 – 7:00 PM Knollwood Baptist Church 330 Knollwood St. Winston-Salem, NC 27104 Topic: Choosing and Using Services in Your Community Format: Moderator led Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Althea Taylor-Jones Panelists: Faith Based Resources …
F.T.D. Support Group for Caregivers of Person with Frontotemporal Dementia
July 2nd, 2018 by Dave Abrams
Our F.T.D. Support Group is for caregivers of persons with a diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia. This open monthly group will provide the space and support to reflect on the unique role of being a care partner to a person with FTD. The group will be led by mental health professionals and a physician. This support group is free. Anyone can participate in this…
Honoring Our Personal Experiences (H.O.P.E.) Support Group
July 2nd, 2018 by Dave Abrams
This 10-week confidential group is available to persons with a diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or Early Stage Dementia and their care partners. H.O.P.E. will cover a variety of issues including interpersonal relationships, stress management, and feelings of isolation. The group will be facilitated by a physician and mental health professionals from the Memory Counseling Program. It is free. Meetings will be held…
Caregivers Advocating, Partnering, Empowering & Supporting (C.A.P.E.S.)
July 2nd, 2018 by Dave Abrams
This 8-week confidential group is for those providing care to a person experiencing memory loss as a result of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. CAPES will cover a variety of topics related to memory loss. It will provide space and support to reflect on the unique role of being a care partner. The group is led by mental health professionals from the Memory Counseling…
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
April 5th, 2018 by Dave Abrams
Caring for an older relative or friend with a chronic illness such as dementia, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease or stroke can be stressful physically, emotionally and financially. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. You Will Learn To: Reduce stress; Improve self-confidence; Better communicate…
Accepting the Challenge: Providing the BEST CARE for People with DEMENTIA
March 12th, 2018 by Dave Abrams
Caregiver Education Mark Your Calendar Module 1 What is Dementia? Tuesday March 13 4:30pm Module 2 Skill Building Tuesday April 10 4:30pm Module 3 Ways of Helping Tuesday May 8 4:30pm Module 4 Meaningful Day and Dealing with Problem Behavior Tuesday June 12 4:30pm WILLIAMS ADULT Day CENTER 231 Melrose Street Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Please RSVP as space is…
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
March 5th, 2018 by Dave Abrams
Caring for an older relative or friend with a chronic illness such as dementia, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease or stroke can be stressful physically, emotionally and financially. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. You Will Learn To: Reduce stress; Improve self-confidence; Better communicate your…
PIEDMONT PLUS Silver Arts Call for Entries
February 21st, 2018 by Dave Abrams
Categories: Literary Arts: Essay, Life Experience, Poem, Short Story, My Favorite Memory Heritage Arts: Basket Weaving, Jewelry, Pottery, Stained Glass, Weaving, China Painting, Knitting, Quilting, Tatting & Needlelace, Woodcarving, Crocheting, Needlework, Rugs, Tole/Dec Painting, Woodworking, Wall Hangings, Woodturning Visual Arts: Acrylics, Drawing, Mixed Media, Oil Pastels, Photography, Sculpture, Watercolor Performing Arts: Soloist, Group, Cheerleaders Registration forms available at all Recreation…
Caregiver Academy
February 7th, 2018 by Dave Abrams
EQUIPPING CONFIDENT CAREGIVERS in the PIEDMONT ABOUT THE ACADEMY Caregiving is a challenging role that is draining and often underappreciated. Most caregivers have to dive in with no training and little support. Caregiver Academy provides practical education and support one class at a time, so you can be a confident, courageous and competent caregiver for your loved one. Classes for 2018 are listed below. Register for as…
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
December 26th, 2017 by Dave Abrams
Caring for an older relative or friend with a chronic illness such as dementia, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease or stroke can be stressful physically, emotionally and financially. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. You Will Learn To: Reduce stress; Improve self-confidence; Better communicate…