Stress Busting for Family Caregivers of Those with Dementia

The Stress Busting Program is a free evidence-based program that provides support for family or other unpaid caregivers (not professionals) who face stress while providing care to those with Dementia. Each participant receives a free workbook and materials. Participants will also learn 8 stress-management techniques that can be used and managed in-home. The progam will run for 9 Thursday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at the Midvale Senior Center. The program is free, but a reservation is required. All participants must start on week one and commit to attend the full program. Jun 18: Getting Started in Stress Busting methods Jun 25: Effects on the Mind, Body and Spirit Jul 2: Caregiver Stress Relaxation Jul 9: Challenging Behaviors associated with Dementia Jul16: Grief, Loss and Depression Jul 23: Coping with Stress Jul 30: Positive Thinking Aug 6: Taking Care of You: Healthy Living Aug 13: Choosing a Path to Wellness Attendees are unable to bring the person they care for with them to workshops. Thank you for your understanding. Reasonable ADA Accommodations available upon request (Please provide at least a one week notice). If you have questions about this program, please contact Kathy at 385-468-3281.