Positive Caregiving
These classes cover many aspects of caregiving, such as the impact of caregiving on lifestyle, preparing to be a new caregiver, basics of dementia, stress management, and responding effectively to difficult situations.
Basics of Dementia: Memory, Emotions & Behavior
This class is the introductory class in the Positive Caregiving series and is presented by Dr. Leilani Doty. The other Positive Caregiving classes are read by Polly Anderson, former voice of the Health in a Heartbeat daily radio series.
View part 1: Treatable Memory Disorders
Additional material:
Basics part 1 transcript updated 3/06
View part 2: Vascular Memory Disorders
Additional material:
Basics part 2 transcript updated 3/06
View part 3: Progressive Memory Disorders
Additional material:
Basics part 3 transcript updated 3/06
Positive Caregiving
View class: Relaxation Training
Additional material:
- Outside Class Activities (optional)
View class: The ABCs of Positive Thinking
Additional material:
- Outside Class Activities (optional)
View class: Increasing Caregiver Emotional Well-Being
Additional material:
- Outside Class Activities (optional)
View class: Assertive Responding in Caregiving Situations
Additional material:
- Outside Class Activities (optional)
View class: Managing Challenging Caregiving Situations
Additional material:
- Outside Class Activities (optional)
If
you would like to speak with someone in
person about the classes, please call us
toll-free at 1-866-260-2466.
See references used in development of the Positive Caregiving Series
Florida Elder Helpline: 1-800-963-5337 National Eldercare Locator: 1-800-677-1116
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