Family Caregiver University

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Caregiver Resource Network (CRN) is a group of allied professionals and informal caregivers, meeting bi-monthly and engaging in education and conversation around best practices, success stories, new services, and current research. Learn more at www.caregiverresource.net

A FREE one-hour informational session that provides an overview of dementia, early warning signs and symptoms, and communication strategies. This program is a great starting point for families, caregivers, and professionals to gain a deeper understanding of the disease and start developing a person-centered care plan. All sessions are conveniently located both in-person and via Zoom. www.aaawm.org/dfmi

What is Family Caregiver University?

Family Caregiver University (FCU) offers monthly educational presentations for caregivers, providing education, support, and comradery to increase confidence in caregiving and decrease feelings of isolation. From strategies to avoid burnout, to increasing well-being, to advance care planning, FCU offers a wide variety of programs that may spark your interest!

How can it support you?

Caregiving is both rewarding and challenging. All FCU classes are taught by community experts to provide training and support.

Next Session

PRESENTATION

Join us as we bring back one of our most popular Family Caregiver University class series- Community Resources A to Z! In this first session, you will learn about a variety of options for care in a home-based setting, such as Kent County Senior Millage, CareManagement services, Medicare, Medicaid (including Choice Waiver), PACE, private duty home care, Adult Day Care, respite services and much more.

SPEAKERS

  • Andrea Westendorp, LLMSW, Contract Administrator – Caregiver Services, AAAWM
  • Bob Callery, LMSW, MMAP Regional Coordinator, AAAWM
  • Liz Barnett, LMSW, Outreach Specialist, AAAWM
  • Rashea Nidefski, LBSW, Community Outreach Representative, Care Resources PACE

REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Or call (616) 456-5664

 

PRESENTATION
This class will focus on the transition to long-term care when it comes to that time. The panel will discuss the differences between assisted living settings and skilled nursing facilities, your rights as a resident in these facilities, and general cost information. Emphasis will also be on helping caregivers identify ways to be proactive when looking into options for this loved one.

SPEAKERS

  • Andrea Westendorp, LLMSW, Contract Administrator – Caregiver Services, AAAWM
  • Angela Goetz, CDP- State Certified Long-Term Care Ombudsman
  • Bob Callery, LMSW- MMAP Regional Coordinator, AAAWM
  • Liz Barnett, LMSW- Outreach Specialist, AAAWM
  • Sandi Wake, CPRS, CSA- Certified Senior Advisor, CarePatrol of Western Michigan

REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Or call (616) 456-5664

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