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Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown: How to Handle Challenges of Dementia
January 31 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
FreeInstructor: Kathy Winn, Sales and Marketing Director, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 31, 1-3pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by Monday, January 29th at 10am. Lunch will be provided! Please let us know in advance if you have dietary restrictions.
***This event is being held in-person only!***
This presentation will give you the tools to overcome the difficult moments you and your loved one may face. Some topics we will cover are:
– Redirecting your loved one to help deescalate a moment of anger, anxiety, or frustration.
– What is sundowning, and what can be done to minimize its effect?
– How to create an environment that helps your loved one feel successful by focusing on the skills they still have.
– How to communicate with a person with dementia.
– How to take care of yourself and not lose yourself in the process of caring for a loved one with dementia.
– Resources that are available when you need help.