Posted by clegg - Thu, Apr 17, 2008, 9:02 P

Series for Caregivers

Spring Series for Caregivers

The Spring 2008 series of workshops for caregivers will be held April 30 and May 14 at Jillian’s on the Two Restaurant in Erving from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be included.

The April topic will be “Giving Care/Taking Care: Ideas for Caregivers.” Facilitator Jeannie Martin will discuss how to take care of ourselves in ways that are healthy and helpful. The session will also include practical suggestions as well as discussion and problem-solving. RSVP by April 23.

For May, Communicating while Caregiving will be featured. Ms. Martin will discuss how to use communication skills to enhance caregiving, deal with frustration, and make things easier for ourselves and our loved ones. Resources and ideas about where to turn for assistance will be included as a part of the workshop. RSVP by May 7.

$5 voluntary donation. This series is open to the public. Reservations required at 413-773-5555 Ext 234, or 978-544-2259 Ext 234, or via email .