The Schmieding Home Caregiver Training Program of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will hold a free family caregiver workshop Nov.16 for those who would like to learn about caring for an adult with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
The workshop will be held 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging at 629 Jack Stephens Dr.
For information or to register, call 501-526-6500, or email rahoward@uams.edu. Parking is available on the Parking 3 deck at the corner of Capitol Avenue and Cedar Street.
The workshop will present an overview of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and provide caregiving tips that maintain respect, dignity and quality of life for the person living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Information will be presented on nutrition, behavior, communication techniques and activities
This workshop is sponsored by the Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative at UAMS, which is funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program. This program improves the quality of care for older adults through education by offering programs for health professionals, first responders, family caregivers and direct care workers.