Chinese Culture and Community Service Center

12.15.2023 Welcome to enroll 2024 Free Online Workshop for Caregivers of Dementia Patients

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In the United States, over 6 million individuals aged 65 and older suffer from dementia. In the Montgomery County community, the number of dementia patients is on the rise. Statistics show that over 80% of dementia patients receive care at home. Among the caregivers for dementia patients, two-thirds are women, and one-quarter belong to the "sandwich generation," meaning they simultaneously care for dementia patients and children or teenagers under the age of 18.

Caring for dementia patients is no easy task. The behavioral challenges of patients constantly test the patience of caregivers. As the condition of the patient worsens, caregivers may face external scrutiny, affecting their confidence. According to surveys, caregivers of dementia patients are also increasingly becoming a high-risk group for developing mental health issues.

CCACC Health Center has been closely monitoring families with dementia patients in the Montgomery County Chinese community. With support from the LIVING WELL Center of Excellence department in Maryland, we will be organizing a free online workshop series for caregivers of dementia patients in 2024. Participants will learn caregiving skills and self-care techniques through group discussions, sharing experiences, and emotional support.

 

Workshop Topics:

  1. Caregivers stress relief
  2. Dealing with difficult care patient’s behaviors
  3. Making decisions about treatment
  4. Communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals
  5. Dealing with difficult emotions of caregiver and patient
  6. Planning for future needs
  7. Action planning and problem solving

 

Workshop Time:

  1. January 11th 2024 – February 15th 2024
  2. Thursday 3pm-5:30pm
  3. Total 6 classes, 2.5 hours per class

 

To register, please log in at the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7V5XJhSxP8dp2pdwzNokpU06MUKle-zj3yo0bWrK0s6QMw/viewform

For more information, please contact: yuhsin.chou@ccacc-dc.org

Contact number: 301-663-1375


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