“Building Better Caregivers”; a free webinar series by Meals on Wheels Senior Services and Area Agency on Aging

Rockwall, TX (June 5, 2024) – Not sure why your family member’s behaviors are changing and what to do about those changes?  Learn how dementia affects people and how to take good care of your family member and yourself. The signs of dementia begin when a family member begins repeating the same question or activity repeatedly, displays restlessness at nighttime or begins following a partner or spouse everywhere. All these behaviors may begin in a subtle manner, and then they become undeniable. It is vital that the caregiver begins to understand the illness so they can support their loved one and begin to define the new normal that feels so foreign.

Caregiving for a family member can be a challenging journey, both for the person(s) being cared for and the person(s) giving care. However, with the right support, this journey can be made more manageable. Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County (MOWSS) is here to partner with you. We collaborate with the North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging to provide caregiver support, guiding caregivers and seniors through all stages of life and preparation, and offering a lifeline to relieve anxiety.

Dementia Friendly North Central/East Texas is proud to support the Alzheimer’s Alliance of Smith County, James L. West Dementia Care Center, and North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging as they provide free training to family caregivers. Building Better Caregivers is a series of six online classes designed to learn how to better manage stress when dealing with Dementia. Reservations are required, call 682-433-0495 or email JHarwell@nctcog.org. This is a free, online event for family members and professionals. https://nctcog.org/Aging-Services/Dementia-Friendly/Training-Understand-Dementia

For additional information, call Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County at 972-771-9514.

Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County and North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging provided information. The North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging serves adults aged 60 and older and their family caregivers who live in Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, and Wise counties. Their mission is to create and maintain a coordinated health and social services network for older adults and family caregivers. They provide services and resources that help older adults maximize their quality of life and live independently. Information, education, and direct services help individuals meet basic needs and make informed decisions. Contact one of their staff members or call 800-272-3921.

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