Empowering Caregivers Workshop in Cape Girardeau
Schedule
Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am
UTC-06:00Location
BUCKNER-RAGSDALE 132 MAIN STREET CAPE GIRARDEAU, 63701 | Cape Girardeau, MO
The Alzheimer's Association Empowered Caregiver program teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia.
Topics include:
• Building Foundations of Caregiving explores the role of caregiver and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress.
• Supporting Independence focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations.
• Communicating Effectively teaches how dementia affects communication, including tips for communicating well with family, friends and health care professionals.
• Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors details common behavior changes and how they are a form of communication, non-medical approaches to behaviors and recognizing when additional help is needed.
• Exploring Care and Support Services examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care and end-of life care.
Breakfast and lunch provided.
Location: BUCKNER-RAGSDALE, 132 MAIN STREET, CAPE GIRARDEAU, 63701
http://tinyurl.com/EmpowerCaregiver
Where is it happening?
BUCKNER-RAGSDALE 132 MAIN STREET CAPE GIRARDEAU, 63701, 132 N Main St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701-7309, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: