Technology and Caregiver Support 

These are just some of the ways caregivers can seek support and advocate from the ease of their computer. This technology allows us to make the connection when and how we want - just a click away.

 We sometimes need more support than a website or Internet connection can offer. There are several ways to receive in-person, individualized support.  

2. Attending a local education program can offer you targeted information on a topic of interest to you. Attending local programs gives you an opportunity to learn who are the care providers in your area.  You can review several area options in the section below titled "Upcoming Events".  

For a flyer on HESSCO programs regarding Alzheimer's disease, go to https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B1zEeAQpLedGNjhXSDNkWFBRUEdqOENvcnR3cmViZw/edit?pli=1 .

For a flyer on a program HESSCO offers regularly on general caregiving, go to https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B1zEeAQpLedGdGRpbExwZDRSN09RcVVpQ1ZGTTgxQQ/edit?pli=1

3. Attending a caregiver support group is a great way to find the mutual support that only other caregivers can provide. As attendees are both givers and receivers of support, the support group is satisfying and educating in many ways for caregivers.  To locate a list of area support groups, go to http://www.hessco.org/family_caregiver

4. Advocate for yourself and other caregivers by joining the Partnership to Promote Healthy Caregiving. This recently developed Partnership is a coalition of service providers and family caregivers who are trying to improve services to caregivers and advocate for the needs of caregivers in Massachusetts. The Partnership meets quarterly and is currently working on choosing their priorities. For more information, contact Christina Liston at HESSCO Elder Services at cliston@hessco.org.

All of these options offer you the opportunity for personalized interaction with professionals and/or other family caregivers.  You can make the most of these opportunities by molding the experience for what you need.  

Upcoming Events

March 14, 2012  6:00 - 8:00 PM Essential Skills for Family Caregivers: Understanding Behaviors, presented by the Alzheimer's Association at HESSCO Elder Services, 1 Merchant Street, Sharon, MA; RSVP to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org/MANH or 800-272-3900. 

March 28, 2012 1:00-2:30 PM or 6:00 - 7:30 PM Caregiver 101, presented by HESSCO Elder Services, both sessions held at 1 Merchant Street, Sharon, MA; RSVP to Christina Liston at cliston@hessco.org or 781-784-4944.

April 9, 2012 7:30 - 9:00 PM Building a Caring Community, sponsored by the Westwood Disability Commission, informative for caregivers of children, adults and seniors at the Westwood Municipal Office Building, 50 Carby Street,Westwood, MA; For more info call the Chairperson Anne Berry Goodfellow at 781-326-2007.

April 18, 2012 6:00 - 8:00 PM Essential Skills for Family Caregivers: Safety at Home, Presented by the Alzheimer's Association at HESSCO Elder Services, 1 Merchant Street, Sharon, MA; RSVP to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org/MANH or 800-272-3900.

April 20, 2012 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Senior Spectacular, hosted by Representative Betty Poirier and local providers this busy fair will offer a chance to meet many different health and service providers in the area. There will be workshops on health issues and senior benefits, a fashion show, continental breakfast and lunch. Event to be held at North Attleboro Middle School, 564 Landry Ave, North Attleboro, MA. Pre-registration is recommended by calling Diana Amaral at 617-722-2100.

SAVE THE DATE: September 18, 2012 Caregiver Day of R & R , hosted by HESSCO Elder Services at Four Points by Sheraton, Norwood. This day-long event offers educational sessions, lunch, a chance to meet area service providers, and the opportunity for rest in our "relaxation room" with massage and reiki.

 

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