A Zoom event for SHS Caregivers: Cultural Competence as it Relates to People with Dementia Friday, October 15th from 11:00 am -12:30 pm In this optional workshop, you will learn […]
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, October 19th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential […]
As caregivers, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care, we have a […]
Register today to be one of the fortunate healthcare professionals to attend this FREE National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners’ Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care one-day seminar. Your attendance is […]
Overview Habilitation Training (HT) is a comprehensive behavioral approach to caring for people with dementia. It focuses not on what the person has lost due to the illness, but on his […]
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, November 16th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential […]
As caregivers, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care, we have a […]
Please join us on Tuesday, December 7 for Seniors Helping Seniors of Greater Boston and Metrowest's annual holiday party celebrating our collective accomplishments of 2021! Come and enjoy food, drink and merriment […]
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, December 14th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential […]
As caregivers, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care, we have a […]
Presented by Tammy Pozerycki, Owner, Educator, and Consultant at Alternatives in Alzheimer's Care, ESDC results in proven competence, self-empowerment, and accountability of best practices for the delivery of memory care services. ESDC is approved and accredited through the National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE). Educating and credentialing caregivers reinforces Seniors Helping Seniors’ mission to provide dignified, […]
Caregiver burden is presented regarding the spouse or life partner of a person with dementia. Often overlooked by healthcare professionals, the caregiver spouse or life partner becomes the forgotten patient. The risks associated with caregiver burden, assessment strategies, and overall care partner needs will be discussed. This virtual training session for SHS Family Caregivers will […]