Powerful Tools For Caregivers (with Idaho Community Cares)

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

We're excited to welcome Idaho Community Cares as they present Powerful Tools for Caregivers in partnership with the Idaho Commission on Aging. This is a six-week class series designed specifically for caregivers. Classes are from 1 pm - 3 pm every Wednesday beginning October 8th. This class comes with materials, so registration is required. Participants will learn practical tools and strategies including: 

• Tips to reduce stress
• Improving self-confidence
• Communicating more effectively with the care receiver
• Navigating tough decisions and family dynamics
• Finding and using community resources
• Making tough decisions

Caregiver burnout is real – this program provides support and skills to help caregivers take better care of themselves. 

Each session builds on the last, so registration is for the full six-week series. The workshop and all materials are provided at no cost to participants. Call or email Jenny Melka to register: jennifer.melka@a3ssa.com | 208-593-0002.

Full Class Schedule:

Oct. 8th: Taking Care of You - Emphasizes that the focus is on YOU, the caregiver.

Oct. 15th: Identifying and Reducing Stress - Four steps for effective stress management.

Oct. 22nd: Communicating Feelings, Needs, and Concerns - Learn how to use "I messages and "You" messages. 

Oct. 29th: Communicating in Challenging Situations - Two communication tools, assertiveness and Aikido.

Nov. 5th: Learning From Our Emotions - Our emotions are messages we need to listen to.

Nov. 12th: Mastering Caregiving Decisions - Focus on the internal emotional process.