For many caregivers, caregiving itself is a new role — one for which training is needed, just like any new job. Healthy Living for ME™ is offering a free, 6 week interactive workshop for caregivers to come together, learn, and receive support from others going through similar caregiving experiences.

Class will begin Monday, July 26, at 1 p.m., and meets weekly through August 30.

The Building Better Caregivers Program was designed for caregivers of all types to better understand and navigate the changes their care partners are experiencing. This programs helps caregivers who are assisting loved ones through memory loss or dementia, as well as those providing care to individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Participants of the workshop will learn how to identify and manage care partners’ behaviors and triggers. Additional topics include managing caregiver stress, making decisions, planning for the future, communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals, legal issues related to caregiving, hiring help, and much more.

This workshop is free and open to the public but registration is required. Call 1-800-620-6036 or email info@healthylivingforme.org for more information or to register.

About Spectrum Generations

Spectrum Generations is the Central Maine Area Agency on Aging as well as a federally designated Aging and Disability Resource Center. The 501c (3) nonprofit organization helps older and disabled adults – plus those who care for them – live healthy, independent lives in their own homes and communities. For more information please call 1.800.639.1553 or visit online at www.spectrumgenerations.org. Find us on Facebook/SpectrumGenerations.

About Healthy Living for ME™

Healthy Living for ME™ brings together Spectrum Generations, SeniorsPlus, and Aroostook Agency on Aging – three of Maine’s Area Agencies on Aging – in a partnership to deliver statewide chronic disease self-management and falls prevention classes. FMI or to find a class, visit: healthylivingforme.org or on Facebook @HLforME