Two Virtual Caregiver Educational Workshops Planned For March

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD — Beginning in March, the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities will offer two virtual caregiver educational workshops. The workshops are presented at no cost to the public by the National Family Caregiver Support Program of the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities.

On March 10 at 6:30 pm, Mary Chaput, family caregiver support program director, will facilitate the virtual dementia live program. This workshop is a high impact, dementia simulation experience that immerses participants into life with dementia, resulting in a deeper understanding of what it is like to live with cognitive impairment and sensory changes. This workshop will be held via Zoom. Space is limited. Register for this workshop by calling 410-222-4339.

On March 22 at 7 pm, Nicole Rochester will present navigating medical care during a crisis. Transitions in care are challenging for ill and aging individuals and their family caregivers. Each time a loved one transitions from one medical setting to another, such as from the primary care doctor to the emergency room or from the hospital to a nursing home/rehabilitation facility, there are opportunities for medical errors and miscommunication. In this workshop, Rochester will discuss key areas of concern and how to mitigate these risks by being a strong advocate. Register for this workshop online at http://www.aacounty.org/aging or call 410-222-4339.