Announcements and Events - updated quarterly
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Caregivers in WNC who look after loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia have a broad shoulder to lean on: the MemoryCaregivers Network. These volunteer-led support groups have been meeting monthly for over three years, reaching out to caregivers with resource information, mentorship, encouragement, and caregiving tips.
Now, thanks to a grant provided by the North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation's Ribbon of Hope Program, the MemoryCaregivers Network will be able to broaden its work to benefit area caregivers. Included in its expansion will be establishment of an online support site, publication of a monthly e-newsletter, organization of a "Caregivers as Mentors" program, an increase in the number and location of group meetings, and consultation services for other caregiver support groups.
Perhaps the most significant new offering will be the Early Memory Loss Group, giving those in the early stages of the disease a unique opportunity to share their feelings and concerns with others experiencing the same challenges.
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CAREGIVER NETWORK NEWS
A monthly newsletter for caregivers of loved ones with memory loss
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This new online support service is a great opportunity to post your comments and questions, and to read everyone's responses. Anyone is welcome to attend. It's especially useful for folks who can't get to a regular support group meeting, since the site can be accessed 24/7. Most inquiries should receive a response within 24-48 hours. It's like having a support group right in your home!
Logging on is easy. Just click on (or copy and paste into your browser) the following name:
http://caregivers.memorycare.org/forum/
You will be instructed to open a new account, for which you'll need to come up with a user name and a password. We suggest that you NOT use your own name. This will allow you to access the Forum site at any time, and yet maintain your privacy. Then click on General Discussion, and either choose an existing topic or start a new one.
The Chat site requires a different user name and password, and is accessed through the Forum site. The Chat site will be used for real-time, live discussions with whoever is on the site at the same time. Notices of scheduled live chats with MemoryCare staff will be ___________? (can we post this info on the Forum site?)
If you have any questions or problems with using MemoryCare's new online forum, please contact Mary Donnelly, network@memorycare.org, We look forward to hearing from you online!
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MemoryCare Caregiver Education Program
Meets every other Tuesday from 4:00-6:00pm.
This program is offered at no cost to the caregivers enrolled in MemoryCare. Preference is given to individuals committed to the entire series.
The program is open to the general public if space is available. The fee is $100 for the series.
A series of 6 two-hour lectures will be provided twice monthly at no cost for MemoryCare caregivers who sign up in advance. Space is limited but the series will be offered 4 times per year. Sessions are designed to improve caregiver understanding of different aspects of dementia care. The instructor for the course will be a staff member of MemoryCare.
A workbook is provided.
Course Content:
Week 1: What is Dementia
Week 2: Transitioning: Independence to Interdependence
Week 3: Treatment Options
Week 4: Assisting with Functional and Behavioral Issues
Week 5: Caring for the Caregiver
Week 6: Conclusions
MemoryCare
828-771-2219
office@memorycare.org
Memory Caregivers Network Meetings
The all-volunteer MemoryCaregivers Network and auxiliary of MemoryCare reaches out to caregivers with encouragement, fellowship, caregiver tips, and MemoryCare resource information.
MemoryCaregivers Network Support Groups
Free and open to the public. Light refreshments are provided.
First Tuesday Group
First Tuesday of every monthat 12:30 PM
Fletcher Calvary Episcopal Church
Hendersonville Rd. (Across from Ingles, enter on Old Airport Rd.)
Third Tuesday Group
Third Tuesday of every month at 12:30 PM
New Hope Presbyterian Church
3070 Sweeten Creek Road, Arden
(Meets concurrently with "MemoryCare Club," our support group for people in early stages of memory loss)
"MemoryCare Club"
Support Group for Persons with Early Memory Loss
Education and support to enhance understanding of and coping with memory loss. Participants must be willing and able to discuss memory loss topics and want to be in a group. More information to come.
For more information callPat Hilgendorf at (828)-645-9189 or Mary Donnelly at (828)-230-4143.
Long Term Care Housing Directory
for Buncombe, Henderson, Madison,
and Transylavania Counties
Click this link to access Directory
Caregiver's Corner
Volunteer Positions. MemoryCare is deeply indebted to our
wonderful volunteers. Please see how you can give a gift of your time and
expertise on our Volunteer Opportunities page.
Kudos & Awards
Georgia Crump Certified Nursing Assistant Award
Kerry Whitaker 2009 Recipient of the Georgia Crump Certified Nursing Assistant Award
Kerry Whitaker a certified nursing assistant from Pardee Hospital was honored with the Georgia Crump Certified Nursing Assistants Award at the 10th Annual WNC Nursing Assistant Conference on October 7, 2000. The award, including a plaque and monetary stipend, is presented annually and was established by MemoryCare to honor nursing assistants for their heroic work they do every day. The Nursing Assistant Conference is sponsored by the MAHEC Department of Nursing Education to bring the region together to address the critical need for and the role of nursing assistants in all aspects of health care.
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