This class is offered periodically.

In-depth, practical training for family caregivers of persons with Dementia

Savvy Caregiver is designed to help those who have loved ones with dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. Few family caregivers have received training for the work they do as caregivers. This program has been developed by professionals to help caregivers manage day-to-day life with their loved one who has dementia. It is designed to help the caregiver develop the following skills:

• How to take into account the person’s disease-produced losses in the manner in which they interact with their loved one.
• How to take their loved one’s disease stage into account in caregiving.
• How to help their loved one become and remain involved in daily tasks and activities that allow him/her to be contented throughout the day.

To register for this FREE class, contact:

Jennifer Bibbo, Social Outreach Coordinator at STM, (512) 258-1161 ext. 256 or jbibbo@stmaustin.org