WINNEMUCCA - RSVP continues its series of training sessions in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association and made possible by funding provided by the United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierras.
The training is state of the art and designed for family caregivers (those who care for loved ones at home) and respite volunteers to be able to more effectively assist persons suffering from Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers.
Respite (time off) for family caregivers is an essential program which provides relief for several hours at a time giving regular breaks a couple of time per week to family caregivers who provide care to their loved ones.
Volunteers are well trained, criminally background checked, and carefully matched with caregivers and their loved ones. This assistance is a key component in lowering the overwhelming stress of caregivers who provide nonstop care. If the family member becomes ill or dies as a result of their 24/7 service the one being cared for will have to be institutionalized.
A study from the Journal of the American Medical Association states that elderly spousal caregivers with a history of chronic illness themselves who are experiencing caregiving related stress have a 63 percent higher mortality rate than their non-caregiving peers.
In the upcoming session subjects to be discussed include: safety at home and on the road, legal and financial planning, research updates and information on clinical trials, and keeping your brain healthy in order to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Family caregivers are encouraged to attend this important and informative free training session. Please plan to join us on Friday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The training will be held at Great Basin College, 4609 Kluncy Canyon Road, room 201 in Winnemucca.
For more information, or to register and hold your place, contact Brian Nelson, RSVP field representative, at (775) 304-0757. Lunch will be provided and there will be time for questions and discussion.
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