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Creating Confident Caregivers...a program for family members caring for a loved one suffering from dementia

Creating Confident Caregivers is an exciting new program in Michigan for family caregivers of persons with dementia/memory loss. Using the Savvy Caregiver program, Creating Confident Caregivers is a six-session program led by trained dementia specialists. This university tested program provides participants with information, skills and attitudes to manage stress and increase their effectiveness. As part of a federally funded program, there is no charge to participants for class or materials; respite care for your family member can be provided free of charge while you attend.

What's in it for you? At a Creating Confident Caregivers class you will learn about

dementia and its effects on the brain
caregiver resources
managing behaviors
improving caregiving skills
how to handle everyday activities more easily and,
taking care of yourself to better care for your loved one.

Creating Confident Caregivers is implemented through several organizations througout the state.

CURRENT CREATING CONFIDENT CAREGIVERS CLASSES

For more information on Creating Confident Caregivers contact Sally Steiner at 517-373-8810 or via e-mail, steiners@michigan.gov.


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