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Caring for a family member or a loved one can be challenging. As a family caregiver, you may experience increased stress and often feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities. Your UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice offers education and support designed to help you become more comfortable in your role as a family caregiver.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a national evidence-based education program taught in more than 30 states. Caregivers who have already completed the class agree that they have improved self-care behaviors, better manage their emotions, and use community resources more effectively.

The “tools” benefit caregivers by helping to:

  • Reduce stress
  • Improve caregiving confidence
  • Balance your life
  • Better communicate your feelings
  • Increase ability to make tough decisions
  • Locate helpful resources

Class Leaders:

Classes are led by UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice staff certified as Powerful Tools for Caregivers class leaders. Your UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice class leader also brings with them their experience and expertise in caring for persons in the home.

Carrie Shamel, MSW, UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice Social Worker, Long Term Care
Laura Murphy, CVAA Community Program Coordinator

Event Information

Date: September 16, 2015 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Schedule:

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six-week program designed to empower family caregivers of older adults to take better care for themselves.

Wednesdays, September 16-October 21,2015
5:30 – 7:00 pm
at UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice Adult Day at Grand Way Commons
412 Farrell St., South Burlington

How to Register

To register, call 802 658-1900 ext. 3903 or email lecompte@uvmhomehealth.org. A donation of $30 will help defray costs, but is not required to attend.

Have questions about this event?

For more information, contact Linda Le Compte or call:

802 658-1900 x3903