Care for the Caregiver

1. Section One

   Introduction

   1. Overview of Manual
   2. Rationale for Care for the Caregiver Workshop
   3. Using the Manual
   4. Community Resource Material

2. Section Two

   Techniques for Facilitators

   1. Creating the Environment: An Overview of the Basic Principles of Adult Education and Communication
   2. Profile of Workshop Caregiver Participant
   3. Basic Communication Skills
   4. Tips for Facilitators
   5. References

3. Section Three

   Planning for the Workshops - A Plan of Action

   1. Identify the Group
   2. Distribute Information
   3. Arrange for Facilities
   4. Assemble Materials
   5. Do It!

4. Section Four

   Module One

   1. Reflections on Aging and Caregiving: Myths and Realities
      1. Objectives
      2. Agenda
      3. Workshop One - Technique/Activities, Content
         1. Presentation
            • Introduction
            • Myth #1
            • Myth #2
            • Myth #3
            • Myth #4
            • Myth #5
            • Myth #6
            • Myth #7
         2. Wrap-up Discussion
         3. References

   Module Two

   1. Understanding Normal Aging
      1. Objectives
      2. Agenda
      3. Workshop Two
         1. Presentation
            • Introduction
            • Aging as a Process
            • The Aging Body
            • What do these Changes Mean?
            • Nutrition and Aging
            • Sexuality and Aging
            • Retirement
            • Medication and Older Adults
            • Towards a Better Understanding
         2. References

   Module Three

   1. Communication Skills for Caregivers
      1. Objectives
      2. Agenda
      3. Workshop Three
         1. Presentation
            • Part I: Communication
              • What is Communication?
              • Communication Roadblocks
              • The Complexity of Communication
              • Listening Skills
              • Life Review
            • Part II: Communication Challenges
              • Sensory Impairment
                1. Hearing Impairment
                2. Visual Impairment
              • Dementia
              • Aphasia
              • Communicating Effectively
         2. References

   Module Four

   1. Losses as We Age
      1. Objectives
      2. Agenda
      3. Workshop Four
         1. Presentation
            • What Does Loss Mean to Us?
            • Aging and Loss
            • Variables Affecting Losses
              • Grief - A Reaction to Loss
              • Loss as a Challenge
              • Sharing Loss: Perspective of Caregivers and Care Receivers
              • Effects of Loss on Behaviour
              • Developing a Positive Focus
         2. References

   Module Five

   1. Caring for Someone with Dementia
      1. Objectives
      2. Agenda
      3. Workshop Five
         1. Presentation
         2. References

   Module Six

   1. Stress Management
      1. Objectives
      2. Agenda
      3. Workshop Six
         1. Presentation
            • What is Stress?
            • How can Stress Affect us?
            • What Factors Affect our Reactions to Stressors
            • What is your Personal Reaction to Stressors
            • What does "Stress Management" Mean?
         2. References

   1. Appendices

      1. Outline of Themes
      2. Sample Welcoming Letter
      3. Sample Confirmation Letter to Facility
      4. Registration Form for Caregiver
         Education and Support Workshop
         Download - WPD file
         Download - RTF file
      5. Evaluation
      6. Caregiver Resource Library
      7. Resource Guide
      8. How do I find my way?
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