Free Caregiver’s Course Offered

DANBURY — A four-week Caregiver’s Course for families caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia will be held at the new Danbury Senior Center.

The Caregiver’s Course, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, is free and open to the public but registration is required as seating is limited. The first session begins on Tuesday, April 13, from 7 to 9 pm, and will continue at that time on Tuesdays, April 20, April 27, and May 4.

The Caregiver’s Course is designed to enhance both the knowledge and the skills of spouses, adult children, friends, and other family members. Course topics include research updates, communication techniques, managing behavioral challenges, community resources, and much more. Experts in the field of dementia care such as registered nurses, doctors, social workers, and therapists will present the course.

Registration is required. Call Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter at 203-845-0010, ext 10 or 11, or email Janet.Girardat@alz.org.