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Register 6 Seats Remaining
Caregivers of persons with dementia or chronic illness will learn a new stress management technique each week. Plan to attend all 9 sessions. FREE. Registration required/limited to 10. See more
The Stress-Busting Program for Family Caregivers™ was created by WellMed Charitable Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports older adults and their caregivers with a special emphasis on wellness and prevention. A trained Lifescape Community Services professional will lead this 9-week course designed for the caregiver. Lifescape will provide gifts each week to help with the stress management techniques, a reusable water bottle and snacks. The event meets at RPL's East Branch in the Friends of RPL Community Room, a friendly, welcoming environment that allows for an opportunity to discuss experiences among others navigating similar situations. WellMed further describes its Stress-Busting Program™ as follows:
The Stress-Busting Program (SBP) for Family Caregivers™ is an evidence-based program that provides support to family caregivers of persons with dementia or a chronic illness. It is proven to:
In the Stress-Busting Program for Family Caregivers™, caregivers will:
https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support/caregiver-stress-busters/
Lifescape Rockford: 815-963-1609
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Come visit the East Branch, located in the former Barnes & Noble building on East State St. The East Branch offers a 65-seat meeting room, free Wi-Fi, quiet study rooms, special areas for children and adults, and an expanded collection of books and media, as well as a Friends of RPL book shop.
