Hickory Foothills Chapter
Annual Caregiver Conference; The Mindful Heart of Caregiving: Making Room for Balance, Peace and Gratitude
Catawba Valley Community College, West-Wing Commons 2550 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, United StatesJoin us for the 2024 Annual Caregiver Conference, to be held on April 12!
Knowing Your Limits and Creating Balance as a Caregiver
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesWe all want to help our aging parents, but we also struggle with finding time for our spouses, children, jobs, friends and ourselves. This program is designed to help caregivers expand their perspectives about caregiver guilt and other emotions and present strategies for setting boundaries and creating balance. Program Presenter: Mary Mitchell, Family Caregiver Support […]
Preventing Falls: Helping Older Adults Stay Safe
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesAs our parents age, they are more prone to falling for a number of reasons. Often, a fall results in significant injury requiring immediate medical attention. All too frequently, falls have lasting effects, requiring longterm rehabilitation services, seriously affecting an older person’s mobility, activities of daily living, and independence. A fall may even result in […]
Responding to Challenging Behaviors of Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesSometimes, people with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, as well as those with other health and medical conditions associated with aging, behave in ways that family members and other caregivers find particularly confusing, inappropriate, and even frightening. This program will help families and caregivers understand that what we may consider concerning or challenging behaviors […]
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER – Senior Services: Understanding Eligibility and Managing Paperwork
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesTHIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER Simplify the process of accessing supportive services for aging adults. This program helps you navigate complicated forms and documents required for healthcare, legal, and financial assistance. Learn strategies to evaluate and select quality-of-life services and discover resources and agencies that can assist with applications and submissions. Ensure […]
How to Have Difficult Conversations with Aging Parents
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesPrepare for critical conversations with aging parents about legal, financial, driving, and independent living issues. Our program equips adult children with essential communication skills to reduce uncertainty, manage conflict, and ensure comprehensive planning. Gain confidence in addressing estate planning, financial decisions, and independent living challenges with practical guidance and support. Presenter: Denise Young, Program Manager, […]
Medicare and SHIIP: The Must Knows
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesEmpower yourself with knowledge of Medicare and SHIIP programs for your aging parents. Understand eligibility, service coverage, and how to navigate federal and state resources. Learn to access essential websites, complete paperwork, and compare healthcare providers, ensuring informed advocacy for your parents' health and medical care. Presenter: Vickie Blevins, Executive Director Catawba County Council on […]
Today’s Technology: Keeping Loved Ones Safe and Engaged
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesExplore the latest technology to enhance safety and engagement for older adults. Our program highlights cutting-edge biomedical devices, home automation, and assistive technology to enhance safety and engagement. Learn to choose the right technology and evaluate in-home or community support services, ensuring peace of mind for families. Presenter: Chanda Platania, Digital Services Librarian, Catawba County […]
Shielding Loved Ones from Scams and Frauds
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesProtect your loved ones from scams and fraud. This program teaches you how to spot and avoid telemarketing scams, fake prescription drugs, government imposters, fraudulent health care products, and more. Learn strategies to safeguard critical information and report fraud effectively, ensuring the safety of older adults in a tech-driven world. Program Presenter: MPO Joshua Null, […]
Senior Services: Understanding Eligibility and Managing Paperwork
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesMany older adults need additional supportive services as they age and may be faced with confusing and difficult decisions. Often, complicated forms and documents are associated with accessing the services, particularly related to healthcare and legal/financial concerns. This ACAP program will help attendees learn about various documents required by agencies/organizations, etc., to apply for and/or […]
Advance Planning: Your Parents’ Legal and Financial Documents
Catawba County Library, Main Branch, Newton 115 West C. Street, Newton, NC, United StatesAdvance care documents ensure one’s wishes regarding care, medical intervention, finances, etc., regardless of the person’s ability to make decisions for herself/himself. Legal documents provide peace of mind for the older adult and family, protect finances, minimize vulnerability, and reduce uncertainty. They also can help families and caregivers avoid disagreements and guilt as well as […]
Recognizing and Managing Anxiety and Depression in Older Adults
Hickory Foothills Chapter - Catawba County Library - Main Branch - Newton 115 West C Street, Newton, NC, United StatesAnxiety and depression are frequently associated with aging. They may be a result of specific health and medical conditions and/or they may be the result of physical and social losses. Symptoms that appear to be anxiety or depression may be a result of medication or even sleep issues. This program will help adult-children understand and […]
