Well∙Spring Solutions
offering free programs for family caregivers in December
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Well-Spring
Solutions will offer a range of free programs geared toward the needs of family
caregivers in coming weeks. Registration is required for each. To sign
up, please visit www.well-springsolutions.org and find the events on the calendar.
Common and Unexpected
Medical Complications of Dementia Care
Monday, December 12
4:30-5:45p
The Memory Care Center, 2701
Henry Street, Greensboro
Tiffany Reed D.O., Chronic Disease Management &
Palliative Care Medical Director with AuthoraCare Collective, discusses a
number of medical complications related to dementia that may occur during
caregiving. These complications include problems with balance, malnutrition,
dehydration, constipation, sepsis, UTIs and other infections. Learn how to best
avoid preventable problems to help keep your loved ones out of the hospital.
Complications during the end stages of the disease like bedsores, muscle
contractures and failure of body systems will also be addressed.
Holiday Tea for Family
Caregivers
Tuesday, December 13
4:30-6:00p
The Memory Care Center, 2701
Henry Street, Greensboro
Holiday preparations and
holding on to traditions can be overwhelming for family caregivers. Connecting
and sharing experiences with others may help. Join us for a special Holiday Tea
event with delicious treats while Jodi Kolada, Director of Caregiver Outreach
with Well∙Spring Solutions offers tips on staying connected with those you love
while remaining connected to peace within yourself during the holiday season.
Tackling Caregiver Stress
Wednesday, December 14
11:30a-1p
Cone Health MedCenter
Greensboro
3518 Drawbridge Pkwy, Greensboro
Join us for this lunch and
learn as we talk about the caregiver stress that can come from taking care of a
loved one with chronic illness. Jodi Kolada, Director of Caregiver Outreach
with Well∙Spring Solutions will review warning signs of stress, help identify
your personal stressors, and discuss practical strategies to help you cope.
Lunch will be provided.