Tagged: Family Caregiver University
Caregiver's Corner: 8 Mindfulness Tips during the Holidays
The holiday season can be a stressful time—whether you are dealing with family or mingling at work holiday parties. Try these mindfulness strategies to reduce stress and bring a calm and attentive approach to your holiday this year.
New Year's Resolutions to Build Your Resiliency
As the New Year approaches, consider making a resolution to increase your ability to handle life’s challenges more effectively. Enhancing these skills will help you feel more self-confident and be more competent when life is hard.
Personal Health Advocacy: Communicating with Our Health Providers
This class will help us develop the strategies and tools we need to be our own health advocates.
Trauma Informed Care: How to Care for People Who Have Experienced Trauma
We will look at ways in which caregivers can be more informed in understanding trauma
Community Resources A to Z (Part 1)
Join us to learn about options for aging in place.
Community Resources A to Z (Part 2)
Find out about resources related to transitioning into long term care or a nursing facility.
Dementia: What One Needs to Know to Better Care for Their Loved One
Participants will be given ideas on how to create meaningful experiences with a person who has dementia.
Dementia: What One Needs to Know to Care for the One They Love
Caring for a person with dementia is not easy and the demands of the job are constantly changing.
The Healing Power of Proper Rest
Sleep habits are important at any age, but especially as we get older.
Making It Easier: Millage Services Available to Assist You
This class will explore in depth the services available to Kent County seniors and caregivers.
Elder Law
Come listen to an elder law attorney and caregiver expert explain the importance documents that protect you and your loved ones.
Stress, Holidays and Depression: Tips for Coping All Year Around
Learn abou how to recognize signs of depression and anxiety, and be better prepared to handle the stress of the busy holiday season while caregiving.
Hope and Healing After Loss
While there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there are healthy ways to cope with the pain...
Emotional Intelligence: Recognizing Emotions and Learning How to Understand Them
Join us for a stimulating and thought provoking session as we learn about the fascinating field of emotional intelligence.
"It's About the Conversation": Advance Care Planning
Who would speak for you if you could not speak for yourself? Learn more about Advance Care Planning.
Dementia: What One Needs to Know to Care for the One They Love
Caring for a person with dementia is not easy and the demands of the job are constantly changing. Learn how to create meaningful experiences with a person who has dementia.
Therapeutic Services for Older Adults
Learn from local experts about the benefits of and making alternative therapies a part of your loved one's treatment plan.
The Physical & Emotional Changes We Experience As We Age
As we age, we change.
Making It Easier: Technology for Seniors & Caregivers
Learn about ways technology can help seniors live more independently and help caregivers manage the daily tasks of caring for a loved one.
Elder Law 101: Planning for Our Future & Protecting Our Interests
Do you have an advance directive, durable medical power of attorney or will prepared? Come learn about the importance of completing these documents.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Support and Information Available
Come and learn about available resources and tips to help you raising a young person.
Empathy: What is it? Can it be learned?
Learn how having empathy for others increases our understanding and helps us provide better support to the ones we love.
Community Resources A-Z part 1
Learn about services available to help seniors remain independent.
Community Resources A-Z part 2
In Community Resources part 2 learn about transitioning into a long term care or nursing facility.
Holiday Gifts for Caregivers
Holiday gifts for the caregivers in your life.
Have I Got a Story to Tell You!: The Power of Life Review
If you have had a story, you have had a life! Come and listen to the common life lessons, thoughts and feelings that wind through our collective lives.
Stroke: Warning Signs and Prevention Tips
Did you know that 80% of strokes are preventable? Are you familiar with the acronym of BEFAST? (Loss of Balance, Eyesight loss, Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 9-1-1.)
CANCELLED: Elder Law 101
In following the current recommendations of the CDC and in an effort to exercise abundant caution the April 29th FCY has been cancelled, we will reevaluate extending this closure for future classes as time goes on. If you have any questions, please contact us at (616) 456-5664.
CANCELLED: What You Need to Know About the New Auto Insurance Law
In following the current recommendations of the CDC and in an effort to exercise abundant caution the May 12th FCU has been cancelled. We will reevaluate extending this closure for future classes as time goes on. If you have any questions, please contact us at (616) 456-5664.
How to Support Family Caregivers and Older Adults During COVID-19
Join us for a VIRTUAL Family Caregiver University Class!
My West Michigan Interview- Support for Seniors and Caregivers During COVID-19
Family Caregiver University provides practical education and support to caregivers in West Michigan, one class at a time. With the current coronavirus crisis we realize this support is now more important than ever, therefore we are taking our next class offerings virtual!
What You Need to Know About the New Auto Insurance Law
Did you know that Michigan is changing the law about No-Fault? Join us on the Zoom platform (via phone or computer) for a session to learn from two local insurance agents who have been closely monitoring this new law.
Virtual FCU: Caring for a Challenging Loved One
Is the one you are caregiving for difficult? Come learn from a therapist, Julie Alicki LMSW, CADP, as she shares her knowledge working with a variety of late-in-life clients.
Virtual FCU: Navigating Guardianship & Conservatorship
Understanding the complexities of guardianship and conservatorship can be overwhelming. But there are options.
Family Caregiver University: Community Resources A-Z (Part 1): In Home Options to Maintain Independence
Learn about a variety of options for care in a home-based setting, such as Kent County Senior Millage, Care Management services, Medicare, Medicaid (including MI Choice Waiver), PACE, private duty home care, Adult Day Care, respite services, and much more.
Virtual FCU: Community Resources A-Z (Part 2): Long Term Care Options
Learn about resources related to transitioning into long term care or a nursing facility.
Virtual FCU: Looking Up When Life Pushes You Down
We all face similar challenges, traumas, and tragedies in our lives. Have you ever wondered why some people bounce back from tough times with a positive outlook while for others, life continues to be a challenge?
FCU: Community Resources A to Z Recordings
Did you miss our Zoom presentations? You can now watch the recordings here!
Virtual FCU: Emotional Health During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought sadness and suffering to older adults across the country. As a caregiver, what can you do to help them cope?
Virtual FCU: Gardening for Growth
April is National Garden Month and "Gardening for Growth" will focus on the benefits of gardening as a means of self-care and therapy.
Virtual FCU: NOW WHAT? Important things to consider when you or a loved one is diagnosed with a serious illness
Modern medicine has changed our life expectancy from 70 in 1960 to 79 in 2019. Compare this to an average of 47 in 1890! With increasing age comes increased opportunity, but it also means we are living longer with chronic conditions that in earlier years would have meant our end.
Family Caregiver University: Words To Live By
Join us for our return to in-person class!
Family Caregiver University: Dementia with Joy and Chris
Join us for our next virtual Family Caregiver University class!
CRN Diversity Academy: Supporting LGBTQA+ Older Adults
Join us for our next Diversity Academy virtual session!
Family Caregiver University: Downsizing & Decluttering 101 for Seniors
Join us for our first Family Caregiver University class of the new year!
FCU: It's About the Conversation- Advanced Care Planning
Do you have an advance directive, durable medical power of attorney, will, or other documents prepared?
Family Caregiver University: I'm Still Standing!
Join Dave as we examine the unchartered waters of our senior years: what got us here, what we have learned about ourselves, and how we can draw on our wisdom and strengths to adapt to the surprises and challenges of the ever changing second half of life.
FCU: The Five Love Languages for Caregivers
Based on the work of Dr. Gary Chapman, we express our care and love with those we interact with every day through Touch, Quality Time, Service, Gifts, and Words of Affirmation.
FCU: What is an End-of-Life Doula?
What is an End-of-Life Doula? This informative presentation will answer this question and more!
Family Caregiver University: Caring for the Caregiver
This class will focus on the caregiver and how they can still care for themselves.
NEW DATE: Family Caregiver University: Successful Oral Health Strategies for Caregivers
Everyday oral health is an essential component of our overall health. Join panelists from the Kent County OralHealth Coalition!
FCU: COMMUNITY RESOURCES A TO Z: PART II- TRANSITIONING TO LONG-TERM CARE
This class will focus on the transition to long-term care when it comes to that time.
FCU: COMMUNITY RESOURCES A TO Z: PART 1- UNDERSTANDING IN-HOME CARE OPTIONS
Join us as we bring back one of our most popular Family Caregiver University class series- Community Resources A to Z!
Driving Safety & Mobility for Seniors
We know as we get older some concerns about driving could arise.
