The Lincoln Home is hosting a six-week series of 90-minute conversations that will provide practical solutions and new insights. Each week will begin with an educational piece, and then a group conversation to discuss the current day-to-day issues of the group participants.

 

Topics covered may include learning skillful communications using the “Best Friends Approach” ™ to make life easier for you and for your loved one with dementia; behavioral challenges that are a result of the disease, and using “Best Friends”  communication skills in difficult situations. Other topics: managing the shifting roles and responsibilities between marital partners or parents and adult children; the progression of the disease, and how the caregiver role evolves over time; the role of power of attorney, and understanding advance directives; how to address driving safety and when driving privileges should stop; physical safety when moving or transferring your loved one.

 

This education and support series is completely confidential. Come with your questions and concerns Wednesdays, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5 & 12 from 4 - 5:30 p.m. at The Lincoln Home, 22 River Rd., Newcastle.  RSVP by contacting Steve Raymond: 207-563-3350 or steve@lincoln-home.org.