A variety of issues face those who care for seniors - from dementia and medical concerns to legal problems.
That's why Community Volunteer Services for Seniors (CVSS) is hosting a Caregivers Connections information session in the new year.
Tri-Cities Caregivers Connections along with Fraser Home Health, Alzheimer's Society of BC and a lawyer will offer valuable information at the January session for caregivers - spouses, adult children, friends, etc. - who are providing support to a person 40 years or older and living in the Tri-Cities.
A case manager from Fraser Home Health will offer information on navigating the health care system and home support for the client and caregiver, among other topics.
An educator from the Alzheimer Society will cover changing behaviours, including frustration, confusion and wandering.
And a lawyer who specializes in estate planning will speak about power of attorney, representation agreements and wills, among other matters.
The info session will run from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Jan. 11 at Dogwood Pavilion, 624 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Cost is $5 per person; to register, call 604-933-6089 (early registration is recommended as seating is limited). For more information, call Linda Western, CVSS' program manager, at 604-927-7917.
This program is funded by United Way and co-sponsored by Fraser Health, the city of PoCo and the People's Law School.
