Paullina, Iowa — If you are a caregiver of an adult or a child or children with special health and behavioral needs, there is a workshop coming up in Paullina that you may like to attend.
Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach says that caregivers need to remember to take care of themselves. They’re hosting a free “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” course at the First Presbyterian Church in Paullina every Thursday evening from 4:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. beginning October 4th and running through November 8th. The program is open to the public.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Human Sciences Program Coordinator Mackenzie DeJong tells us about the program.
Extension experts tell us that over 43.5 million family caregivers in America provide a vast array of emotional, financial, nursing, social, homemaking and other services to older adults or adults with chronic conditions. “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is an educational series designed to provide caregivers – family members, hospital staff, nursing home staff, volunteers and anyone else – with the tools they need to take care of themselves.
Lori Hayungs, human sciences specialist in family life with ISU Extension and Outreach says that by supporting and providing this program, the O’Brien County Extension Council is striving to provide caregivers with resources and knowledge to empower them personally and help them be successful professionally. It is hoped that employers and family members will encourage caregivers to participate in the course.
Classes consist of six 90-minute sessions held once a week. Two trained, experienced facilitators will lead the class in interactive lessons, discussions and the sharing of helpful tools and resources. The First Presbyterian Church will also provide refreshments each evening.
There is a $15 registration fee to help cover the cost of materials and training. Scholarships are available for those in need of financial assistance. Contact the ISU Extension and Outreach O’Brien County office at 712-957-5045 or email xobrien@iastate.edu for more information about scholarships or to register for “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” You can also register online at https://bit.ly/2M9Dci7 .
