Caring for the Caregiver
Supportive care for the caregiver
At UT Health San Antonio, we recognize that care for a person with a chronic illness or disability is not complete without addressing the needs of the caregiver. Focusing on caregivers of a person with Alzheimer's or other dementias, our program aims to improve the quality of life for family caregivers and those they care for with evidence-based services, support, education and research with value on the caregiver's health, skills, and resilience. The program focuses on:
- Education Educational training for each stage of care, including new diagnosis for caregivers and patients; behavioral management; advance planning; transitioning to long-term care, and grief and loss support
- Hands-on skills training Peer support training
- Facilitated support groups by health care professionals
- Website directory identifying resources for care and information
Community outreach and advocacy
- Collaboration with community health agencies focusing on dementia care, support and research, to raise awareness for those living with dementia and their family caregivers promoting a "dementia friendly" community
Research
- Commitment to research to identify effective interventions to address the strain and burden associated with family caregiving
- Translation of evidence-based practices for family caregivers into routine care
Upcoming events
The Essentials of Caregiving Workshops: A guide to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia
Navigating Challenging Behaviors
Tuesday, January 9
2-3pm at the UT Health Physicians Medical Arts & Research Center
As memory difficulties progress, your loved one may begin to show some behaviors that are hard to handle. This session addresses helpful strategies and tools to work through these behaviors. Light refreshments will be provided.
To register click here.