Stress-Busting for Caregivers
Learn to take better care of yourself while providing care for someone else. This course teaches proven stress-reducing techniques for those caring for someone with a chronic illness or dementia. This free workshop consists of 90-minute sessions that are held once per week for nine weeks.
Caregivers who have completed the program feel significantly lower stress, depression, and anxiety, and are able to enjoy a better quality of life. They have also experienced improvement in their ability to relax, manage stress, and feel better about themselves.
The Stress-Busting class teaches you:
- The impact of stress on your health and how it relates to caregiving
- How to deal with stress through relaxation techniques and problem solving
- How to care for yourself while providing better care for your loved one
All class material will be provided for free to participants.
Upcoming Classes
Wednesday Class
9:30-11 a.m.
February 7 - April 3
Thursday Class
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
February 8 - April 4
Class Overview
Week 1: Getting Started in Stress-Busting
Week 2: Effects on Mind, Body and Spirit
Week 3: Caregiver Stress and Relaxation
Week 4: Facing Challenges
Week 5: Grief, Loss and Depression
Week 6: Coping with Stress
Week 7: Positive Thinking
Week 8: Taking Care of Yourself: Healthy Living
Week 9: Choosing a Path to Wellness