Posts with the tag “caregiver”

The Pennyrile Area Development District is hosting a FREE Dealing with Dementia workshop on Thursday, March 13 from 8:00am-12:00pm. This workshop will help you navigate the unique challenges of caring for someone with dementia by helping you understand dementia, manage problem behaviors and handle stress. Registration is required. Please contact Miranda White, Family Caregiver Coordinator, at 270-...  Read More

Pennyrile Area Development District is hosting a Spring Caregiver Conference on Friday, May 17, 2024 at the James Bruce Convention Center in Hopkinsville. This event is open to all caregivers of older adults and grandparents raising grandchildren. There is no cost to attend and breakfast and lunch are provided. Registration is required for this event. Please contact Miranda White, Family Caregiver Coordinator, at 270-886-9484 or by email at [email protected] to reserve your spot.  Read More

1 in 4 adults in Kentucky serve as a caregiver to a friend or family member and over half of those caregivers have provided at least two years of care. November is recognized as National Family Caregiver Month and a time to recognize and honor caregivers across the country. I want to take a moment and say THANK YOU to all caregivers, past, present and future, across our region. Your commitment and...  Read More