Holidays and Caregiving are Stressful; BACOA Can Help

Posted October 20, 2018 11:00 pm

Sue Olafson

The Barrington Area Council on Aging is hosting a special workshop to arm caregivers with the help they need to better maneuver the holidays Thursday, Nov. 8, from 5-7:15 p.m. at the Garlands of Barrington's Performing Arts Center, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. A light dinner will be served and there is no cost to attend. However, registration is required.

"Special occasions can be stressful when a loved one is dealing with an advanced illness or dementia," said BACOA's Social Services Coordinator Pam Pellizzari. "But this workshop will help caregivers see these events as joyous and how these moments will create memories that will last a lifetime."

Featured speakers are Amanda Savage Brown, PhD., LCSW of Samaritan Counseling Center and JourneyCare's Community Outreach Manager Mary Helen Ekstam, MT-BC, who will help caregivers learn how to approach the holiday season differently.

"It's about reframing expectations and embracing the season with your health-challenged loved one," said Pellizzari.

To register, contact BACOA at 847-381-5030.

Article Comments

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.