Support
Education
Advocacy
A Program for Older Adults with Mental Illness, Their Families and Caregivers
Side by Side for Independent Living is a series of 8 educational workshops that provide information and guidance to family members and caregivers of older adults with mental illness. These workshops provide information on critical topics appropriate to those caring for older adults with mental illness. The goal is to help participants better understand and support their loved ones in managing their illness and coping with other issues related to aging.
These workshops are designed for caregivers, such as family members or close friends, whether or not they reside with the older adult, as well as “professional caregivers” who are hired to provide in-home, non-medical services to older adults. Participants may attend all 8 workshops or just those of interest. Registration is required.
To schedule or attend a workshop, contact Bernie Siefert via Email or call 603.225.5359.
Workshop Topics
Workshop 1 ~ Meeting Caregiver Needs: Supports for the Support Person
Workshop 2 ~ Medical Care: Navigating the Health Care System
Workshop 3 ~ Understanding Depression in Older Adults: Preventing Suicide
Workshop 4 ~ Understanding Mental Health Issues in Older Adults
Workshop 5 ~ Coping with Changing and Challenging Behaviors
Workshop 6 ~ Substance Use and Misuse in Older Adults
Workshop 7 ~ Legal Issues: Who Makes the Decisions and When?
Workshop 8 ~ Wellness and Healthy Living
Workshop 9 ~ Understanding Dementia
