Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is a chance to start the year off right by making an impact in your community. This year, consider honoring Dr. King’s legacy by becoming a year-round volunteer helping Wake County seniors, adults with disabilities and family caregivers. By attending an orientation on MLK Day, you will learn about the The Center for …
Rob Pollock, MSW, LCSW was our guest presenter for November’s Lunch and Learn. Rob has over 30 years’ experience in the mental health field and explained the difference between normal emotions related to getting older and those which may be symptomatic of harmful illnesses. This distinction is important, as untreated mental health disorders in older adults can lead to diminished …
The Caregiver Academy features Powerful Tools for Caregivers. This self-care education program for family caregivers provides you with tools and strategies to better handle the unique caregiver challenges you face. The Caregiver Academy begins on Wednesday January 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and runs for the next 5 Wednesdays at that same time. The sessions are held at …
All over Wake County, families are struggling to take care of themselves while caring for those they love. If it is not you, someone in your neighborhood is a caregiver and chances are they are getting help from The Center whether it be from a respite volunteer, Prelude Respite program or as a participant in our Caregiver Academy. Give Today …
Prelude Group Respite is held the third Tuesday of the month from 1 – 4:30 p.m. This free service is offered to Caregivers of seniors with dementia and makes it possible for them to take a break while their family member participates in meaningful activities with their peers. Participants enjoy playing games, music, crafts and some holiday-inspired activities. Caregivers tell us it’s …
