Pine Tree Hospice offers free one-day dementia care training

DOVER-FOXCROFT — As part of Pine Tree Hospice’s Caring for the Caregiver series, Peter Baker, LMSW, manager of Helpline Services for the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, will present a one-day training titled “Caring for the Person with Dementia”. The training will be take place on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Dover-Foxcroft United Methodist Church. Lunch will be provided.

The training will begin with an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Participants will learn about effective communication strategies and find out current best practices on dealing with dementia-related behaviors. They will also discuss ways in which caregivers of those with dementia can take care of themselves and avoid burnout. The day will conclude with an overview of programs and services and a time for Q and A.

This program is offered free-of-charge and is open to any community member caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, as a family member, friend or professional caregiver. Call Pine Tree Hospice at 564-4346 or email wecare@pinetreehospice.org for more information or to register.