Caring for a Loved One? AARP Massachusetts Can Help with an Online Series This Fall
We know family caregivers’ responsibilities can be challenging. There are times it may seem overwhelming. AARP is here to provide family caregivers some solutions that may save them time and money and provide them with more support.
November is National Family Caregivers Month and AARP Massachusetts is offering an online series to empower caregivers with knowledge, resources, and strategies to navigate your caregiving journey effectively.
Whether you are a caregiver now or may be in the future, this virtual series has something for you!
Tuesday November 5 at Noon | Online
In this session, we’ll introduce essential information caregivers need to more easily manage the costs and complexities of caregiving - information on creating a health care plan, choosing a power of attorney and budgeting for housing and transportation costs, for example.
AARP’s Financial Workbook for Family Caregivers will be reviewed, and we’ll explore how to incorporate the tips into your caregiving. Additional resources will also be provided.
Click here to register.
Tuesday November 12 at 7:00 pm| Online
Having too much stuff can be an impediment when people want to relocate or get health care in their homes. This interactive online class on decluttering and downsizing explores why holding on to stuff is so important to some people and shares practical tips on home organization, from involving everyone in the household in the decluttering effort and clearing one tiny area at a time to storing important papers electronically.
Learn how to get started! And bring your questions, as there will be time for Q&A.
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Tuesday November 19 at Noon|Online
Find out what your lifestyle would look like if you filled it with brain-healthy behaviors. A lifestyle that supports brain health can make a big difference to your well-being throughout your life, and it’s within your power to make the daily choices that can get you there.
Learn about “six pillars” that support brain health. These lifestyle habits include cultivating social connections, managing stress, getting high-quality sleep and moving around more, for example.
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Tuesday November 26 at 7:00 pm | Online
Discover smart design changes you can make for a safer and more comfortable home. Small home improvements can make a big difference in your life. They can make your home a space that enables you to “age in place,” to thrive as your living situation changes. They can also make life easier for visitors of all ages, from grandchildren to adult children and friends. Learn about the free AARP HomeFit Guide, which can help you assess each room in your house and offers home-improvement tips on everything from installing comfort-height toilets and shower seating to choosing slip-free rugs and exterior lighting that doesn’t require a ladder to change the bulb.
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Family and friends are the backbones of America's care system, providing the bulk of care for older people in the U.S. as they strive to live independently. If you are not currently a family caregiver, at some point in your life you either will be a caregiver or need a caregiver.
AARP Caregiving Resource Center at https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
For Massachusetts specific caregiving resources check out: https://states.aarp.org/massachusetts/caregiver-resources
To help advocate for caregivers, send us an an email ma@aarp.org
