March 2021 MRHAssociation.org

Register Today for these Upcoming Customized Caregiver Training & Relief Program Webinars! The Missouri Rural Health Association, Memory Care Home Solutions, and Alzheimer's Association of Greater Missouri are hosting a webinar series to provide helpful information about the Customized Caregiver Training and Relief Program. Attendees can expect:   March 17, 2021 - a high-level program overview. Click to register.   March 24, 2021 - details about Memory Care Home Solutions and their success rate with those caring for loved ones with dementia. Click to register.   March 31, 2021 - Alzheimer's Association of Greater Missouri will talk about its care consultations and how to qualify for up to $700 reimbursement for qualified respite expenses. Click to register.   Visit MRHAssociation.org/caregivers for more details about the program.

Providing Unique Relief for Unique Challenges

Program Overview

The Customized Caregiver Training & Relief Program (CCTRP), administered by Missouri Rural Health Association, Alzheimer's Association of Greater Missouri, and Memory Care Home Solutions, offers caregivers free care consultations, customized in-home care assessments and training, tools to reduce stress, improve communication, make home-safety improvements, and reimburses up to $700 for qualified respite-related expenses. CCTRP, provided through a grant from Missouri DHSS, incorporates two tracks: Caregiver Training Program and Caregiver Relief Program.

The Caregiver Relief Program is delivered by the Alzheimer’s Association and reimburses caregivers for: Assessments and care coordination Adult day care In-home care Nutritional supplements Safety and supportive programs Education programs Counseling services Reimbursements for a family is capped at $700 per year, per person with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Emergency respite is also available. Enrollment begins with a call to the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) to set up a Care Consultation.  The Caregiver Training Program is delivered by Memory Care Home Solutions and includes: In-home assessments for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias to identify unmet needs and develop a customized training plan for the caregiver. Training materials and other resources to help modify activities of daily living (ADLs) in a manner that promotes increased independence for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Follow-up calls and visits to assess the customized plan, recommend plan adjustments as needed, and provide additional resources if necessary. Assistive safety devices, when necessary, to help with ADLs and increase the safety and well-being of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Referrals to other community support services and resources as needed. Enrollment begins with a pre-screening phone call (314.645.6247) with a Memory Care intake specialist.

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Caregiving Takes a Village: Support Resources

Caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia face unique challenges. Care for loved ones will change as their disease progresses and caregivers face stress, grief, and loss as well as bear the weigh of financial and legal responsibilities. The Alzheimer's Association (AA) has several resources available for caregivers navigating these challenges.

5 Tips to Help You Cope Caregivers helping loved ones with dementia may begin to neglect their own self-care. The AA recommends: Managing your stress levels with relaxation techniques to avoid developing physical symptoms of stress Be realistic about the behaviors and changes you can and can't help with Know you're doing your best Take breaks for yourself Accept changes as they occur and accept help when needed Caregiver Health Tips

Find Support Peer- and professional-led support groups provide comfort and compassion for those new to caregiving. Join a virtual support group or find support through ALZConnected, a free community board for those affected by dementia. Join ALZConnected

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