WAIKOLOA VILLAGE — To help family caregivers cope with the demands of caring for their loved ones with chronic medical conditions, Hawaii Community Caregiver Network (HCCN) is sponsoring free “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” classes from 6-8 p.m. beginning July 18 at Waikoloa Community Church.
The classes will continue every Tuesday through August 22.
During the six-week series, family caregivers will learn self-care tools to reduce personal stress, change negative self-talk, communicate their needs to family members and health care or service providers, communicate more effectively in challenging situations, recognize messages in their emotions, deal with difficult feelings and how to make tough caregiving decisions.
Attendance is required at all six classes. A $25 deposit for course materials will be collected at the first class and refunded upon completion of the six-week series. Participants who complete the series will receive “The Caregiver Helpbook” at no charge.
Advance registration is required by calling Loli Paranada at 936-6499.