CGSI Workshops
General Aging Issues
Financial Abuse of Seniors
Covering the most recent scams in Northwest Georgia, this workshop is presented on a limited basis. The highlights of this session are the knowledgeable experts giving the latest information on scams in our area. Depending on availability, the panel consists of a retired Federal Agent, a Fraud Investigator for Bartow County, and a representative of the Area Agency on Aging. Generally between 60-90 minutes.
Legal Preparation for Aging
Do you know what documents you need to have? Attend this workshop and find out what everyone, but especially Seniors should have in place. It is presented by an Elder Law Attorney, who explains the importance of each document. Topics include Wills, Power of Attorney for Medical, Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, Advance Directives, and protecting assets in certain situations. Generally between 60-90 minutes.
Aging-in-Place
Do you want to stay in your home as you age? Explore the possibility of aging in place and what that means. Learn what changes and modifications may need to living spaces to make them more functional and enhance safety. Things we consider: Can you really afford to stay put? Is it safe to stay put? Can you help your kids by moving closer? How you can create and build Social Capital? You will gain valuable information that will empower you to make the best decision for yourself. Generally between 60-90 minutes.
Isolation and Loneliness
Is your loved one lonely? Do you know how to identify loneliness in your loved one or what to do about it? Isolation and loneliness are affecting more and more of our older adults. We consider the negative impact isolation and loneliness can have on people and how they negatively impact life. Explore some health conditions linked to loneliness, some of the causes of loneliness, and when loneliness and isolation become a problem. Generally between 60-90 minutes.
Managing Bereavement & Grief
No one likes to think about or discuss grief, but at some point, all of us will be affected by it. Grief isn’t just the loss of a loved one. We look at several aspects of Anticipatory Grief during a prolonged illness of a loved one. Of course, we cannot cover all of the issues associated with grief in one session, but we will see how grief affects the whole person and provide some practical ways of successfully managing the journey of grief. For more information on Grief Recovery go to GriefShare.org Generally between 60-90 minutes.
Planning an Exit Strategy - End of Life Planning
Have you planned ahead for when you leave this early? No one likes to think about this difficult subject but having a plan in place with all the documents needed and different situations considered will help eliminate stress and uncertainty for you and your loved ones. Learn practical ways of making your wishes known and leave your loved ones a clear plan for moving forward. This class goes a step further than the Legal Preparation workshop and includes practical things you can do in preparing for the End of Life. Some topics include: how you want to be cared for if there is a prolonged illness, personal communication with family and friends, distribution of personal effects, and funeral planning. Generally between 60-90 minutes.
CGSI'S Workshops
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
This class is 6 sessions held once a week for two hours. Class participants receive The Caregiver Help Workbook with information not covered in class.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes give caregivers the tools they can use to take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.
By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver.
The class will give you tools to help:
Reduce Stress
Improve Self-Confidence
Manage Time, Set Goals, and Solve Problems
Better Communicate Their Feelings
Locate Helpful Resources
Make Tough Decisions
Space is limited for Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes. Please contact us for the next available class.
How to talk with a physician to get the information you need
What records do you need to keep
Exploring family and friend dynamics in an ongoing illness
Answers about Palliative Care and Hospice
Becoming a Better Medical Advocate for Your Loved One
Want to learn how to be a better advocate for your loved one? In this 90-minute class workshop, learn how to better make informed medical decisions by knowing important questions to ask, what records to keep, and how to ask for help. Topics discussed include
Maintaining Caregiver Health
Wonder how you can find time to take care of yourself while taking care of your loved one? This 90-minute class looks at the importance of caregivers taking care of themselves. You will learn some practical things about taking care of yourself, recognizing the signs of caregiver stress, dealing with difficult situations, and suggestions for getting the help you need. Practical suggestions are offered in developing a plan for managing caregiver responsibilities.
Ultimate Caregiver Support Workshop
Don’t have time to attend multiple workshops? Let us schedule this half-day workshop for your group. Topics include strategies to help take care of yourself, how to recognize the signs of caregiver stress, and how to deal with and get help for caregiver stress. Learn how to develop a plan for managing caregiver responsibilities.
This program has been specifically designed for caregivers who may not be able to attend multiple sessions but want the opportunity to learn “tips and tools” for caregiving in one intense session.
This workshop is about four hours long depending on class participation.
Participants receive over 50 handouts on various subjects for self-evaluation, checklists, and handouts on a wide range of subjects. Topics covered in the workshop include:
Self-care for the caregiver
Reducing Personal Stress
Communication techniques with their care receiver
Family and Friends dynamics
How to talk with a physician
Being an Advocate for your care receiver
Record Keeping
Where to find additional resources and help
How to find a support group
Customize A Workshop for Your Group
We know how precious a caregiver’s time is and we know that not every subject is of value to every person. That is why we offer customized workshops by allowing you to pick which subjects you want to include and the timeframe that best suits your needs.
In addition to the subjects listed, we can also customize a workshop to include professionals such as an Elder Law Attorney, a Certified Financial Planner, a Senior Home Safety Specialist, or a certified Aging-in-Place Specialist.
You pick the subject and time allotment, and we’ll personalize a workshop just for you. Contact us for price and participant requirements.
Alzheimer's and Dementia Workshops
The Brain, Alzheimer’s, & Dementia
What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia? How do they affect the brain? Come learn the answers to those questions and more. Look at what is and what is not considered normal aging, review the 10 warning signs for Alzheimer’s, learn how the brain function changes as the disease progress, and what behavior those changes affect. Understand how and when to seek medical advice and what to expect at different stages in the disease.
Effective Communication Strategies
What to know how to communicate with someone living with Alzheimer’s through all phases of the disease. Come learn how communication changes during the progressive stages of the disease and discover effective strategies that will enable you to continue communication throughout the advancing stages. Learn how to listen to, de-code and respond to what someone living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia is really trying to say.
Understanding & Responding to Dementia-related Behavior
Why is he/she doing that? Discover how to identify common triggers for behavior associated with the changing brain of someone living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Understand the process for assessing and identifying challenging behaviors, and learn strategies to address some of the more common behaviors associated with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Identify ways to safeguard your home to provide a safe and comfortable place for someone living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Is it Alzheimer's or something else?
What do I need to be aware of?
Discover how to recognize the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s.
Health Living for Your Brain and Body
What do we need to consider to keep our brains healthy?
Learn how lifestyle can impact Alzheimer's.
