Free program offered for caregivers

The Mercury
POTTSTOWN — The TriCounty Community Network is providing a free event for anyone caring for the ill or disabled, of all ages and in all types of settings. The program is being held on Saturday, May 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Parkhouse Providence Pointe, 1600 Black Rock Road, Royersford.

"With nearly 1 out of 12 Pennsylvania residents currently caring for a loved one, finding supportive community resources, such as financial and emotional services, is a priceless gift. Today the typical caregiver is a woman over the age of 45, working full or part time, raising children and/or teens, while caring for a loved one (e.g. an elderly parent, a disabled child). The majority of caregivers simply do not have the time or money to find the support they truly need," said Mandy Blake-German, executive director of TriCounty Community Network. "This free event is meant to not only educate caregivers and the professionals who serve them, but provide a full day to be supported and nurtured."

Participants will start off the day with an interactive drumming circle facilitated by John Seitz, who has a master's degree in music therapy and regularly holds drumming activates with residents at assisted-living and nursing care facilities.

Afterwards there will be a variety of workshops to attend and professionals will be available to talk about available services in surrounding communities. Workshops will cover topics on aromatherapy, dementia care, ethical issues of older adults, pet therapy, reflections of hope, waiver funding, elder law issues, how to identify when someone is ready for hospice and much more.

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