Join the Clinton County Cooperative Extension Office for a positive

approach to dementia caregiving

on November 18

Our community is aging and that trend is projected to continue over the next few years. Sometimes with age, everyday activities such as shopping, cooking and taking care of a home or oneself becomes increasingly challenging and care from other family members is needed. When memory loss and brain disorders are present, those tasks can become even more challenging. Providing care for an individual with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be challenging and, at times, overwhelming.

As one of America’s leading educators on dementia, Teepa Snow provides training sessions to caregivers and healthcare professionals throughout the country. Teepa has made it her personal mission to help families and professionals better understand how it feels to be living with such challenges and seeks to change and improve life for everyone involved.

We welcome you to join us for a live-stream presentation (via the TV/computer) from the University of Kentucky campus with Teepa Snow on Tuesday, November 18th at the Clinton County Cooperative Extension Office (2601 North Hwy 127). The afternoon will offer the following sessions:

12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Coping with Challenging Behaviors

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. How to Communicate

with Someone with Dementia

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. How to Enjoy the Holidays

When Dementia is Part of the Picture

Participants will have the chance to chat and ask questions electronically. You may choose the session that most interests you or join us for the entire afternoon. The event is free and light refreshments will be provided. To register, please call the Extension Office at (606) 387-5404 or email christy.nuetzman@uky.edu.

As we think about aging family members and caregiving, preparing yourself, understanding your loved one’s experience, and seeking support from others can help you succeed on the caregiving journey. Join us to learn more on Tuesday, November 18th.

Educational programs of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension serve all people regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.

Supporting Individuals with Autism

The Clinton County Community Early Childhood Council is sponsoring a Supporting Individuals with Autism Workshop on Saturday, November 15th from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CST at the Clinton County Early Childhood Center Auditorium. The Council has partnered with the Kentucky Autism Training Center to provide this FREE training for parents, caregivers and child care providers in the area. If you would like to attend please contact Sandra Pharis at 606-387-5828 ext. 195 or Christy Nuetzman at 606-387-5404.