David Davis

COMMUNITY News:

The road for a caregiver is a long one. Are you prepared for your journey?

Prepare to Care … A Caregiver’s Guide to Success is developed and presented by David Davis, founder and executive director of The MemoryCare Alliance. Davis was a caregiver for his mother who lived with Alzheimer’s for 11 years.

He was a regional manager for the Alzheimer’s Association in Santa Fe. His experience, unique way of educating and direct approach, make “Prepare to Care” not only informative but entertaining. This is the ultimate game changer for every caregiver.

This four week course will enable participants to educate themselves with the necessary skills needed, develop understanding of dementia-related illness and empower themselves to provide the best possible care for your loved-one:

• Understanding the disease and its different stages Legal and financial challenges;
• Day to day caregiving techniques How to create a long term care plan;
• Behavior challenges Risk management and how to avoid potential catastrophe; and
• Shopping for services like in home care or hospice Learning how to manage your own selfcare while caring for a loved one.

“This course gave me the education and understanding to be able to care for my wife with the dignity and respect she deserves.” –Mr. T. “You pulled back the curtain and discussed what no one else was ever willing to tell me. You talk about what people really need to know.” –Mr. P.

The next class is 1-4 p.m., Wednesdays March 10, 17, 24 and 31 … free and online via ZOOM. Use ID# 881 0496 1831 … no password is required.

For more information, call 505.310.9752 or email director.memorycarealliance@gmail.com www.thememorycarealliance.org.