ACT Course for Carers - 'Communication Book'

26 May 2011 to 16 Jun 2011

Alzheimer's Australia ACT
159 Maribrynong Avenue, Kaleen, ACT, 2617 

Event type
Education and training 
Suitable for
Care Workers, Family and Carers 
Members
FREE
Non-Members
FREE

Held in conjuction with CIT skills for carers - a course over four weeks.
Communication books or 'life books' are living, creative documents that have proven to be useful tools for older people, people with disabilities, their families and carers. They provide current and vital information about a person's background, present situation and hopes for the future.

Life books are unique to each person.  They may contain practical information about medical history, daily routines, food preferences and communication techniques and/or be more intensive and may include memorabilia and photos.

Life books may tell a life story, detailing memory, strengths, likes/dislikes, dreams and aspirations.  This series of practical workshops will provide the time, resources and support for carers to create a life book for the person in their family who they support.

15 places only - so RSVP essential, please call 6255 0722.  A healthy morning tea will be available at all sessions.

Thursday 26 May, 2,9,16 June

* If registering as an Alzheimer's Australia member you will be required to supply a valid membership number upon arrival at the event.