Lao Advancement Organization of America (LAOA)
Caregiver Education and Training - Dementia Workshops
Lao Advancement Organization of America
2648 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55411
(612) 302-9154
laoa@laoamerica.org
http://www.laoamerica.org/Dementia.html
Service Details
Description
Family caregiver training and education focuses on building caregiver skills, dealing with stress and managing the caregiver role.
Additional Information
Dementia awareness presentations:
* Free community workshops (9 sessions)
* Events for caregivers and care recipients
Features
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Area Served by County
- Hennepin County
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Payment
- Free / no cost to everyone
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Specialization
- Caregivers
- Dementia
- Laotian Community
Fees
Community workshops are free.
Business Hours
8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
9:00am - 3:00pm, Saturday
Area Served
Hennepin County
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main | (612) 302-9154 |
Last Update
12/5/2024
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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LT-1750.1700Dementia Management Definition
Programs that offer any of a variety of therapeutic approaches which are intended to maximize the existing cognitive functioning of people who have Alzheimer's disease, Pick's disease or other forms of cognitive impairment. Interventions include structured activities and exercises that are designed for people who have a short attention span and require extra verbal and visual stimulation with the objective of enhancing the individual's perception of the environment, promoting trust, reducing anxiety, avoiding overstimulation and maximizing communication skills.
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PH-0800Caregiver Training Definition
Programs that provide training for family members and other informal caregivers which focuses on care-related activities such as medication management, personal care and making the home environment safe and barrier-free as well as on stress management and other techniques to help the caregiver take care of him or herself. The focus of the training is on building the skills and capacity of the caregiver to manage their caregiving role. Some programs include a caregiver assessment, development of an individualized plan that focuses on the caregiver, setting goals and establishing a routine for ongoing support for the caregiver.
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YF-3000.2380Dementia Definition
An acquired reduction in mental capacity that is characterized by impairment of memory, judgment and intellectual functioning which is often accompanied by behavioral disturbances.
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YH-0500.8170-400Laotian Community Definition
Individuals who are either citizens of Laos or who identify themselves as part of the Laotian community. Laos is a country in southeast Asia. The official language is Lao.