To help family caregivers cope with the demands of caring for their loved ones with chronic medical conditions, Hawaii Community Caregiver Network (HCCN) is sponsoring Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) classes in Kona.
The six-week class series begins on June 16 and continues every Thursday until July 21 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Regency Hualalai in Kailua-Kona.
During the classes, family caregivers will learn self-care tools to: reduce personal stress; change negative self-talk; communicate their needs to family members and healthcare or service providers; communicate more effectively in challenging situations; recognize messages in their emotions; deal with difficult feelings; and make tough caregiving decisions.
Participants are expected to attend all six classes. A $10 fee will cover costs of photocopying. Participants who complete the series will receive The Caregiver Helpbook at no charge. Advance registration is required.
Call Corin Kelly at (808) 987-4615 to register. More information is available at hawaiicaregivers.org/powerful-tools.