Caring Matters - Sacramento County IHSS Public Authority
Caring Matters - Sacramento County IHSS Public Authority
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LearningJuly 2009 ClassesHIV/Aids Overview- The myths and facts about HIV/AIDS,the needs of those affected, caregiving precautions andavailable resources.Chronic Pain Management- Topics include pain indexes,current treatments, medications and alternative therapies.***Points for Providing Personal Care- Helpful tips formouth care, bathing, feeding, dressing and grooming WATTWheelchair Maintenance-Learn more about wheelchairsafety and maintenance.Sleep Disturbances- Learn more about what causes sleepproblems and learn tools to help alleviate these problems.APS Reporting & Fraud Abuse Reporting- Become skilledat understanding when and why to make mandatory reports.Learn more about what happens after a report is made.August 2009 ClassesConservatorships, Trusts & Future Planning- Legalinformation and useful options for planning for dependantadult care.Foot Care: Prevention and Treatment-Feet are important!Learn more about common foot problems and treatments.An Overview on Mental Health-Information aboutDepression, Bipolar and Anxiety and Schizophrenia.Home Safety and Universal Precautions-Stay safe on thejob and injury free by applying these tips and hints.Grief and Bereavement-Phases of grief, normal reactionsand tools when we are “stuck” in the grieving process.September 2009 ClassesCommunity Resources to the Rescue!-Learn about countyprograms that can be of help to caregivers and consumers.Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia- Overcomedifficulties in caring for consumers with cognitive difficulties.Family Caregiver Orientation-How to prepare forreassessments, payroll issues, caregiving skills, advice andtips about the <strong>IHSS</strong> program.12Class Schedule7/01/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmDr. Guillermo Acuna, CARES7/08/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmPenney Cowan, Chronic Pain Ass.7/13/09 Mon. 5:30-7:30pmTerry McPeek, Eskaton7/15/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmRafael Gutierrez, Wheelchair Center7/22/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmAnn Hatfield, Geriatric Network7/29/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pm<strong>IHSS</strong> Fraud Department8/05/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmMichael Pierce, Attorney8/12/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmDr. Karen Romines8/19/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmDr. Cameron Carter, UCDMC8/25/09 Tues. 5:30-7:30pm<strong>IHSS</strong> <strong>Public</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> Staff8/26/09 Wed. 5:30-7:30pmTonya Edelman, Senior Peer Counseling9/08/09 Tues. 5:30-7:30pm<strong>IHSS</strong> <strong>Public</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> Staff9/15/09 Tues. 5:30-7:30pmDenise Davis, Alzheimer’s Assoc.9/22/09 Tues. 5:30-7:30pm<strong>IHSS</strong> <strong>Public</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> Staff= CORE Class
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