Winter/Spring 2025 Workshops
Finding the Right Assisted Living Facility
Ryan Shupp, Director, Assisted Living Program
Before a crisis occurs, it is important to know what your options are if you or a loved one need to transition to an assisted living setting. Join us as Ryan presents information and tips on choosing the right assisted living, along with the financial considerations to consider.
February 6, 2025; 1:00 p.m.
Glen Burnie/North County Office
7320 Ritchie Highway
This workshop will also be available via Zoom. Please register below.
Understanding Dementia Behaviors
Mary Chaput, MA, CDP; Director, Family Caregiver Support Programs
As an individual with dementia loses their ability to communicate with words, behavior becomes a powerful form of communication. Often, it is an individual’s only way to communicate their needs, their feelings, and their pain. Sometimes these behaviors pose challenges for the caregiver. This workshop will identify common triggers that can cause reactions in individuals living with dementia, and discuss how changing our response to dementia behaviors can help everyone have a better day!
March 24, 2025; 2:00 pm
Brooklyn Park Library
1 E. 11th Avenue, Brooklyn Park
Mechanics of Caregiving
Ben Ogundipe, PT, DPT
Learn how to help your loved one with the activities of daily living without jeopardizing your own health as Ben demonstrates injury prevention strategies related to care giving duties.
March 31, 2025; 6:00 pm
Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West Street, Annapolis
Creating a Care Plan
Jennifer Sapp, MSG, MSW, LCSW-C
Health care professionals create care plans for their patients to ensure that their patient receives the care tailored to their specific needs. This care is coordinated and delivered through various healthcare disciplines and regular communication. As a
caregiver, you are the coordinator of care for your loved one and you need a care plan, too. Learn how to develop and manage a care plan for your loved one so that you can better coordinate and support quality care while reducing caregiver stress.
April 30, 2025; 6:00 pm
Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West Street, Annapolis
Parkinson's Disease
Dawn Lewis, Development Manager, Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Parkinson's Foundation
Living with Parkinson's disease can be challenging, but there are many things that can be done to maintain and improve the quality of life for a loved one. This program will provide families with information to help those with Parkinson’s find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead.
May 6, 2025; 2:00 pm
Crofton Library
1681 Riedel Road, Crofton
What Caregivers Want (And Need) To Know
Caregiver Program Staff
Caregivers typically want to know about the specific medical condition of the person they are caring for and how the condition might progress. They are also looking at how to access support systems and resources and how to plan for the future. Most importantly, they need to know how to prioritize their own physical and emotional well-being while providing quality care. Join the Department of Aging & Disabilities caregiver program staff as we dive into these questions, as well as any other questions you bring to the session.
May 6, 2025; 6:00 pm
Severna Park Library
45 West McKinsey Road, Severna Park
Brain Health, Mental Health, and Quality of Life for Caregivers
Kim Burton, Behavioral Health Consultant and Educator
The quality of our lives and relationships are directly impacted by our mental health. Our mental health depends on the health of our brains and our minds. This program provides important and practical information, as well as resources to maximize good mental health and reduce caregiver stress.
June 5, 2025; 6:00 pm
Severn Community Center
1160 Reece Road, Severn