A series of webinars for older adult caregivers in San Diego County has been recognized as one of the top 10 innovative local programs in the nation.
“As our population continues to age, we need to innovate to deliver programs and services to them and their families,” said Chairman Ron Roberts, San Diego County Board of Supervisors. “These webinars allow us to provide people with access to experts and information without leaving their homes.”
The webinar series links family caregivers with local resource experts who discuss topics geared toward older adults and their caregivers. The online talks are presented at noon on Fridays and are scheduled throughout the year.
“As we continue to implement the County’s Live Well, San Diego! initiative, programs like this are creative ways to deliver health care messages,” said Nick Macchione, director of the County Health and Human Services Agency. “The more information and ideas you can share with people, the better position they are in to take control of their personal health and help improve the overall health of the region.”
The 2012 n4a Aging Innovations Awards recognized Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) and Title VI Native American programs that have developed successful approaches to support older adults, persons with disabilities and their family caregivers.
Here’s the upcoming schedule of webinars:
Aug. 17: “How to Ask for the Help You Need” with Alejandra Ceja Aguilar, Southern Caregiver Resource Center. No one can care for your loved one as well as you can, but don’t do it alone. Find out how to get the help you need to continue providing the best possible care.
Aug. 31: “How Safe Are You?” with Stephanie Olivas, Burn Institute. People over age 65 have a home fire death rate nearly twice the national average. For those over 75, that risk nearly triples. Find out how to prevent these fires from happening to you and your loved ones.
For more information on how to participate, visit www.caregivercoalitionsd.org.
