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News and analysis on caregiving topics in MetroWest and beyond.

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Caregiving Chronicles will present news and analysis on caregiving topics in MetroWest and around the world, in-depth Q&As with experts in fields related to caregiving and updates and announcements about caregiving resources available in MetroWest from CaregivingMetroWest.org Program Director Douglas Flynn.


Caregiving Issues, General, Local Resources
June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) »
By DebraMcDonagh / June 13, 2019
WEAAD is a way to raise awareness about the millions of older adults who experience elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.
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Posted on June 13, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Local Resources
Callahan Center Support Groups For adults age 55 and older »
By DebraMcDonagh / June 10, 2019
SPRING 2019 Updates to time and dates of the support groups available at the Callahan Center in Framingham
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Posted on June 10, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Health Conditions, Local Resources
Alzheimer's Seminar: "Am I Invisible?!" - A window into living with dementia »
By DebraMcDonagh / June 4, 2019
Learn how people with Alzheimer's perceive the world around them and how we can help make this a positive experience. Presenter: Mal Allard. Worcester Senior Center Date: Friday, June 7, 2019
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Posted on June 4, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, Local Resources
Alzheimer's Association Event: Effective Communication Strategies »
By DebraMcDonagh / May 30, 2019
Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. Tuesday June 4th
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Posted on May 30, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Health Conditions, Local Resources
The BayPath Spotlight: Healthy Living Program »
By DebraMcDonagh / May 30, 2019
BayPath welcomes Renee D'Argento as our new Healthy Living Program Coordinator. Renee is energizing this program to offer you several evidence-based ways to a healthier you!
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Posted on May 30, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Local Resources
One Year Anniversary of BayPath's Community Partnership with Avidia Bank »
By DebraMcDonagh / May 15, 2019
May 10th, 2019, marked the one year anniversary of Avidia Bank officially announcing its commitment to donate $105,000 to BayPath Elder Services over three years in support of our Family Caregiver Support Program.
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Posted on May 15, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Health Conditions, Local Resources
Aging Together: A study of senior children and their parents »
By DebraMcDonagh / May 14, 2019
UMass Boston is conducting a research study focusing on the large number of senior children (65+) and their parents (aged 90+) living in Massachusetts.
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Posted on May 14, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, Health Conditions, Local Resources
Alzheimer's Association Seminar: Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters »
By DebraMcDonagh / May 14, 2019
Learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection. May 22 at the Shrewsbury Library
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Posted on May 14, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Local Resources
The Natick Community-Senior Center is offering a Powerful Tools for Caregivers course this Spring »
By DebraMcDonagh / April 29, 2019
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to help caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class whether you are helping a parent, spouse, friend, someone who lives at home or across the country.
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Posted on April 29, 2019 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, Health Conditions, Local Resources
Alzheimer's Community Forum Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and memory loss »
By DebraMcDonagh / March 25, 2019
Wednesday, March 27 | 6-7:30 p.m. Franklin Senior Center RSVP Call 800.272.3900 or visit alz.org/manh
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BayPath Elder Services, Inc.'s Family Caregiver Support Program and Caregiving MetroWest are grateful for the generous support of our community partner, Avidia Bank, which helps us continue to give area family caregivers the information, resources and support they need.