CAREGIVING DURING COVID-19

CAREGIVING DURING COVID-19
Friday, April 10, 2020 by Carol B. Amos

CAREGIVING DURING COVID-19

Dear Caregivers and Friends,

My prayers are with you and your loved one. Let us do our part to flatten the covid-19 curve by adhering to stay-at-home policies and social distancing practices. Try to maintain a routine with your loved one and limit news time to essential coverage. Do something fun or funny everyday. Try to remain positive and hopeful. Reach out to community resources if you need help or are overwhelmed. The Alzheimer’s Association Helpline is available 24/7 at 800.272.3900.

I hope this information will help you or someone you know.

I pray that you and your families are doing well. It is difficult to comprehend not being able to visit a loved one in a senior facility. So I pray to God for his strength and covering for us all.

Dear Caregivers and Friends,

My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Please remain positive and hopeful. Here is information that can help you as a caregiver.

Covid-19 Articles and Videos for Caregivers

“Apart, Not Alone: A Guide for Remote Caregiving During Covid-19” by Amy Goyer. https://get.aloecare.com/covid-19/

“Using What You Know To Provide Connection When You Are Apart” by Teepa Snow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cabPJdMO0q0&feature=youtu.be

“How To Preserve Your Mental Strength When Everything Is Uncertain” by Paula Davis-Laack. https://www.forbes.com/sites/pauladavislaack/2020/03/17/how-to-preserve-your-mental-strength-when-everything-is-uncertain/#7a799ae251e0

“Grocery Shopping Tips in COVID-19” by Jeffrey VanWingen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjDuwc9KBps&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2QfW5B0xS9E7fNLY4I5n9oNU-Ff4g7HP3S8ORqo0WXT-U5sENRFdalCI4

“5 Questions to Ask if Your Loved One Is in a Quarantined Facility” by Christina Ianzito. https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/health/info-2020/questions-for-quarantined-facility.html

Caregiver Education and Support during Covid-19

Virtual Memory Cafes with Cafe Connect^®

With most in-person Memory Cafes suspended during these challenging times, Café Connect® is where to find “Virtual Memory Cafes” around the world. To find a Virtual Memory Café visit https://www.memorycafedirectory.com/cafe-connect/

Alzheimer's Association April Virtual Education Webinars

Attend by phone or online. Register today. Call the 24/7 Helpline to register: 800.272.3900. No one should face Alzheimer's alone. Call the Alzheimer’s Association Helpline or visit https://www.alz.org for information on Alzheimer’s disease, covid-19, and resources.

a. Effective Communication Strategies

Tuesday, April 14, 2020, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

b. 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's

Wednesday, April 15, 2020, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

c. Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

d. Effective Communication Strategies

Wednesday, April 29, 2020, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

H.O.P.E. for the Alzheimer's Journey: Help, Organization, Preparation, and Education for the Road Ahead has been reduced to $8.47 (50% off) with free shipping in the U.S. Many Alzheimer’s Support Groups have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Caregivers can benefit from the encouragement, advice, tips, and tools in H.O.P.E. for the Alzheimer’s Journey. H.O.P.E. has helped many caregivers have a less stressful, more rewarding journey. Visit https://carolbamos.com/books (50% off), Amazon, or bookstores to purchase H.O.P.E.

Social Media

Caregivers please follow me on social media to receive useful information on Alzheimer’s disease and caregiving. This month I am sharing pertinent information on Covid-19 and caregiver tips from “H.O.P.E. for the Alzheimer's Journey.” Follow me at:

* LinkedIN at Carol B. Amos
* Facebook @hopeforthealzheimersjourney
* Twitter @Carolbamos

Easter Weekend

Sight & Sound is broadcasting the play "Jesus" this Easter weekend. This state-of-the-art Christian theatre in our area incorporates live animals in their performances. Watch the free streaming on TBN on your favorite device anytime April 10 -12 or tune in to the TBN channel. Click here for previews and more info: https://www.jesusevent.com.

2020 Schedule

Many of my 2020 events have been cancelled or postponed because of restrictions due to Covid-19. Please visit the events portion of my website in June https://carolbamos.com/events for updates to my 2020 schedule.