St. Francis Healthcare System offers informative sessions by experts for family caregivers . Enjoy networking with other caregivers facing the same challenges!
Each class is $10. All classes are held at the St. Francis Kūpuna Village, 2226 Liliha Street, Weinberg Building. To register, contact Maylynn Wong at mwong@stfrancishawaii.org or (808) 547-8138.
Home Modifications
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Room 224
Find out what to consider when modifying your home to successfully and safely age in place. Presented by Curt Kiriu, President of CK Independent Living Builders, and Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS).
Hands-on Bathing Training
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Room 202
Receive training on hands-on techniques to give your loved one a bath safely and easily. Limited to 10 participants. Led by Roberta Lovely, retired Registered Nurse.
Mobility Training
Saturday, August 19, 2017
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Room 202
Learn how to transfer your loved one using proper body mechanics and assisted devices. Limited to 20 participants. Presented by Bryce Sumida and LesliAnn Kikuchi, Licensed Physical Therapists.
Living Wills
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Room 202
Learn about advance care directives, living wills, trusts, and more. Presented by Kristin Lambert-Bryant, a Honolulu estate planning attorney.
Taking Care of #1:
Importance of Active Aging
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Room 202
Learn how to put more life in your years with an exciting, positive way of approaching retirement. Led by Cullen Hayashida, PhD, St. Francis Elder Care Program Advisor.
Fall Prevention & Senior Exercises
Saturday, September 2, 2017
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Room 224
Learn how to prevent falls and enjoy exercises to maintain your mobility. Limited to 20 participants. Led by Julie Okamura, MSPT of Hoku Physical Therapy, located in the St. Francis Kūpuna Village.
Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
5:00 om – 7:00 pm
Room 224
A family member diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias can change your life. In partnership with St. Francis Healthcare System, the Alzheimer’s Association provides practical advice on how to understand and communicate with your loved ones.
Understanding Hawaii’s
Long-Term Care Options
Friday, September 29, 2017
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Room 224
Learn about the various long term care options available for Hawaii’s families. Led by John McDermott, LSW, ACSW, M. Div., State Long Term Ombudsman.