Classes for Compassionate and Confident Caregiving
You can become a more confident caregiver with less stress. St. Francis Healthcare System gives today’s busy family caregivers new tools and tips by artfully blending clinical expertise with practical know-how. We offer unique, specially designed hands-on training to make caregiving less intimidating for families.
Each of the following classes is just $10. All classes are held at the St. Francis Kūpuna Village, 2226 Liliha Street. To register for these classes, contact Maylynn Wong at (808) 547-8138 or MWong@stfrancishawaii.org.
Bathing Training
Friday, October 14, 2016
5 – 7 pm or
Saturday, October 22, 2016
9 – 11 am
Room 202
Receive training in hands-on techniques to give your loved one a bath safely and easily. You’ll feel the emotions aging family members may feel as they are receiving care. Limited to 10 participants. Led by Roberta Lovely, Registered Nurse.
Living Wills
Saturday, October 15, 2016
10:30 am – noon
Room 224
Explore important subjects that we often put off – durable power of attorney, advance care directives, living wills, and trusts. Limited to 20 participants. Presented by Kristin Lambert-Bryant, a Honolulu estate planning attorney.
Planning for the Future: Choosing the Care You Want
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
5 pm– 6:30 pm
Suite 224
Learn about Advance Care Directives and why they are important to make your wishes known to others. Limited to 20 participants. Presented by Trish Walsh- Domingo, RN, Director of Program Development for St. Francis Hospice.