The Division of Aging & Disabilities in partnership with Carroll Community College, is offering a free workshop series to provide caregivers essential insights & skills to help you on your caregiving journey. Learn from experts how to treat your loved ones with dignity and respect as they age.

• Preparing for the Big Decisions - Our experts will guide you in developing a plan for the legal and financial responsibilities that come with caregiving. Topics include advanced directives, power of attorney, acquiring documentation, liquidating assets and debt identification. Saturday, April 11/ 9a.m.- 12p.m
• Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others - It's easy to neglect your own needs when caring for loved ones. This course emphasizes the importance of self-care to avoid "compassion fatigue" and maintain your health. Learn about the aging brain, understand the needs of your care recipients, and discover strategies to balance caregiving with self-care. Saturday, June 27 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 
• Hands on Skills for Caregiver - Get hands-on expertise to ensure the well-being and safety of your care recipients. Topics include personal care assistance, medication management, mobility aid and recognize emergencies. Saturday, Aug. 1/ 9a.m.- 12 p.m.
• Complete Care - Building your Caregiving Blueprint - Combine the physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects of caregiving into a unified approach. Blend practical skills, thoughtful decision-making, and emotional resilience to develop a personalized care plan that promotes dignity, sustainability, and compassion. Practice applying what you've learned to real-life caregiving scenarios
  and prepare for the ongoing journey of caregiving with excellence. Saturday, Oct. 3 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Take one or take them all. All classes held at Carroll community College. No cost but registration is required. To register, visit carrollcc.edu/CareSeries or call 410-386-8100.