In conjunction with National Family Caregiver Month, Hillsborough County has scheduled a series of virtual sessions this week.
They are intended to offer family caregivers support, resources and camaraderie, according to a flyer publicizing the sessions.
For more information and registration details, visit HCFLGov.net/Caregiving.
Here is a synopsis of the remaining sessions scheduled this week.
Self-care through yoga and meditation
Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.: Maryann Bakht, yoga instructor from Hillsborough County Well4Life, teaches beginner yoga poses and meditation techniques to help participants relax, de-stress and find calm in a way that is simple and flexible to fit your schedule.
Cooking demonstration
Nov. 19, 3 p.m.: Brian Taylor, a registered dietitian with aging services, shares his tips for creating nutritious and delicious meals.
Ask the Doctor, a one-hour Q&A
Nov. 20, 1 p.m.: Dr. Jean Fels, director of the University of South Florida Memory Disorder Clinic, will answer caregiver questions about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia-related disorders.
Making a gratitude list
Nov. 20, 3 p.m.: Debbie Selsavage, founder of Coping with Dementia LLC, will teach about the importance of gratitude.
Published November 18, 2020
