The El Dorado County Health
and Human Services Agency, Family Caregiver Support Program is pleased to
present a free "Aging & Caregiver" educational series in El
Dorado Hills. The series will be held on July 15, 22, and 29, 2016, from 2:00 p.m.
to 3:30 p.m. at the El Dorado Hills Senior Center located at 990 Lassen Lane in
El Dorado Hills. The educational series will provide instruction and support
for people who care for or plan to care for an aging family member or friend. The
series topics will include the following:
- July 15, 2016 – A Journey in Long Term Planning for Long Term Care: This
training includes a frank discussion with El Dorado County Senior Legal about
the likelihood of needing long term care, which documents to have in place and
how to prepare them, and what options may be available to pay for Long Term
Care.
- July 22, 2016 – Navigating the System of Medi-Cal and Long Term Care: Participants
of this training will learn about Medi-Cal and Long Term Care insurance,
qualifications and how to start the process.
- July 29, 2016 – Walking
the Placement Path with a Care-Coordinator: This training will offer options
for care. Also included is a discussion about how a care coordinator can assist
and guide you on the path to placement for a loved one.
The Aging and Caregiver educational series will be
presented by local experts in their respected fields. Participates may attend
one or all of the classes. The classes are free of charge, although donations
are accepted. Light refreshments will be served. The series is offered as an
educational opportunity only; no solicitation of services will be presented.
Advanced registration is requested but not required for the
series. Please call (530) 621-6192 or (800) 510-2020 to register or for
questions. For information about additional services for seniors and caregivers
in El Dorado County, please visit www.edcgov.us/HumanServices.
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