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CWC: Elder Care: A Series
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
5-part series by the Carolina Women’s Center for students on Elder Care.
Wednesdays at noon
Lunch is provided
September 12, 19, 26,
Wilson Library, Pleasants Family Room
October 3, 10
Health Sciences Library, Room 527
Wednesday, September 12, 12pm
Wilson Library Pleasants Family Room
A Look at the Caregiving Journey
Caring for an aging family member presents many complex challenges. This session will take a look at the phases and challenges across the caregiving journey.
Wednesday, September 19, 12pm
Wilson Library Pleasants Family Room
Later-Life Housing: Finding or Creating the Best Fit
This session will explain existing housing options, including nursing homes, assisted living, eldercare, and shared housing. it will also discuss ways to create or adapt existing housing for “best fit.”
Wednesday, September 26, 12pm
Wilson Library Pleasants Family Room
Perspectives on Caring
This session will explore caregivers’ experiences as their relationships with their family members evolve.
Wednesday, October 3, 12pm
Health Sciences Library, Room 527
UNC and Community Resources
This session will introduce the UNC benefits, policies, and resources related to caring for elders and other dependent adults. It will also cover community, county, and state resources available in the Triangle and in many North Carolina counties.
Wednesday, October 10, 12pm
Health Sciences Library, Room 527
Funding
This session will cover the basics of Medicare and the State health plan for retirees, as well as Long Term Care Insurance, Medicaid, and other programs to reduce medical and drug costs. The Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) is a division of the NC Department of Insurance and provides free and unbiased education and assistance in understanding Medicare costs, benefits and options.