Evidence-Based Self-Management Programs for Older Adults

Healthier Living:  Want more energy and to feel better? This six-week program gives people with chronic health conditions the tools to live a healthier, more active life! Led by peer facilitators once a week, each 2½-hour session addresses topics such as: goal setting and problem solving; how to get the most out of your health care team; relaxation; symptom(s) control; managing relationships; eating better; becoming more active and enjoying life! (Available in Spanish)

A Matter of Balance:  Did you know that most falls are preventable? This eight-week series gives participants the tools to reduce their risk of falling. Led by peer facilitators once a week, each 2-hour session addresses topics such as: fear of falling; avoiding “fall-ty” habits; improving balance and strength through simple exercises you can do at home; managing relationships; and more! (Available in Spanish)

Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Are you taking care of someone? Do something for yourself, and for your loved one. Facilitated by experienced care managers, this six-week program (one 2-hour session each week), helps participants to manage the stress of caregiving and addresses topics such as: realistic goal setting; managing relationships; finding and creating support systems and resources; problem solving; and more!

These programs really work… and they work best if participants attend regularly.
NOT “drop-in” programs.

To enroll, or for more information, call (310) 394-9871, ext. 264

Have program, will travel. Contact Dr. Miriam Caiden today to host a program at YOUR location!

Evidence-Based Programs for Caregivers

With the shortage of quality direct care workers, WISE & Healthy Aging is proud to collaborate with the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences: Schmieding Center for Senior Health and Education in developing evidence-based courses for both informal (family) and formal (paid) caregivers.

Programs Available:

California Working Caregivers

Length: 5 hours
Fulfills the training requirement for the California Department of Social Services license.

ALL in-home caregivers employed by home care agencies MUST be licensed.

Learn the basics: role of the caregiver, how to prevent falls and fires, what to do in an emergency or disaster, and how to avoid infections.

Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Specialty Course

Length: 16 hours
Provides 16 hours of CEUs for Certified Nursing Assistants.

This course addresses the needs of anyone caring for a person with Alzheimer’s and/or dementia. Topics covered include the signs, symptoms and stages; communication; dealing with difficult behaviors; nutrition; caregiver stress; and more.
Ahora en ESPAÑOL!
(Also available in Chinese, Farsi, and Korean)

WISE ElderPal
Level 1 and Level 2
(Advanced)

The "nuts and bolts' of caregiving, from the basics to more advanced skills! Useful for family members – essential for in-home paid caregivers