Powerful Tools For Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers
A Class for Family Caregivers

Who is the class for?

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to help family caregivers (no professional caregivers please). This program will help you take care of yourself while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class whether you are helping a parent, spouse, friend or someone who lives at home, in a nursing home or across the country.

What does the class cover?

This class will give YOU, the family caregiver, the tools to:
*Help reduce stress
*Communicate effectively with other family members, your doctors and paid help
*Take care of yourself
*Reduce guilt, anger and depression
*Help you relax
*Make tough decisions
*Set goals and problem-solve
Please note that this class will NOT focus on specific diseases or hands-on caregiving for the care receiver.
Is there a cost involved?
There is a $25 charge. This will cover the cost of The Caregiver Helpbook, developed specifically for this class. We will also be serving food and beverages at the classes as well. The book contains chapters covering topics such as:
*Hiring in-home help
*Helping memory-impaired elders
*Making legal and financial decisions
*Making decisions about care facility placement

Time and place:

This class meets every Tuesday night at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM for six weeks (technically seven weeks due to no class being offered on Valentine’s Day).

Class dates will be:
1/17/2012
1/24/2012
1/31/2012
2/7/2012
WE WILL SKIP 2/14/2012 DUE TO VALENTINE’S DAY
2/21/2012
2/28/2012

The classes will be held at the Rocky Mountain MS Center / King Adult Day Enrichment Program at 8845 Wagner Street Westminster, CO 80031.

This program has been shown to:
*Reduce caregiver guilt, anger and depression
*Improve caregiver self-care and communication skills
*Increase community service use

Testimonials:
“After taking this class I am a more confident caregiver! Having tools to resolve problems is a definite advantage in becoming a better caregiver and a happier, wiser, healthier me…and a healthier ‘us’!”-Peggy, Caregiver (Mother has Alzheimer’s disease)

“This class covered so many subjects that I find useful now and the reference material offered is a valuable resource I can depend on.”-Caregiver

“About the time the class began, I was about at my wits end. The communication tools will work toward maintaining a better atmosphere and contribute to improved attitudes for both of us… it will never be easy, but it is easier than it was 6 weeks ago!” -Caregiver

To sign up for the class:

For more information or to sign up, please Chris Dunbar call us at (303) 433-6887 x131
Please register as soon as possible due to class size being limited.

KADEP sporting matching shoes!

Roxanne, Shin, and Bud are styling in their Converse All Stars!

 

Good lookin' group!

Upcoming KADEP Closures

KADEP Closed for Thanksgiving: Thursday 11-24-11 and Friday 11-25-11


KADEP Closed for Annual Staff CPR Training Day: Friday 12-9-11

KADEP Closed for Christmas: Friday 12-23-11 and Monday 12-26-11


KADEP Closed for New Years: Monday 1-2-12

Ladies Day Out!

The Women of KADEP enjoyed a Day Out to the movies!  Thank you to the RTD bus drivers for driving us to and from Elvis Cinemas safely.  We had a wonderful time laughing, eating popcorn, drinking soda, and enjoying the company of our fellow KADEP women friends.

Michelle and Tracy hanging at KADEP

Free Skiing Opportunity

Free Skiing Opportunity in Durango with the Adaptive Ski Association!

The Adaptive Sports Association is excited to begin accepting applications for the New Dimensions Program for the 2012 Winter Season. The program is designed for adults with physical disabilities who are first time skiers or snowboarders. Participants fly into Durango, CO on a Monday, ski Tuesday through Friday and fly home on Saturday.

All we ask in return is that you help us to spread the word with any service clubs, support groups or friends/family members that you know that may be interested.

The statements of the overwhelming majority of past scholarship recipients have convinced us that the testimonial of just one person whose life has been changed by this experience can open the door for many others.

New Dimensions Ski Scholarship Includes:
* Airfare to and from Durango, CO
* Lodging in volunteer host home
* Most Meals
*4 days of private ski instruction, all necessary equipment, lift tickets, loaner clothing if needed
*Open to adults with physical disabilities.

For scholarship application please contact Ann Marie Meighan at: annmarie@asadurango.com, call 970-259-0374 or visit our website for more information: www.asadurango.com

You can also ask KADEP’s camping coordinator, Chris Dunbar if you have any other questions or copies of the scholarship form.  303-433-6887

RTD Outing- Ladies Day Out!

RTD Outing

Wednesday, November 16th

“Ladies Day Out” to Elvis Cinemas to see Mr. Poppers Penguins! Due to the length of the film we will have and early departure (9:40) to the movie theater that day.

To be eligible to attend the outing we ask that you be here no later than 9:15. Tie downs are first come first serve!

Hope to see you then ladies!

-RTD Coordinator, Amanda S.

Did you see KADEP in Sunday's Denver Post?

KADEP participant, Jack Chavez, was featured in Sunday's Denver Post.

Click on the link below to view the article.

http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_19256112#.Trmb_ZBJJPk.email

Congratulations, Jack!



Pumpkin Carving

Thank You, Beth Conrey, Master Beekeeper

The BUGS! and Garden Fall Fest groups had a buzzing good time with guest speaker Beth Conrey, Master Beekeeper and owner of Bee Squared Bee Products in Berthoud, Colorado.  Beth shared her extensive knowledge of bees with us and relayed stories of her 10+ years as a bee keeper.  So, we send out big THANK YOU to Beth – “We had a great time; it was the bee’s knees!!” 

To learn more about Beth, bees, bee keeping and removal and the products her hives produce, visit Beth’s web-site at www.bethsbees.com.

Vote on KADEP T-shirt Design

KADEP is designing tshirts! 

We are currently voting on the t shirt design.  The clients have created and produced the designs.
Get your vote in now.  The winning t shirt will be produced in the KADEP store and at the Holiday Party.  Voting is open to all clients, family members and staff.  If you have questions, please contact Michelle and mking@mscenter.org

Halloween Recap

To view all the pictures from the Halloween Party please click on the link:
http://www.kodakgallery.com/gallery/sharing/shareRedirectSwitchBoard.jsp?token=960421233214%3A830181955

The community Halloween event on Friday evening was a huge success.  We had over 100 families and neighborhood members celebrate with gym games, pizza, soda, and haunted house tours.  Monday, the KADEP participants celebrated Halloween by touring the Haunted CarnEVIL, karaoke, ghost stories, candy, and a costume contest.

A special thank you the KADEP/Rocky Mountain MS Center staff, and volunteers for their hard work to make this Halloween special.   Thank you! 

KADEP Reminders

The deadline for the KADEP surveys is approaching. Each KADEP participant and their caregiver should have received a satisfaction survey via mail.  If you could please fill them out and return them to KADEP, we would greatly appreciate it.  Your feedback is important to us!

Also, winter weather is here!  In the event of a winter storm, please check this blog or call our main # 303-433-6887 to hear if we are having a snow day.  You can also check 9news for a list of closures. 

Thank you- we look forward to seeing you for our Halloween Bash!

KADEP Halloween Party

KADEP HALLOWEEN PARTY

Who:  ALL KADEP Participants

When: Monday, October 31, 2011

Where:  KADEP The Haunted CarnEVIL!
Activity Schedule:

10:30 - Haunted House/Halloween Gym Activities
12:00 -  Lunch
1:30- Costume Contest & Scary Movie

Wear your best costume!

Community Halloween Event at KADEP

We have some exciting events coming up for Halloween!

We will have a community event:

 Come One, Come All To The…

“THE HAUNTED CARNEVIL”

A Night Of Terror Under The Big Top

Friday, October 28, 2011

5:00-7:00 PM

 

Admission: $2.00

Rocky Mountain MS Center/KADEP

8845 Wagner Street Westminster, CO 80031

 

Enjoy a Night of Games, Food, Candy and Haunted House Fun.

The Haunted House is suggested for children ages 8 and older.

This event will be similar to the one last year.  It is open to the neighborhood and community.  There will be food, candy, costumes, games, a bouncy castle and much more fun!

Please come with your costumes on and bring your friends.  We look forward to seeing you!



RTD Outing



RTD Outing

Where: Target

Who: Centerwide outing

When: Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Remember to be here by 9:30 am to be eligible to attend.  Wheelchair tie down spots are first come first serve basis.   Please talk to Amanda if you have questions 303-433-6887

KADEP's Flag Raising Ceremony

KADEP recently acquired two new flags- The Flag of the United States of America and the Colorado State Flag.

These flags were flown over the United States Capitol at the request of Senator Mark Udall for the Rocky Mountain MS Center Community.

A special thanks to Senator Udall, KADEP volunteer and group leader, Dean, and the "Colorado Then & Now" group.

Angelyne featured in Denver Post

See link below for article about Angelyne, who came to visit KADEP last month.


Deaf cattle dog teaches Colorado kids about patience

Read more: Deaf cattle dog teaches Colorado kids about patience - The Denver Post

 http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_19073413#ixzz1aVIL4dSF

Read The Denver Post's Terms of Use of its content: http://www.denverpost.com/termsofuse

KADEP appreciates Lucy



This week is Kitchen Worker Week! 

KADEP appreciates kitchen aide, Lucy!  Lucy works in the kitchen and has worked at KADEP for over 10 years.

Thank you to Lucy for all your hard work- We appreciate you!

KADEP's adaptive ski trip in Breckenridge- sign up now!

BOEC SKI TRIP – 11/28/-11/30

Attention KADEP Clients. It is that time again to sign up for the winter camping trip. Once again we will be going skiing with the BOEC. The camping trip is scheduled for Nov. 28th, 29th and 30th.The price of the trip is $135. If you are interested please sign up as soon as possible at the front by Sharon’s desk. If you have any questions feel free to ask Chris Dunbar (x131). Thanks!

Four-legged Medicine Helps Children Be Children Again

Check out the link below to see KADEP staffperson, Chris Dunbar, his wife and dog in a 9News story. It’s about YAPS, or Youth and Pet Survivors, a program that pairs children battling cancer with dogs and cats facing the same challenge. They communicate as pen-pals and share life experiences.

9News Link:

http://www.9news.com/rss/story.aspx?storyid=222308

We are proud of you, Chris, Stephanie, Bruiser and Delaney!  Enjoy the video

Egg Drop

Amanda's Team Building group did an egg drop last week.  The group divided into 4 teams.  The goal was to create a structure that prevents an egg from breaking when dropped from 10 feet.  Each team got straws, newspaper, and tape.  Each team created their structure and developed a team name.  The names were:

Team Eggcellent

Team Eggcognito

Team Elvis

Team Rockstars

Three of the teams dropped their egg successfully from 10 feet without breaking.  Only one team's egg broke after the fall.  Congrats to all teams for working together and having a blast.  Great group, Amanda and Tom!

KADEP Celebrates One Year on new campus

Can you believe it was a year ago today that KADEP opened it's doors to clients at the new building?  Today, KADEP celebrated their one year anniversary at the new campus and recognized the existence of our program for the last 20 years.  Each KADEP participant and staff member received a certificate and carnation, acknowledging their loyalty and commitment to this amazing program.  We currently have 6 active participants who have been part of the KADEP family for 20 years.  Each of these six received a special 20 year pin.  Those who have attended for 20 years are:

Rachelle C
Tony S
Tony M
Anita M
Phyllus U
Dolores H

KADEP has grown in size and has made a positive difference to many lives of those living with MS and other neurological illnesses in the last 20 years.  Our goal is to keep improving these lives and to continue to grow our program.

One way we are growing, not only in numbers of the KADEP family, but also via new business ideas and ventures.  Karl Dakin, Director of the John J. Sullivan Free Enterprise Chair at Regis University, gave a presentation this afternoon after a lovely BBQ on the back patio.

A special thank you to Jeff, who provided musical entertainment during our BBQ lunch to help us celebrate our One year anniversary.

Thank you to all KADEP participants, staff, volunteers, and special guests- what a great day!