Socialization
is vitally important for the health and stability of caregivers to those with
Alzheimer’s or similar dementia. TLC for
Caregivers provides wonderful occasions for caregivers to engage in creative, social
interactions that are age, gender, and culturally diverse.
TLC
for Caregivers events are uniquely designed to give caregivers the much-needed
break and opportunity to enjoy an activity or outing with others who share in
their journey. Oftentimes,
dementia-affected loved ones are able to participate. This provides caregivers with the priceless
occasion of creating a beautiful and lasting memory with the ones they love,
while eliminating stress and preventing caregiver burnout.
Our
most recent TLC for Caregivers event was an “Easter Brunch” held on Saturday,
March 24th, at the Young Chefs Academy on Jefferson Hwy. It was such a great time! Caregivers and their loved ones enjoyed a fun
and relaxing time making and eating a delectable lunch. Guests were directed and pleasantly
entertained by the dynamically witty chef, Chef M. J.
The
menu included: Mini ham and cheese quiches,
bird’s nests sugar cookies with colorful malted ball “eggs”, fresh fruit
ambrosia salad, cinnamon bun “bee hives”, and orange juice spritzers as a
beverage. Guests also learned how to
fold hot pink napkins into Easter bunnies.J
It
was truly a memorable time for all who attended.
Calling all Current
Caregivers: If you are interested in
receiving information about upcoming TLC for Caregivers events, contact Rashida
Keith at 225-334-7494 or programs@alzbr.org.
*** These events are
sponsored for the memory impaired & their current caregivers. ***
Special thanks to: The Junior League of Baton Rouge for supporting
and funding TLC for Caregivers.
Special thanks to: The staff of the Young Chefs Academy, along
with the ladies of the TLC Committee, for being gracious, helpful
hostesses.
Rashida Keith,
Program Coordinator
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