FORT WALTON BEACH — Covenant Alzheimer’s Care, in conjunction with Superior Residences of Niceville, will host a free two-part series on Dementia Caregiver Education.
Part I, "Understanding Dementia and Becoming a Caregiver," is set for 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 30. Part II, "Resource Review and Caring for the Caregiver," is 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 27. Both trainings will be held at Superior Residences of Niceville.
The nonprofit will host its Virtual Dementia Tour after the trainings. The tour, created by Second Wind Dreams, is a simulated experience that allows participants to understand the physical and mental challenges of those with dementia.
Registration is required; call 202-0809.
Covenant Alzheimer's Care is part of Covenant Care, a nonprofit that serves Northwest Florida and South Alabama.
The logo for the new organization — formerly Covenant Hospice and Covenant Alzheimer's Services — features a promise knot, symbolizing the strength of Covenant’s commitment to those it serves.
In addition to its existing end-of-life care and Alzheimer’s caregiver support groups, Covenant Care provides inpatient palliative care, home-based and outpatient palliative care, memory care and private duty in-home nursing services in many areas.
The organization's Care Navigation Center will assist individuals with varying needs to navigate the healthcare system.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Dementia caregiver series scheduled