Saint Mary-of-the-Woods to host workshop

Friday, January 3, 2020

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, invite all caregivers of those suffering from dementia to the upcoming “Dementia-Related Caregiver Support” workshop.

The event will take place from 6-8 p.m., on Wednesday, Jan. 8, at the Havlik Center, located in Providence Hall.

Join facilitator Elizabeth Collins, RN, who serves as the Congregation’s clinical care coordinator as she offers practical advice for car partners and an opportunity to share stories of what works for them as they care for their loved ones.

“Those desiring proactive learning to learn how to identify early signs and ways to support or offset the effects of the disease and those wanting to learn more about effective, honest and caring ways to communicate with those living with any stage of dementia will benefit from this workshop,” Collins said. “Recent statistics show that people older than 85 have a high probability of either having a form of dementia or will be caring for someone who does.”

Dementia can be overwhelming not only for those experiencing it, but for care partners and families. During the workshop, caregivers will also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive support from others on this journey.

“The workshop provides a well-rounded, holistic approach to the disease from knowledge about, to navigation through, to support of those living with or caring for someone with dementia,” Collins said.

Cost is $15, and the registration deadline is Jan. 6.

Register online at Events.SistersofProvidence.org or by calling 812-535-2870 or emailing ecollins@spsmw.org.

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About the Sisters of Providence

The Sisters of Providence, a Congregation of nearly 275 women religious, with more than 200 Providence Associates, collaborate with others to create a more just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy. The Sisters of Providence have their motherhouse at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located just northwest of downtown Terre Haute, Ind., which is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin founded the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in 1840. Today, Sisters of Providence minister in 17 states, the District of Columbia and Asia, through works of love, mercy and justice. More information about the Sisters of Providence and their ministries may be found at SistersofProvidence.org.

For more information, contact Jason Moon, media relations manager, at 812-535-2810, or email jmoon@spsmw.org, or contact Diane Weidenbenner, director of marketing and communications, at 812-535-2802, 812-249-9381 or email dweidenb@spsmw.org.

Note to media: The Congregation of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College have separate incorporations in Indiana, and they have separate operating functions. The Sisters of Providence own property at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind., which is separate from property owned by Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods sponsor Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, located at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind. We request that you honor those distinctions in your reporting.

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