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The Alzheimer's Association, California Central Coast Chapter, serves families caring for people with
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia throughout San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura
Counties. Our programs enhance care  and support for individuals, their families, and  care partners.

 


 
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Caregiver Programs

These programs are designed to educate and support family care partners in providing quality care for their loved one.

The programs feature practical caregiving tips and resources.

Caregiver University     
Through this program we provide a variety of workshops and individual coaching sessions designed specifically for the benefit of family care partners.

Caregiving with Resiliency   
Take a graceful, gentle look into yourself, learn to identify areas of loss and change in your life, and discover strategies for moving positively through your caregiving journey.
Coaching for Caregivers     
One-on-one sessions customized to individual care partner needs, including direction, planning, and resource information.
Hiring Caregivers for the Home
Caregiving can be a complex and challenging job. Learn to skillfully coordinate in-home care for your loved one. Understand the medical, legal and financial issues that can impact the caregiving relationship.
Living with the Sorrow of Caregiving    
Understand the relationship between commpassion fatigue and anticipatory grief, develop an appreciation for the strengthening sorrow brings, and discover strategies for moving prositively through your caregiving journey.
Personal Care Series   
Communications: The Language of Dementia
Dementia and Safety in Your Home and Community
Bathing without a Battle
Mealtime: The Joys and the Dramas 
Powerful Tools for Caregivers   
A six-session workshop in a small, interactive setting designed to engage care partners to develop self-care practices and to thrive as individuals while managing caregiving responsibilities.
What Now?    
A two-hour introductory workshop in a small, interactive setting, offering practical tools and resources for managing day-to-day caregiving demands.

Click here to view current class schdules.

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Camarillo Office

1339 Del Norte Road, Camarillo, CA 93010   805.485.5597
Santa Barbara Office (Chapter Headquarters)
1528 Chapala Street, Suite 204, Santa Barbara, CA 93101     805.892.4259  
Santa Maria Office
528 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454     805.636.6432

San Luis Obispo Office
3480 S. Higuera St., #120, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401   805.547.3830