Available for the 25-26 training year

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

This support group is for Spanish speaking caregivers of patients with dementia of any type.

DAY, TIME, AND LOCATION:

Every other Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:00 pm St. Sebastian Catholic Church

HOURS PER WEEK: 1.25

FACULTY AND STAFF:

Mirella Díaz-Santos, PhD. (lead)

TRAINING PROVIDED:

Co-lead a support group for Spanish speaking caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s disease, supervised by Mirella Díaz-Santos, PhD. Trainees have the opportunity to provide culturally appropriate support for caregivers, as well as psychoeducation about caregiver self-care as well as dementia (e.g., diagnosis, current treatments, and behavioral management).

SUPERVISION PROVIDED:

Method of Supervision: Direct Observation

Format: Individual, Group

Hours Per Week: 1 (0.25 group, 0.25 individual)

Days and Times: Mondays, 3-4:00p

Names of Supervisor(s): Mirella Díaz-Santos