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Powerful Tools for Caregivers (Washington)

WA Area Agencies on Aging

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six-week, evidence-based class developed by Legacy Health in Portland and now offered nationwide. Trained leaders walk small groups of family caregivers through self-care, stress reduction, communication with doctors and family members, decision-making for difficult situations, and emotion management. The Washington class registry is maintained by the program's national office, and most Washington AAAs (Pierce, Clark, Cowlitz, Northwest Regional Council, and others) offer recurring cohorts in person and on Zoom.

Who qualifies

Open to any unpaid family caregiver of an adult. The person you care for does not need to live in your home, or even in Washington.

What it covers

Lower caregiver stress, better communication, more confident decision-making, and a peer group of other caregivers in similar situations.

Cost

Free or low-cost across Washington. Class books are typically provided.

How to apply

Use the Powerful Tools class locator to find an upcoming Washington cohort, or contact your local AAA's Family Caregiver Support Program.

Where to get this in Washington

One organization delivers this program.

Source www.powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org/