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Rather than disconnect at home during the Covid-19 uncertainty, it is important we NEST WELL and develop social connections, maintain carer support, plus nurture personal health and wellness.
Engage@HOME is a YouTube Channel offered by Montgomery County MD's Caregiver Support program. New episodes are uploaded daily to support wellness and provide trusted updates. Engage@HOME features: topical interviews, stories about quality resources, and opportunities to connect with others - all while maintaining resilience.
Engage@HOME is free to view with no special software.
Visit regularly for new episodes.
Shortly we will also be offering live telephone and Zoom video programs.
Subscribe on the Engage@HOME channel and receive updates when new content is available.(https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJqcd7_1_7LejYrHWKU-lrw/)
Even with our stay at home order there are many Caregiver Support Groups available via virtually.
The County's Caregiver Support Program is hosting eight telephone/video Caregiver Connection programs and many of our trusted partners have adapted their sessions to be offered virtually.
For many this may be new, yet its a perfect time to explore and stay connected.
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With limited services due to Covid-19, this month we are linking this section to Engage@HOME
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With Covid-19 preventing us from getting out and about this is time to explore available virtual resources. We understand that some may feel apprehensive about trying online video connections. So start with "baby steps".
An easy introduction is to explore the County's Engage@HOME and enjoy our introductions to free video activities. From there we suggest carers try the Covia Well Connected Community with its mostly telephone based lifelong learning and support programs. As you feel more confident: attend a Senior Planet virtual class and try out Zoom, plus register for one of the County's Caregiver Support Program's Carer Connection and/or Alzheimer Associations local virtual supports.
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With limited services due to Covid-19, this month we are linking this section to Engage@HOME
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Every month the County's Caregiver Support Program publishes two new Podcast episodes. For April our new interviews are:
Episode #15 - DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Guest: Tara Davis Rama, Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager
Episode #16 - MAINTAINING CALM
Guest: Meg McKenna, Director, Faith Community Nurse Program and a relaxing guided meditation
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