MapHabit looking for participants for their care partner training program

Oct 31 12:30pm | Nick Rethemeier | @nrethemeier

MapHabit is an organization that uses scientifically proven step-by-step guides to empower individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias (ADRD), TBI's, and intellectual and developmental disabilities to master their daily routines. They have received a NIH/NIA grant to determine the efficacy of a caregiver training program in enhancing caregiver and patient outcomes. The Care Partner Training Program is a six-month-long research study open to dementia caregivers. The program includes individual support sessions to equip care partners with targeted strategies to address specific challenges and resources to enhance the caregiving experience.

Program Components:

5 support sessions with a dementia support coach
Personalized education based on your caregiving needs
Focus on improving your quality of life

During this study you will:

Enroll and complete your baseline assessment
Meet with your coach monthly to discuss your goals
Complete surveys at the middle and end of the study
Engage with program materials for the duration of the six-month study

You can participate if you:

Are 18 years or older
Care for a family member or friend living with dementia, memory loss, or cognitive impairment
Can read and write in English
Can provide proof of identification

Upon completion of the study, all participants will receive: