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Support for Care Partners: The mission of the Parkinson~s Association of Southwest Florida is to help our community members with PD to live well. Supporting the care partners of those with PD is a critical component of that support. In addition to ur Powerful Tools for Garegivers series, we offer both in-person and Zoom support groups for care givers/partners. To become a member and learn more Click HerePowerful Tools for CaregiversPowerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC): A series of classes to help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative. By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver.  The PTC program is an evidence-based education program offering a unique combination of elements.  In 2012, the PTC program was deemed to have met the highest-level criteria of evidence-based disease prevention and health promotion programs per the Administration on Aging/Administration for Community Living. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will give you tools to help you:Reduce Stress Improve Self-Confidence Manage Time, Set Goals, and Solve Problems Better Communicate Your Feelings Locate Helpful Resources Make Tough DecisionsDetails about the PTC ProgramLed by trained facilitatorsIn-person at PASWFL office 10-12 male and female caregiversSix weeks; once a week 2 hour per session PASWFL sponsored; no expense to the PASWFL member caregiver PASWFL sponsored; no expense to the PASWFL member caregiver Curriculum Weeks 1 through 6      1. Taking care of You      2. Identifying and Reducing Personal Stress      3. Communicating Feelings, Needs & Concerns      4. Communicating in Challenging Situations      5. Learning from our Emotions      6. Mastering Caregiving DecisionsWhile there is no charge to participate there are significants costs to offer our programs and services. Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs. Click below to complete the required application online.For your convenience the membership application is available to complete online, or if you would prefer printed forms, you can download them and return them to us by mail. Are you unsure if you completed a waiver or membership form? Call us at 239-417-3465 and we will be delighted to check for you. CLICK TO JOIN