Forsyth County Senior Center

What is respite? Respite provides a block of free time (usually 4 hours) for caregiver’s of adults that have Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Besides giving the caregiver a needed break it allows opportunities for persons with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia to engage in a program of meaningful social and recreational activities in a secure and supportive setting in order to maximize their cognitive and social abilities; and
Why is it needed?
prevent premature nursing home placement
minimize caregiver burnout
decrease incidents of elder abuse
prolong Alzheimer clients involvement in their community and interaction with peers
Program needs
Physical space
Volunteers
Funding
Awareness
supplies
What would volunteers do?
Assist coordinator
Set up
Clean up
Prepare snacks
Music, art, drama, crafts