Published

Created at: 2020-04-10 10:01:47

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Engagement Information

Started on

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Primary type of engagement

Teaching / Learning

Brief description of the program

This program was developed for Caregivers that are running into barriers and need assistance navigating the roads of caregiving and taking care of themselves. We will offer inspiration, resources and encouragement through a variety of speakers that specailize in caregiving needs.

Focus areas of this engagement

Health / Mental Health Inclusion / Access

Human / Social Services

Community needs and community participation in assessing those needs.

The need for caregiving education has doubled in the last decade and the community needs to know how to better do their role of caregiver, resources to navigate the role. Many caregivers in our community are raising kids and taking care of their parents which causes stress, managing that stress is important for health of caregiver and will assist in better quality of care.

Resource Utilization

Student hours, required or volunteered

1

Non-WSU volunteers (community members, partners, etc.)

1

Number of non-WSU community members

4

Number of estimated hours per non-WSU community member

12

Number of Students and others Participating

Other University Resources

Space utilization

Office Space