CCACC Health Center Opens Registration for "Building Better Caregivers" Free Online Workshop

CCACC Health Center has long been committed to supporting the needs of Chinese-American families in Montgomery County caring for loved ones with dementia. With the support of the Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) and the Maryland Living Well Center of Excellence, CCACC Health Center will launch the "Building Better Caregivers" Free Online Workshop starting January 8, 2026, designed to help caregivers gain emotional support, practical skills, and access to valuable resources. Through small group discussions, experience sharing, and mutual support, participants will learn how to care for their family members more effectively while also maintaining their own physical and mental well-being.

The workshop is primarily designed for family caregivers of individuals with the following conditions:

1. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
2. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
3. Alzheimer's Disease
4. Various types of Dementia
5. Memory-related conditions

The program is highly interactive and led by trained professional facilitators who guide caregivers in sharing experiences, exchanging caregiving strategies, and building a supportive community. Participants will gain confidence, discover more effective caregiving methods, and reduce feelings of isolation and stress.

Workshop Highlights:

1. Managing caregiver stress and emotional well-being
2. Effective strategies for addressing challenging behaviors in dementia patients
3. Making informed medical and care-related decisions
4. Communication techniques with family, friends, and healthcare professionals
5. Managing difficult emotions for both caregivers and care recipients
6. Planning for long-term care and future needs
7. Developing personal care plans and solving practical caregiving challenges

All participants are required to complete pre- and post-workshop surveys. These surveys help improve the program and contribute to project analysis. All survey and evaluation data will be de-identified and will not affect participants' ability to join the workshop.

Workshop Schedule:

January 8 – February 12, 2026 (6 weeks) | Thursdays, 3:00 – 5:30 PM

Register Here

For more information, please contact:
Email: yuhsin.chou@ccacc-dc.org / shiyu.huang@ccacc-dc.org
Phone: (301) 663-1375 / (301) 663-0983