o Do you know what medications the elder is taking?
o Do you know why the elder is taking the medication?
o Does the elder understand the instructions for taking the medication?
o Do you know if the elder is allergic to the medication?
The elderly, families and caregivers caregivers can learn how to answer these and other questions during the two-and-a-half hour class.
When: Saturday, October 17, 2009
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Class
Where: San Francisco State University - Downtown Campus
835 Market Street
San Francisco, CA
Fee: $100.00 (includes materials)
Preregistration and prepayment required by September 30. Cancellation fee: $80.00.
No refund after September 30,
This class instructed by Anise Matteson of MATTESON ELDER CARE SERVICES is designed for the elderly; their families and caregivers; to help non-medical persons better manage self-care, or the care of a loved one living at-home.
Topics to be discussed:
o Understanding and organizing medication instructions
o Creating an allergy log
DISCLAIMER:
Medical Instructions Management is only intended for use as an organizational tool for recording medical and other important information you may need to have at your fingertips for quick access. Or, for providing useful information to health care professionals, caregivers, family members and friends .
For specific questions and advice, please contact your health care specialist and other professional service providers.
