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KANE, Pa. - According to a recent study by AARP, an estimated 63 million American adults provide ongoing care to a family member, friend, or neighbor with a medical condition or disability. That care can include support with critical daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding, as well as everyday needs like shopping, financial management, and transportation. However, most individuals who take on a caregiving role at home have never received formal training. That's why three local businesses are teaming up to provide knowledge and support to caregivers in need.
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC), UPMC Kane, and The Lutheran Home at Kane have partnered to offer Home Care Basics: Practical Support for Caring for a Loved One. This non-medical, educational program is designed to help caregivers feel more confident, prepared, and supported as they navigate the challenges of caring for someone.
A series of monthly programs will offer training and information to assist caregivers. All programs are free and open to the public. Additional programs will be offered on October 6, November 10, and December 1, with each covering a different aspect of caring for someone at home. Participants may attend as many or as few sessions as they would like. For more information, contact NPRC’s Director of Community Development Dannielle Fickenworth at dfickenworth@nrpc.edu or visit https://bit.ly/NPRC-HomeCareBasics to register.
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is authorized by the PA Department of Education to award associate degrees and certificates in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. NPRC is an open-admission, two-year institution of higher education. The College's mission is to put learners first by providing affordable and accessible education and career pathways to sustainable income. NPRC brings affordable education to a 10-county region (Cameron, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, McKean, Potter, Tioga, Venango, and Warren). With flexible scheduling options at numerous instructional locations as well as remote attendance options, attending Northern Pennsylvania Regional College is an excellent option for individuals interested in furthering their education close to home or who need flexibility in their educational journey. With a growing team of high-quality industry-leading instructors directing our classrooms, students are empowered by a welcoming community to change their lives and brighten their futures. NPRC is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). https://nprc.edu.