St. Francis Healthcare System is launching a series of practical caregiver education and training for family members. The next topic is bathing.
For the elderly, the ability to give themselves baths may become more difficult. Family caregivers may not know how to begin to help. The St. Francis team will provide tips and techniques to give baths safely without injury.
All sessions are at the St. Francis Kupuna Village in Liliha at 2226 Liliha Street in the Weinberg Medical Office Building, second floor, suites 202 and 203. Validated parking is free.
Attendees may choose the most appropriate date and time:
- Friday, June 3, 5-7 p.m.
- Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m.-noon
- Friday, June 24, 5-7 p.m.
- Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-noon
The cost is $10 per person. Cash and checks accepted. Please make checks payable to: St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawaii, and mail to St. Francis Healthcare System, P.O. Box 29700. Honolulu, Hawaii 96820, attn: Maylynn Wong, Caregiver Education.
Classes are first come-first serve, and limited to 10. Pre-registration is required. Make reservations at least one week in advance. Contact Maylynn Wong at 547-8138 or mwong@stfrancishawaii.org.