Support for Care Partners: The mission of the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida is to help our community members with PD to live well. Supporting the care partners of those with PD is a critical component of that support. In addition to ur Powerful Tools for Garegivers series, we offer both in-person and Zoom support groups for care givers/partners. To become a member and learn more Click Here                                    Scroll down to learn more ▽

REGISTER FOR THE APRIL/MAY POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS PROGRAM SESSION

NEXT SESSION:
April 10 - May 22, 2025​ (Thursdays)
(No class Thursday 4/24/25) 
12:30 - 2:30 pm
​Location: Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida, 2575 Northbrooke Plaza Drive
Suite #301, Naples, FL 34119

CLICK TO REGISTER FOR APRIL SESSION

Read what participants are saying 

“The class has helped me to take time to calm down before reacting.  I have less anger and more compassion.”

“We loved the facilitators as they were so informative and their compassion was real.”

“The class helped me to understand that people are experiencing the same pain and have the same emotions.”

“I am communicating better, and I have more patience and understanding.”

“I loved the sharing of ideas and all of the resources that I obtained.”

“ I learned that it was just as important to take care of myself as it is to take care of my loved ones.”

“ I connected with an amazing group of people.”
“I now know that it is okay to reach out for help now. Previously, I was so isolated. I also learned more about the disease process.”

“It was an incredible class, and I was sorry to see it end.”

"This program is excellent and has been so helpful.”

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More 2025 Sessions

• Wednesdays, July 16 - August 20, 2025
• Tuesdays, October 7 - November 11, 2025

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Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC): 
A series of classes to help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative. By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. 
 
The PTC program is an evidence-based education program offering a unique combination of elements.  In 2012, the PTC program was deemed to have met the highest-level criteria of evidence-based disease prevention and health promotion programs per the Administration on Aging/Administration for Community Living. 

The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will give you tools to help you:

• Reduce Stress 
• Improve Self-Confidence 
• Manage Time, Set Goals, and Solve Problems 
• Better Communicate Your Feelings 
• Locate Helpful Resources 
• Make Tough Decisions

Details about the PTC Program

• Led by trained facilitators
• In-person at PASWFL office 
• 10-12 male and female caregivers
• Six weeks; once a week 2 ½ hour per session 
• PASWFL sponsored; no expense to the PASWFL member caregiver 

PASWFL sponsored; no expense to the PASWFL member caregiver Curriculum Weeks 1 through 6 
     1. Taking care of You 
     2. Identifying and Reducing Personal Stress 
     3. Communicating Feelings, Needs & Concerns 
     4. Communicating in Challenging Situations 
     5. Learning from our Emotions 
     6. Mastering Caregiving Decisions 

Upcoming Session @ PASWFL Office in 2025 ​

• We are pleased to announce the dates for 4 sessions in 2025 for Powerful Tools for Caregivers ®.
• Thursdays, April 17 through May 22
• Wednesdays, July 16 through August 20
• Tuesdays, October 7 through November 11

If you are interested in participating in this session or have questions about the program, please email swatts@Parkinsonassociationswfl.org
 
For more information about the program, visit https://www.powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org/

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Powerful Tools for Caregivers

We are honored to have received a grant from Senior Friendship Centers Foundation in support of our Care Partner programs.

Additional Programs, Education, and Support Groups for Care Partners

Join us for additional classes, educational talks and support groups designed to support care partners of persons with PD. Become a member to learn about all of our programs and receive weekly updates of upcoming classes and programs.

While there is no charge to participate there are significants costs to offer our programs and services​. 
​Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs. Click below to complete the required application online.

For your convenience the membership application is available to complete online, or if you would prefer printed forms, you can download them and return them to us by mail. Are you unsure if you completed a waiver or membership form? Call us at 239-417-3465 and we will be delighted to check for you. CLICK TO JOIN