CareTEXT supports caregivers of people with dementia

CareTEXT can help caregivers:

• Improve skills to take care of themselves and loved ones.
• Learn about dementia and related resources. 
• Get tips and strategies to relax, get active and make their home safer.
• Chat with a coach live via text to help find care support for a loved one, like home-delivered meal options, transportation to medical appointments, etc.

The program lasts for six months.

This program is for those who:

• Take care of a loved one with memory problems (Alzheimer’s or other dementias).
• Are 18 years old or older.
• Have an active cellphone to receive text messages.
• Speak English or Spanish.
• Care for a person with memory issues and live in Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte or Ray counties in Missouri.

For more information, call 913-588-1851 or visit bit.ly/careTEXT

Supported by KU Alzhiemer's Disease Research Center, Juntos and the Mid-America Regional Council.