Griffin Hospital nurse recognized for work with families of Alzheimer's patients

Griffin Hospital’s Cary Carpino, RN, of Oakville, second from left, poses with, from left, Maria Tomasetti, CT Alzheimer's Association South Central Regional Director, Diane Betkoski of Griffin Hospital’s Lifeline Service, and Carolyn DeRocco, CT Alzheimer's Association Sr. Director of Education and Programs. Carpino was honored at Alzheimer's Association’s Annual Excellence in Caregiving Luncheon at The Spring Glen Church in Hamden. / Contributed photo

DERBY - Cary Carpino of Griffin Hospital’s Community Outreach and Valley Parish Nurse Program was one of more than 25 area caregivers recently honored by The South Central Regional Office of the Alzheimer's Association, CT Chapter.

Carpino, of Oakville, was recognized for her dedication and support to patients, families and friends living with Alzheimer’s disease at the association’s annual Excellence in Caregiving Luncheon in November at the Spring Glen Church in Hamden. 
Carpino leads Griffin Hospital’s Alzheimer’s disease monthly support group.

“Cary’s positive approach to helping families cope with this dreaded disease is inspirational,” said Diane Betkoski of Griffin Hospital’s Lifeline Service. 

“She is professional in her approach and communicates in a friendly manner resulting in a trusting relationship. These qualities make Cary an outstanding support to individuals and families struggling with this disease.
"Cary is a role model for other healthcare professionals who work in this field. Her dedication to helping families is noteworthy for this recognition.”

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

  

Caregivers to learn coping with Alzheimer's at event in Shelton

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SHELTON - The Caregiver Support Group at Wesley Village invites you to “Coping with the Challenges of a Loved One with Alzheimer’s” at 2 p.m. Sept. 18.

This program will feature a representative from the Alzheimer’s Association and will include an overview of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, along with communication tips, behavioral challenges/strategies, and activities for staying connected with loved ones with dementia. 

Practical advice for keeping caregivers healthy will also be offered in the presentation.  

The event will be held at Crosby Commons Assisted Living Community at Wesley Village, 580 Long Hill Ave.

For information or to RSVP by Sept.17, call 203-925-4952 or visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org.

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.