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Powerful Tools for Caregivers Catholic Social Services of RI has trained 16 new Class Leaders who are certified to teach the Powerful Tools for Caregivers Program. The six week classes (1.5 hours each week) provide a self-care education program for family caregivers. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide you with tools and strategies to better handle the unique caregiver challenges you face. Caregivers who have completed the program have shown improvement in the following areas: • Self-Care Behaviors: (e.g. increased exercise, relaxation and medical check-ups) • Management of Emotions: (reduced guilt, anger, and depression) • Self-Efficacy: (increased confidence in coping with caregiving demands) • Use of Community Resources: (increased utilization of local services) If you would like to attend a Powerful Tools Program please call the agency number listed for the location and time that works for you. Or contact Catholic Social Services of RI, information below.