Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational series designed to provide caregivers with the tools needed to take care of those who care for others.

The program will help family caregivers reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate feelings better, balance their lives, increase their ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources.

Classes consist of six 2 1/2-hour sessions held once a week. Two experienced class leaders conduct the series (they are experienced caregivers themselves, who have successfully applied the techniques they teach). Interactive lessons, discussions and brainstorming will help you take the "tools" you choose and put them into actions for your life.

Participants receive "The Caregiver Helpbook" developed specifically for the class. The classes will be free, thanks to support from the Southwest Georgia Council on Aging and Flint River Hospice.

Classes will be held at Flint River Hospice located across the street from the Post Office on West Street from 5:30 to 8:00 pm. Sessions are held every Monday evening beginning on March 15th and going through April 19th.

For more information or to register, contact Ann Hudgins at 229-220-4343. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required.