Waseca Area Caregivers received $3,667 for caring hands program

Waseca Area Caregivers received $3,667 for their caring hands program during the Waseca Area Foundation’s annual awards program November 9, 2022. Kelly Boeddeker accepted the award on their behalf. For residents who have seen director Boeddeker out and about, have no doubt heard about the WAC’s caring hands program which provides four hours of relief each week for family members of folks with mild to moderate dementia. The WAC provides entertainment from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. This gives caregivers time for doctor appointments, getting a hair cut, or, sometimes even more needed, a nap. Working as a caregiver is a stressful and Boeddeker passionately talks about the respite this program provides. These funds will help extend this program to Mondays, in addition to their Wednesday program. In addition, the Caring Hands Program helps aging adults downsize their homes in order to have a more manageable space. “We want them to live well at home by transitioning to a more managable space.” Boeddeker also expressed thanks for last year’s donation which funded the wheelchair ramp installed and built by local contractor Ben Byron.