Trimble County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2019
| 2012 - Prepare to Care | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2012.5) | 15 |
Number families who made a caregiving plan |
| 2012.4) | 20 |
Number of program participants who discussed caregiving with their families |
| 2012.1) | 25 |
Number of participants who learned how to start a caregiving conversation as a result of the program |
| 2012.2) | 22 |
Number of program participants who are willing to discuss possible care arrangements with a family member or friend |
| 2012.3) | 23 |
Number of program participants who are willing to initiate discussion of possible care arrangements with a family member or friend as a result of the program. |
Success Stories
Prepare to Care
Author: Jane Proctor
Major Program: Prepare to Care
Based on demographic trends, Kentucky residents need to plan for a great increase in care giving. In 2005, 12.5% of Kentucky’s population was reported to be 65+ (2010, Trimble County 17.5%, 65+) and by 2030 it is predicted that 19.8% of the Commonwealth’s population will be 65+ (2007 U.S. Census Bureau). Today, over half of Kentucky’s older adults report living with a disability. In addition, there is a growing prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and dementia. Currentl
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