Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers Newsletter

May 2025

Monthly Memo

Book Update and a Note of Gratitude

Hello, Master Trainers and Class Leaders!


As we approach the end of May and head into the warmer, longer days of summer, I wanted to take a moment to check in and share a quick update.


I know many of you have been eagerly awaiting the release of our new book, and I wish this update came with firmer news and a more specific timeline. Unfortunately, due to several office delays we could not anticipate, things have taken longer than expected on our end.


Progress is still being made, and we continue to move forward towards a release sometime in the fall.


I completely understand this isn’t the news you were hoping for, and I feel the same way. I know how frustrating delays can be—especially when you're looking forward to having the book physically available for your communities. Please know how much we appreciate your patience and how deeply we value your trust as we work through the remaining steps. Your understanding means more than we can say.


Thank you so much for your continued understanding, support, and enthusiasm for Powerful Tools for Caregivers. It really does keep us going. Dr. Lee and I can’t wait to get this book into your hands and will continue to update you along the way.


If you'd like to talk through any of the above, or have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me (ptcaregivers@iastate.edu) and I will do all I can to help support you.


With gratitude,

Dr. Katie Anthony

Program Coordinator

Accepting Applications for Master Trainer Training


Would you like to be able to train colleagues to become facilitators for Powerful Tools for Caregivers? Does your organization want to expand the program reach by offering training opportunities? Consider applying for upcoming Master Trainer Training sessions!


To be eligible, you must begin as a Class Leader. Once you have four 6-week caregiver class series under your belt and the support of your organization, you can apply for Master Trainer Training. You can review the Master Trainer Agreement for additional Master Training policies.


The two remaining training sessions for 2025 are:

  • Wednesday, June 4; 9-11 a.m. PT/11 a.m.-1 p.m. CT/12-2 p.m. ET
  • Tuesday, October 28; 8-10 a.m. PT/10 a.m.-12 p.m. CT/11 a.m.-1 p.m. ET


Apply to join us using the PTC Master Trainer Application form!

Materials and Resources

Class Leaders

Class Leader Materials can be accessed through the ISU Extension Store (see note below) and the PTC Website.

Master Trainers

Master Trainer Materials can be accessed through the ISU Extension Store (see note below) and the PTC Website.

Note: When you set up your ISU Extension Store account, be sure to use the primary email address that PTC uses to contact you. You must be logged in to your account to access the materials.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

ptcaregivers@iastate.edu

https://www.powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org

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