Denial in Early Dementia
For older persons, it is easy to rationalize behavior changes in early stages of dementia as a part of normal aging. Why would anyone want a diagnosis of progressive dementia? […]
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Alzheimer's and Dementia
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Getting Through the Holidays
The holidays are one of the most stressful times of the year under the best of circumstances. But this year is especially challenging due to COVID. Let’s talk about what […]
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What is Memory and How Can I Keep Mine?
In this session I will explain what memory is, how it functions, and what happens to the brain during dementia. Exercises for keeping your healthy and normally aging brain strong will also be discussed. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare** CaregiverTeleconnection · What is Memory and How Can I Keep Mine? Jan 19
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Best way for Dementia Caregivers to handle a loved one’s memory loss
In this Caregiver Teleconnections by a clinical psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, we’ll discuss the importance of loosening the grip of our own memories of who our loved ones were and accepting them as they are now to best help them. Sponsored by Arden Courts Memory Care Community CaregiverTeleconnection · Best way […]
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Dear Lucy: Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior
Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior Feb 11
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The Survival Guide to Dementia Care What Happens Next
This series will follow the journey of the family caregiver during their loved one’s dementia care. Family caregivers of People With Dementia are confronted with numerous decisions regarding the care and eventual placement of their loved one. In each session of this series, a critical area of care or future needs for care will be […]
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Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia
Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia Feb 25
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Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delirium
Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia.
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ZOOM – Family Dynamics & Dementia
The core elements for a solid family unit are trust, respect, caring, nurturing and love. The dynamics of family relationships are complex and confusing. A constant tug and pull of time, energy and devotion to creating a loving family is exhausting. Combine those “routine” struggles with that of caring for a loved one with dementia […]
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What is Memory and How Does the Loss of Memory Affect a Person With Dementia
This class will discuss the types of memory, how memory is made and used and what happens to memory as the brain begins to be impacted. Behaviors will change, memories will be lost, and time will go backwards for your loved one. Learn what those constant questions mean, how to address the changes for your […]