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SUMMARY:Dear Lucy: Dementia and Sexually Inappropriate Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Join Dear Lucy as she explains how and why inappropriate sexual behaviors may appear in dementia\, what situations can spark them\, and how caregivers can navigate these moments with confidence and compassion. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/dear-lucy-dementia-and-sexually-inappropriate-behaviors/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias: How to Prevent Them
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bendheim will introduce the hallmarks of dementia\, specifically Alzheimer’s disease (AD); including the common symptoms\, clinical and pathological features\, diagnostic criteria\, and risk factors. He will share the FDA approved treatments for AD as well as the landmark results of the Alzheimer’s Association POINTER multi-component lifestyle study\, published in 2025. Dr. Bendheim will also discuss BrainSavers\, the company he founded\, and introduce the Brain+Body Total Fitness Program—an evidence based program offered both through live\, instructor led classes and online. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/alzheimers-and-other-dementias-how-to-prevent-them-3/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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SUMMARY:Supporting Independence & Dignity: Managing Self-Care in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Dementia is a progressive brain disease that can change a person’s ability to manage everyday self-care tasks such as dressing\, eating\, bathing\, and toileting. These changes are not a choice or a lack of effort. They are the result of changes in the brain. \nJoin us to better understand the “why” behind these shifts and learn practical\, compassionate strategies that help a person living with dementia maintain their highest level of independence and dignity. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/supporting-independence-dignity-managing-self-care-in-dementia/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T100000
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CREATED:20260318T132358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173122Z
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SUMMARY:Truth\, Lies\, and Compassion: Ethical Communication in Dementia Care
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores the ethical and practical challenges of truth-telling in dementia caregiving. It examines when honesty supports well-being—and when compassionate redirection or “therapeutic fibbing” may be more appropriate. Through real-world scenarios\, we’ll consider how caregivers can navigate these complex moments with empathy and respect. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/truth-lies-and-compassion-ethical-communication-in-dementia-care/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T100000
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SUMMARY:Ask Dr. Tam Questions
DESCRIPTION:What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver\, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will cover quick stress relief tips and answer any questions you have about dementia. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare** \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/ask-dr-tam-questions-23/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T130000
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SUMMARY:Caring Through ALS: Supporting Your Loved One While Sustaining Yourself
DESCRIPTION:Caring for someone with ALS is both deeply meaningful and incredibly demanding. This session offers caregivers practical guidance\, emotional support\, and essential tools to help navigate the ALS journey with greater confidence and resilience. Participants will learn what to expect\, how to access support\, and ways to care for their own wellbeing while caring for someone they love. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/caring-through-als-supporting-your-loved-one-while-sustaining-yourself/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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SUMMARY:Depresión en la etapa tardía de la vida
DESCRIPTION:¿Puede la depresión en etapas posteriores de la vida estar relacionada con el deterioro cognitivo o incluso con la demencia? El Dr. Nestor H. Praderio\, MD\, analizará los riesgos\, el diagnóstico y las opciones de tratamiento. Conozca los factores desencadenantes de esta enfermedad común que afecta a un número cada vez mayor de adultos de 65 años en adelante. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/depresion-en-la-etapa-tardia-de-la-vida/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia,Spanish
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SUMMARY:Making the Transition: When a Loved One With Dementia Needs More Care
DESCRIPTION:Join Dear Lucy as she discusses how to identify when moving a loved one into a care facility may be the right next step. The session will cover common warning signs\, including safety issues\, declining health\, and increasing caregiving demands as dementia progresses. She will also examine who should be part of the decision-making process and share practical guidance for families preparing for this change. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/making-the-transition-when-a-loved-one-with-dementia-needs-more-care/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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CREATED:20260409T180926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T190749Z
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SUMMARY:Making the Case for Music in Dementia Care
DESCRIPTION:Explore the evidence-based benefits of music engagement for older adults living with dementia and related cognitive impairments. Participants will learn how to use favorite music purposefully to achieve targeted outcomes such as reducing agitation\, improving mood\, and strengthening connection. The session will highlight research findings\, cost-effectiveness data\, and practical tools that caregivers and professionals can apply immediately within care routines. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of why personalized music should be considered a standard of care in dementia support. \n 
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/making-the-case-for-music-in-dementia-care-2/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T120000
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CREATED:20260519T182133Z
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UID:10000860-1780401600-1780405200@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Meaningful Activities: Creating Purposeful Activities in Dementia Care
DESCRIPTION:Meaningful Activities: Creating Purposeful Activities in Dementia Care is designed to help caregivers\, activity professionals\, and healthcare staff create engaging\, person-centered experiences for individuals living with dementia. Participants will learn how to design meaningful activities that promote dignity\, purpose\, connection\, and quality of life while addressing different cognitive abilities\, interests\, and stages of dementia. The course explores creative approaches to reducing boredom\, anxiety\, and isolation through individualized\, enriching engagement.
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/meaningful-activities-creating-purposeful-activities-in-dementia-care/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T110000
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CREATED:20260519T131414Z
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UID:10000859-1782295200-1782298800@www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org
SUMMARY:The New Advances in Dementia Treatment
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide the latest updates on treatments for dementia. Specifics include the pop inhibitor and brain health recommendations for all individuals.  **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection program**
URL:https://www.wellmedcharitablefoundation.org/caregiver-support-caregiver-teleconnection-events/the-new-advances-in-dementia-treatment/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Alzheimer's and Dementia
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