Desafíos en el manejo de la demencia
Su ser querido ha sido diagnosticado con demencia. ¿Ahora que? Las noticias devastadoras pueden ser abrumadoras y ciertamente confusas. Aprende que la demencia no es necesariamente la enfermedad de Alzheimer, […]
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Alzheimer's and Dementia
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Dear Lucy: Toileting, Incontinence and Dementia, what you need to know
As people age, especially those living with dementia, changes in brain function can make using the toilet more difficult. Incontinence and accidents may become more frequent as the condition progresses, which can be distressing for both the individual and their caregiver. Join Dear Lucy as she explores why these changes occur and offers practical, compassionate […]
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“Making the Case for Music in Dementia Care”
Join this practical, evidence-informed session on using favorite, personally meaningful music to improve daily life for older adults living with dementia. Attendees will learn the therapeutic value of favorite music […]
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Ask Dr Tam Questions
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 […]
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When Aging Parents Don’t Want to Receive Help
It can be very frustrating for adult child caregivers when the parents they’d like to help refuse their care--especially when the parents’ safety is at risk. In this highly interactive […]
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I Made a Promise
This program is designed to support caregivers, particularly those caring for individuals with dementia, as they face emotionally difficult decisions that often contradict promises made earlier in their caregiving journey. These promises may include commitments such as “I’ll never put you in a nursing home” or “I’ll always take care of you myself.” Learn more […]
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Managing Challenging Expressions in Dementia
Challenging expressions in dementia are a form of communication—not “bad behavior.” This program helps caregivers understand the why behind these expressions and offers practical, compassionate strategies to respond with confidence […]
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La familia como equipo
En “La familia como equipo” exploraremos cómo toda la familia puede participar en el cuidado de una persona viviendo con demencia, tanto quienes están cerca como quienes viven a distancia. […]
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Ask Dr. Tam Questions
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 […]
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Dear Lucy: Dementia and Sexually Inappropriate Behaviors
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 […]