ZOOM The Pride of Caregiving: The Pride of Professionals
Join this important conversation about cultural competence in health care. What can LGBTQ patients teach providers about their health care experiences? What should providers know?
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Long Term Care Planning
It is never too early to think about aging and your last years or those of a loved one. Join us in learning the steps to a plan for the […]
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The New Alzheimer’s Drug
This session will discuss Biogen’s new Alzheimer’s drug, Aduhelm - the first FDA-approved drug to slow the progress of this disease in the past 2 decades. We’ll explain the clinical data, and discuss implications for patients and caregivers. CaregiverTeleconnection · The New Alzheimer’s Drug July 7
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Dear Lucy: Addiction Awareness for Caregivers Caring for a Loved One
Join Lucy Barylak, MSW as she addresses the topic of addiction in caregiving. She will discuss the signs and symptoms of addiction. Caregivers will be provided with tools to identify […]
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Essential Conversations: Helping Older Adults Share Their Wishes for Care Through the End of Life
Learn about tools and resources from the Conversation Project, such as the Conversation Starter Guide and Your Guide to Choosing a Health Care Proxy, and hear stories from families who […]
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ZOOM – Depression in Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is much more complex than just sadness and loss of interest. Depression in those with Alzheimer’s Disease is not uncommon and requires immediate diagnosis and intervention. Nestor H. Praderio, M.D. will review the parallel symptoms, diagnostic process and plan of care.
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Cuerpo y Cerebro Sano es Vida Sana
El programa Cuerpo y Consejos de las últimas investigaciones más recientes sobre el envejecimiento saludable. La Alzheimer ‘s Association organizó una reunión de expertos en investigaciones y los mensajes difundidos […]
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Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delirium
Caregivers need to have a better understanding of what causes delirium and why. Join Lucy Barylak, MSW as she discusses ways to deal with a loved one who is delirious and may be difficult to manage. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delirium July 15
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ZOOM – Self-care Month
If you are chronically stressed, it is time to stop buying into the myth that we must be selfless martyrs. Putting your own health and well-being first is the “secret […]
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ZOOM – Caregiver Stress and Grief and Compassion Fatigue
This session will give caregivers the tools needed to assess their stress and health levels and what to expect during the course of the disease. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**