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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The Pride of Caring: How has COVID-19 affected the LGBT community?
Join us as we discuss how COVID-19 has impacted LGBT caregivers and seniors. We’ll discuss discrimination in health care, coping with isolation and what you need to know about a vaccine. CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring: How has COVID-19 affected the LGBT community? Jan 7
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Strange Behaviors: Dementia versus Delirium with Dr. Jennifer Arnouville, DO
Learn this subtle differences between behaviors that are due to dementia or delirium. Gain confidence with handling some common behaviors in dementia patients, and with recognizing signs that can instead signify another underlying medical problem. ***Sponsored by North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection*** CaregiverTeleconnection · Strange Behaviors: Dementia versus Delirium Jan 11
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Who cares for the Caregiver
Caregivers – you find yourself as lead control center or life coordinator for your loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Dementia. You become nurse, cook, physical therapist, accountant, counselor, chauffeur, activity director and so much more. But who takes care of you? Join Nestor H. Praderio, M.D. as he reviews current data, trends and […]
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Caregiving During COVID-19 Series: Anger
Whether caregiving for a loved one or trying to care for ourselves during the pandemic – we are all experiencing a series of common emotions. When we don’t address these emotions, they can impact upon our physical and mental health. Most of us lack a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, which […]
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The Pride of Caring: Resources-R-Us! LGBT and Aging Resources and Supports
This session will address defining families of choice and negotiating family dynamics, as well as where to find resources and supports. We’ll also outline the important documents and health policies for LGBT caregivers. CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring: Resources-R-Us! Jan 14
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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 […]
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Caregiving During COVID-19 Series: Uncertainty
Whether caregiving for a loved one or trying to care for ourselves during the pandemic – we are all experiencing a series of common emotions. When we don’t address these […]
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The Pride of Caring: Caregiving Wasn’t on My Bucket List!
Are you feeling unprepared for your caregiving role? We’ll focus on dealing with resentment and anger, navigating the health system as an LGBT caregiver, and the importance of LGBT-friendly aging […]
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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 […]