Caregiver to Caregiver
Interactive panel of family caregivers will discuss the challenges and rewards of caregiving, what they have learned, and what they would advise other caregivers. During a Q & A, they […]
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Online – Caregiving During COVID-19: The 2-Year Anniversary
It’s been 2 years since our first lockdown, and what a ride it’s been! We’ll discuss the latest COVID-19 news, and reflect on what we have learned about caregiving during the experience of the pandemic.
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Engaging Caregivers: A Program for Healthcare Workers Series
Learn about: the role of caregivers, dealing with difficult situations, diversity and culture, and where to find resources. Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnership with caregivers, but there is limited formal training and support on how to engage caregivers in care planning. This series will explore the role of caregivers and their experiences […]
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Anxiety: Good or Bad?
Caregivers today face not only the stress of taking responsibility for two people (sometimes more), but the reality of a world different from any time in their life. This session will speak to the burden of so many issues facing our world today in addition to caregiver response, often exhibited in high anxiety. Sometimes anxiety […]
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Online – Take Your Oxygen First
Join Dr. Jamie Huysman as he discusses why caregivers should “Take Your Oxygen First”. As caregivers, you are often so busy giving to others, that your needs and health often take a back seat, which can make things harder for yourself in the long run. Learn about how you can take steps toward bringing your […]
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Online – What is hospice and what is palliative care?
What are the differences and benefits between the two and what qualifies a patient for hospice/palliative care? Join Gilbert Cortez, RN with Guiding Light Hospice as he talks about what you need to know about these different types of care.
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Aging in the 21st Century: What Caregivers Need to Know Now
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
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Online – ABC’s of Vascular Dementia
Join Dr Tam Cummings as she discusses what Vascular Dementia is. She will explore what the signs of Vascular dementia are as well as the causes and how it is different from other types of dementias. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
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Ambiguous and Anticipatory Grief
Learn about ambiguous and anticipatory grief and the emotional impact? How does it relate to individuals and families of people with a diagnosis of dementia? Learn how to cope with grief, loss, and the bereavement of ambiguous and anticipatory grief. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · Ambiguous And Anticipatory Grief […]
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Dementia Diagnosis and Treatment
Dementia is a scary term and is often misunderstood. Dementia isn’t defined as a specific disease. It is generally described as a group of symptoms which affect cognitive and social abilities to the extent that they interfere with the functions of daily living. Dementia is usually confused with Alzheimer’s because it is the most common […]