Overview of State of Texas Services
What services are available for older adults and caregivers through the state. Many of these services are also funded with federal funds. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** […]
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What do seniors and caregivers need to consider to age-in-place?
Aging in America May Never be the Same: A Series What resources are required? How to evaluate your home for feasibility of aging-in-place? What modifications will be required? CaregiverTeleconnection · Aging In America June 10
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Resources-R-Us! LGBT and Aging Resources and Supports
The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals Defining families of choice and negotiating family dynamics Issues impacting LGBT caregivers and those who care for LGBT elders Identifying resources and supports The importance of “The Folder”; keeping photos of important documents on a smartphone CaregiverTeleconnection · Resources-R-Us! LGBT and Aging Resources and […]
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How Does Memory Work?
The doctor said “She will lose her memory.” But what does that mean? This session will explain what memory is, how it functions and what occurs as the brain suffers damage from dementia. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare** CaregiverTeleconnection · How Does Memory Work? June 16 2020
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If a nursing home is the only option, what do caregivers and seniors need to look for in order for them to be able to make a decision on what facility is right for them?
Aging in America May Never be the Same: A Series What questions should you be asking? What do you need to consider? CaregiverTeleconnection · Aging In America May Never be the Same: A series June 17
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Caregiving Wasn’t on My Bucket List!
The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals • Feeling unprepared for your caregiving role • Dealing with resentment and anger • Navigating the health system as a LGBT caregiver • LGBT-friendly aging programs and long-term care CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving Wasn't On My Bucket List! June 18, 2020
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COVID and Dementia—what are the signs and symptoms
Join Tam Cummings PhD in a discussion about how the COVID-19 virus impacts persons with dementia. Did you know that the symptoms of this virus show up differently in persons with dementia? Join Dr. Cummings and she goes over what signs or symptoms your loved may display and what to do if you see them. […]
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Family dynamics: When is it absolutely necessary for a caregiver to place their loved one?
Aging in America May Never be the Same: A Series What should seniors consider and explore before deciding to live with relatives? What should relatives know? CaregiverTeleconnection · Family dynamics: When is it absolutely necessary for a caregiver to place their loved one? June 24
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Asuntos legales de los cuidadores, a cargo de la empresa profesional
La Lic. Aleida Villarreal es una abogada especialista en asuntos legales de los adultos mayores, reconocida dentro de su campo como ferviente defensora de los adultos mayores y familiares que les cuidan. Escuche a Aleida hablar sobre las cuestiones legales y los documentos importantes que los cuidadores y las personas mayores deben conocer. CaregiverTeleconnection […]
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Aging Gayfully: Life After Caregiving
The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals • Creating new social networks • Aging-in-place • LGBT-affirming programs and services • Looking at the cup half-full CaregiverTeleconnection · Aging Gayfully: Life After Caregiving June 25 2020