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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Caring Through ALS: Supporting Your Loved One While Sustaining Yourself
Caring for someone with ALS is both deeply meaningful and incredibly demanding. This session offers caregivers practical guidance, emotional support, and essential tools to help navigate the ALS journey with […]
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Depresión en la etapa tardía de la vida
¿Puede la depresión en etapas posteriores de la vida estar relacionada con el deterioro cognitivo o incluso con la demencia? El Dr. Nestor H. Praderio, MD, analizará los riesgos, el […]
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Making the Transition: When a Loved One With Dementia Needs More Care
Join Dear Lucy as she discusses how to identify when moving a loved one into a care facility may be the right next step. The session will cover common warning signs, including safety issues, declining health, and increasing caregiving demands as dementia progresses. She will also examine who should be part of the decision-making process […]
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Making the Case for Music in Dementia Care
Explore the evidence-based benefits of music engagement for older adults living with dementia and related cognitive impairments. Participants will learn how to use favorite music purposefully to achieve targeted outcomes such as reducing agitation, improving mood, and strengthening connection. The session will highlight research findings, cost-effectiveness data, and practical tools that caregivers and professionals can […]
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Magnificent Seven Essential Legal Forms
Virginia Hammerle will explain about the intricacies involving documents such as a Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, HIPPA Release, Designation of Guardian, and Burial Instructions and […]
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Meaningful Activities: Creating Purposeful Activities in Dementia Care
Meaningful Activities: Creating Purposeful Activities in Dementia Care is designed to help caregivers, activity professionals, and healthcare staff create engaging, person-centered experiences for individuals living with dementia. Participants will learn how to design meaningful activities that promote dignity, purpose, connection, and quality of life while addressing different cognitive abilities, interests, and stages of dementia. The […]
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The Pride of Caring Mental Health and Caregiving: A Matter of Importance for LGBTQ+ Adults
LGBTQ+ adults more commonly experience mental health concerns than their non-LGBTQ+ peers. The stress of caregiving, and isolation that caregivers experience can further these concerns. This program will focus on identifying resources to support LGBTQ+ caregivers in their journey.
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The Pride of Caring: Alzheimer’s, Dementia and the LGBTQ+ Community
Did you know that LGBTQ+ older adults exhibit several health disparities which increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s and other dementias? Join us to discuss this important topic, and to break down the latest research.
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Prepararse para el mañana: Navegar por el cuidado futuro de los familiares de la tercera edad
Acompáñanos en esta plática educativa sobre la importancia de planificar el futuro y tomar decisiones anticipadas sobre el cuidado de la salud, aspectos legales y financieros. Aprenderemos cómo expresar nuestros […]