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  • Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delirium

    Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia.

  • I’m the Caregiver – What Legal Authority Do I really Have?

    Warning signs of “helpful” family members or friends and of financial exploitation. What happens when a problem is apparent? What are Fiduciary duties under Powers of Attorney? When a court ordered guardianship is warranted or necessary or what restrictive alternatives are options? **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · I'm the Caregiver-What […]

  • ZOOM – Family Dynamics & Dementia

    The core elements for a solid family unit are trust, respect, caring, nurturing and love. The dynamics of family relationships are complex and confusing. A constant tug and pull of time, energy and devotion to creating a loving family is exhausting. Combine those “routine” struggles with that of caring for a loved one with dementia […]

  • Aging in America Series: What do seniors and caregivers need to consider to age-in-place?

    As we endure the COVID-19 pandemic, and once we have recovered, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health care system is to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care […]

  • Dear Lucy: The Importance of Medication Managmenet

    Join Dear Lucy for this interactive session to talk about how to best manage your medications. She will cover topics such as side effects, proper storage, the role your pharmacist plays as well as over the counter medications.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Importance Of Medication 3 11 21  

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    Sleep is the best natural thermometer we have

    A substantial body of evidence suggests that sleep and happiness are closely linked.  Join Jamie Huysman, PhD (whether you sleep well or not), to learn how your sleep will determine your sense of Emotional Wellness.  Explore how the role of childhood trauma (ACE -adverse childhood experiences), life’s events and our dreams can drive our own […]

  • What is Memory and How Does the Loss of Memory Affect a Person With Dementia

    This class will discuss the types of memory, how memory is made and used and what happens to memory as the brain begins to be impacted. Behaviors will change, memories will be lost, and time will go backwards for your loved one. Learn what those constant questions mean, how to address the changes for your […]

  • Lighhouse for the Blind & Vision Impaired

    Nuestra meta es ayudar a las personas a mantener su independencia en sus hogares a pesar de su perdida de la visión.  Además, nos enfocamos en ayudar a las personas de bajos ingresos.  Tenemos Cinco Servicios Gratuitos:  Habilidades para vivir independiente Clínica de Baja Visión y Dispositivos Entrenamiento Orientación y Movilidad Apoyo Psicológico EDUCACIÓN para la […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: How to Cope with Fear

    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. This series will provide a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, along […]

  • Providing Personal Hygiene for a Loved One with Dementia

    Please join Dear Lucy for this interactive discussion about the challenges that come up with providing personal hygiene care for a loved one with dementia. She will provide tips on how to best help your loved one in bathing, grooming, dressing and dental care.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Providing Personal Hygiene for a Loved One with […]

  • Isolation and Loneliness: What is the difference and What to do about both

    Explore the difference between isolation and loneliness in older adults and how to make meaningful connections. How can you use the best communication style for your loved one? **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**   CaregiverTeleconnection · Isolation and Loneliness: What is the difference and What to do about Both 4 12 21 […]

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    Caregiving During COVID-19: How to Deal with 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. This series will provide a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, along […]

  • The Nine Dementias

    This session will review the nine most common forms of dementia and their domains, along with the clinical features of type. By removing dementias from the list that a loved one cannot have, participants will be able to ask more specific questions of their physicians and have a better understanding of the dementia process. **Sponsored […]

  • Cargiving During COVID-19: How to Handle 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 emotions, they can impact upon our physical and mental health. This series will provide a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, along […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: Mental Health & COVID-19

    A pandemic has implications on our mental health. Addictive health behaviors like drinking alcohol and overeating are on the rise. This session will focus on addiction, healthy coping behaviors, and resilience.

  • The Trouble with Adult Siblings

    Caregiving for an aging parent is difficult enough, but when adult siblings argue over the extent of a parent’s condition and needs, the caregiving plan, and who should be in charge, it makes caregiving harder and more frustrating. Those sibling bonds may become so frayed during caregiving that those relationships are weakened forever afterwards. Barry […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: How to Process Sadness

    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. This series will provide a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, along […]

  • ZOOM – Healthy Eating for Diabetes

    June Jacobs RN, will introduce the basics of nutrition and outline meal planning for those seeking control of blood sugar, meet targets for blood pressure, and support a healthy weight. Diabetes meal planning applies to the general population for optimal health, wellbeing and longevity. Questions are welcome!