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  • Good Grief!

    Covid-19 has resulted in a lot of grief- loss of loved ones, or a life we miss. Many of us are dealing with unexpressed grief which will be addressed in this session.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Good Grief! Nov 5 2020 

  • Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning

    Tips to assist families in having honest and caring conversations with family members about dementia. The workshop reinforces the need to plan ahead and build a care team. ***Sponsored by North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection***   CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning Nov 9 2020 

  • ¿Será posible que la depresión en la madurez de la vida esté relacionada con el deterioro cognitivo o incluso la demencia?

    El Dr. Néstor Praderio hablará sobre los riesgos, el diagnóstico y las opciones de tratamiento. Infórmese sobre los síntomas comunes de la depresión y entienda los factores desencadenantes de esta enfermedad común que afecta a un número de adultos de 6o años y mayores.   CaregiverTeleconnection · ¿Será posible que la depresión esté relacionada con […]

  • Safe use of Medication for Seniors and their Caregivers

    Dear Lucy will talk about how to best manage your loved one’s medications, especially during the pandemic. Caregivers need to understand and be vigilant about medication side effects, as well as how new medications may affect someone with dementia. If you have a question for Dear Lucy, please submit it to caregiversos@wellmed.net

  • Guilty as Charged – Guilt and Dementia Caregiver

    Dementia caregivers have a very real risk for overwhelming feelings of guilt. Let’s talk about guilt, types of guilt, the effects of caregiving and steps to take to survive. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**   CaregiverTeleconnection · Guilty As Charged Nov 17 2020  

  • Celebrating Holidays During COVID-19

    With our biggest holidays ahead, this session will discuss ways to be together safely, tips for travel and what precautions to take during our ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Celebrating Holidays During COVID-19 Nov 18 2020  

  • Grief in the Holidays – Zoom Conference

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    The holidays are an especially hard time when grieiving the loss of a loved one. The season renews memories, family ties and traditions. We become painfully aware that our loved ones is no longer physically present. This is often difficult for families. The pain of the loss is confused with the spirit of the season. […]

  • Sick of COVID-19!!

    You may not have COVID-19, but you may not be feeling your best. This session will address the impact of stress on our health during this pandemic.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Sick Of COVID-19 Dec 2 2020  

  • Denial in Early Dementia

    For older persons, it is easy to rationalize behavior changes in early stages of dementia as a part of normal aging. Why would anyone want a diagnosis of progressive dementia? But the truth is that early diagnosis predicts better outcomes for both the caregiver and care recipient.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Denial In Early Dementia Dec […]

  • La otra cara de la Navidad cuando eres cuidador de un familiar

    La Navidad es sinónimo de alegría, reencuentro, fiestas, comidas y regalos pero la realidad es que estas celebraciones pueden ser días de dificultades, agotamiento e incluso tristeza para familiares que cuidan a un ser querido enfermo. Es importante preparanos para estas fechas y poner en práctica algunos consejos útiles para lograr equilibrio y serenidad durante […]

  • Safe use of Medication for Seniors and their Caregivers

    Dear Lucy will talk about how to best manage your loved one’s medications, especially during the pandemic. Caregivers need to understand and be vigilant about medication side effects, as well as how new medications may affect someone with dementia. If you have a question for Dear Lucy, please submit it to caregiversos@wellmed.net.   CaregiverTeleconnection · […]

  • Caregiving and the Holiday’s

    Learn tips for reducing holiday stress followed by interactive discussion with caregivers about holiday stresses and how to manage them, learning from one another. **Sponsored By North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**   CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving and the Holidays Dec 14 2020  

  • 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 to do for your loved one, your family and friends, and for yourself as we move through this emotional month. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**   […]

  • Cargiving During COVID-19 Series: 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. Most of us lack a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, which […]

  • 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  

  • 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 

  • 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 […]

  • Difficult Behaviours

    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 […]

  • 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 

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19 Series: 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 […]

  • The Pride of Caring: Life After Caregiving

    Join this important conversation about creating new social networks, aging-in-place, and looking forward. CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring Series: Life After Caregiving Jan 28