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  • 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  

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: The End of COVID-19

    New vaccines can end this pandemic, but there is skepticism. This session will answer all of your COVID-19 vaccine questions. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving During COVID-19: The End of COVID-19 Feb […]

  • Competent Conversations with Health Care Providers

    Using  effective communication skills helps family caregivers become more competent and confident in their important role supporting their loved one's care.  In this session, learn effective communication skills and how to […]

  • ¿Cómo te sientes?

    Cuando se le pregunta, siempre responde "Estoy bien". ¿Te atreves a afirmar que estás mental, emocional y físicamente agotado? ¿Te sientes frustrado, abrumado, culpable, de mal humor, deprimido, aislado? Estos […]

  • Dear Lucy: Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior

    Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior […]

  • The Survival Guide to Dementia Care What Happens Next

    This series will follow the journey of the family caregiver during their loved one’s dementia care. Family caregivers of People With Dementia are confronted with numerous decisions regarding the care […]

  • Are My golden Years Gone—or Just Rusty?

    Was caregiving on your “bucket list” for retirement? Are you experiencing the adventurous and fulfilling retirement you spent your life dreaming about? If no is the answer to these questions, […]

  • Difficult Behaviours

    Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia

    Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia […]

  • Understanding grief and Loss

    Let’s have a conversation about how this past year has impacted the loss process. What should you know, how are the different players helping families through making difficult decisions? Is there anything you can do now to be prepared? LOLA will provide guidance and resources for you and your family. CaregiverTeleconnection · Understanding grief and […]

  • Aging in America Series: How has COVID-19 changed our view on long-term care facilities?

    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: 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 […]