El programa Cuerpo y Consejos de las últimas investigaciones más recientes sobre el envejecimiento saludable. La Alzheimer ‘s Association organizó una reunión de expertos en investigaciones y los mensajes difundidos […]
Caregivers need to have a better understanding of what causes delirium and why. Join Lucy Barylak, MSW as she discusses ways to deal with a loved one who is delirious […]
If you are chronically stressed, it is time to stop buying into the myth that we must be selfless martyrs. Putting your own health and well-being first is the “secret sauce” which will productively drive better outcomes in our lives. Join Jamie Huysman, PsyD, LCSW as he discusses the importance of self-care and how we […]
This session will give caregivers the tools needed to assess their stress and health levels and what to expect during the course of the disease. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
Lucy Barylak, MSW will discuss why some persons with dementia exhibit inappropriate sexual behavior. She will also provide tips for caregivers on how to respond to a loved one who displays inappropriate sexual behaviors. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior July 22
When all family caregivers think about are the tasks they have to do next, then they are more likely to feel overwhelmed and lose their sense of themselves. It is important for caregivers to reflect on what they are going through to stand apart from their long lists of chores. In this Teleconnections with a […]
Lucy Barylak, MSW will explain the difference between someone who appears to be delusional and someone who is exhibiting paranoid behavior. She will talk about what caregivers need to know, as well as tips on how to respond. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delusions and Paranoid Behavior July 29
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we were isolated, confined, and missing human connections. Please join Evalyn Greb, LCSW as she discusses tips on how to re-engage with lovers, friends, and strangers. CaregiverTeleconnection · The Importance Of Social Reconnection Aug 3
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point. COVID-19 has […]
Learn how to cultivate mindfulness and self-care through guided practices, which can be used as meditation, relaxation or stress-reducing and coping skills. You will learn skills to transfer to your real, day-to-day life to help you throughout those high stressor days and ensure you enjoy all the moments of life. **Sponsored by the North Central […]
Los aspectos más desafiantes de cuidar a un ser querido con alzheimer y otra demencias relacionadas es el manejo de los problemas de comportamiento. Usted ganará una mejor comprensión de los comportamientos disruptivos, como los delirious, vagando, combatividad, trastornos del sueño y otras perturbaciones. Aprenda estrategias clave para abordar estos comportamientos y aliviar el estrés […]
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point. COVID-19 has […]
New Concerns About COVID-19: What caregivers need to know about variants, vaccines and booster shots, vaccine requirements for health care workers, and support for COVID-19 long haul patients - we’ll discuss all of this and more!
Why do some people believe that they need to “tough things out” such as aging, Covid, national politics and other things out of their control. Join Dr. Jamie Huysman, PsyD LCSW as he discusses how caregivers can gain the awareness and necessary understanding to develop a meaningful “resiliency plan” that addresses caregiving, their loved ones […]
In this follow up to Compassion Fatigue, we will discuss the physical and mental effects of family caregivers. A review of the stress and burden scales that participants received will be discussed. And stress relief tips that take less than 30 seconds will be shared and practiced. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point. COVID-19 has […]
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 systems are to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point. COVID-19 has […]
This session will answer all your questions about booster shots, and will discuss what precautions you and your loved ones should be taking against variants as our COVID pandemic endures. We’ll also provide updates on vaccination rates in long term care settings. CaregiverTeleconnection · COVID And Caregiving 9 7 2021
Caregivers will receive tips on how to safeguard your loved one from falling, as well as understanding the reason why dementia affects balance. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy Dementia Affects Balance Sept 9
Have you had the important discussion with you care receiver about what "legacy" planning? How are remaining financial resources and possessions to be passed to survivors and the next generation? What happens if sudden incapacity changes those plans? Legacy planning can be a meaningful, even fun, process. Learn a six-step process to let the wishes […]
N.H. Praderio, M.D. will conduct an in-depth presentation for Caregivers of a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease. Learn about the many roles Caregivers assume through the evolving stages of the disease. Gain a better understanding about Alzheimer's Disease and it's challenges from both the caregiver and patient perspective. Dr. Praderio will also discuss financial and […]
El COVID-19 ha traído desafíos significativos para las familias en los Estados Unidos y el mundo. Para los cuidadores de familia que ya vivían en una vida llena de desafíos, la pandemia ha amplificado las complicaciones del día a día, como las precauciones adicionales mientras se cuidan en casa; estar lejos de sus seres queridos […]
There is one generation that has been consistently defined by its obsessions: avocado toast, memes, Harry Potter ... and self-care. They are often perceived as entitled snowflakes, but millennials might be the generation of emotional intelligence. In 2015, according to the Pew Research Center, more millennials reported making personal improvement commitments than any generation before them. They spend twice as much as […]
Anxiety, pain, depression, and caregivers can all cause behaviors in a Person With Dementia. Behaviors can also be a clue to the form of dementia or the stage of the dementia. It’s all about behaviors including learning to use the Dementia Behavior Algorithm to understand what the Person With Dementia is communicating. **Sponsored by VITAS […]
Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnership with caregivers, but there is limited formal training and support on how to engage caregivers in care planning. This series will explore the role of caregivers and their experiences in supporting the health of loved ones. We will examine issues including difficult behaviors, elder abuse and advocacy, […]
September is National Preparedness Month, and there are specific preparations that caregivers and seniors should consider in the event of hurricanes and natural disasters. Join us as we discuss preparedness tips and planning strategies for caregivers to keep you and your loved ones safe. CaregiverTeleconnection · Disaster Preparedness 101 for Caregivers 9 28 21 […]
Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnership with caregivers, but there is limited formal training and support on how to engage caregivers in care planning. This series will explore the role of caregivers and their experiences in supporting the health of loved ones. We will examine issues including difficult behaviors, elder abuse and advocacy, […]