Family members are deeply and emotionally connected despite feeling distant or disconnected In this session- understanding family dynamics and caregiving begins with the family systems theory. Dr. Lozano will present […]
Do you find that now that you are a caregiver, you just don’t have enough time, energy, strength, or have health problems of your own? Learn how home care services […]
We are taught from birth that we are to love others, but relational love can be challenging. If caregivers don’t understand how to meet their own needs, how can they […]
If you ask someone if they are prepared for a life transition or loss, they generally say they dont want to think about it, or they lean in and say, […]
In this talk you will learn the how to differentiate between, stress, burnout, and Compassion Fatigue. You will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of Compassion Fatigue, identify the […]
Caregivers will have the opportunity to call in and ask questions, make comments and express yourself regarding the issues you face as a caregiver. You can submit your questions or […]
Evalyn Greb, LCSW will discuss how to properly assess your situation for you and your loved one as it is and help you understand how to prepare for the future […]
We will explain the communication changes that take place throughout the course of the disease, decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and respond in ways […]
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Likely as many as 20% of persons with Alzheimer’s and other dementia in the US live alone—over 1 million. Splaine Consulting recently held three regional conferences and learned a lot […]
Learn about Aikido communication: Align, Agree, Redirect, and Resolve. With Aikido, one listens for areas of agreement or common ground and uses “I” messages, which are particularly effective when emotions […]
Lucy Barylak, MSW as “Dear Lucy”. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their […]
There is increasing scientific evidence for linking oral disease with overall health. Learn what is considered “normal” aging of the mouth, versus a disease state as well as the importance […]
If you were in control of your last months of life, what would you want? What would you want to accomplish? Who would you want to see? When life-prolonging interventions […]
Learn more about 1) the differences in how medications affect older adults differently than when they were younger, 2) the Beers list, 3) common drug interactions, 4) importance of using […]
El Dr. Néstor Praderio hablará sobre los riesgos, el diagnóstico y las opciones de tratamiento. Infórmese sobre los síntomas comunes y entienda los factores desencadenantes de esta enfermedad común que […]
Lucy Barylak, MSW as “Dear Lucy”. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their […]
There are many issues that a caregiver will face when providing care for someone. How do decide what level of care is needed? When is it time to look into long term care? How do you help but still maintain your loved one’s independence? Find out the answer to these questions and many more as […]
Caregivers face the heart rendering decision of taking the car keys away from elderly parents whose driving behavior has become a danger to themselves and others. This isn’t an easy decision to make because it represents the older driver’s sense of independence and dignity. Join Dr. Jamie in a discussion about taking away the car […]
Research suggests that women and men approach caregiving with different expectations and often take different approaches to tasks and the prospect of receiving help from others. Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D, a psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, will explore these differences and suggest ways that women and men can work better together during […]
Los elementos esenciales de una familia sólida son la confianza, el respeto, el aprecio, el apoyo y el amor. La dinámica de las relaciones familiares es compleja y confusa. El Dr. Néstor H. Praderio hablará sobre la dinámica del núcleo familiar al lidiar con el diagnóstico y plan de cuidados de la enfermedad de Alzheimer […]
Lucy Barylak, MSW as “Dear Lucy”. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey. This month she is going to discuss topics ranging from facing discrimination to helping a loved one accept the progression of dementia to […]
Learn how to deal with and make a plan for challenging behaviors. We will discuss causes and triggers of challenging behaviors, and how to make a plan to change the behavior.
Holidays are exciting yet can also be stressful. Caregivers going to see their loved ones may be especially stressed. Join this session to hear some tips for preparing emotionally for such a trip from a professional and other caregivers.
Caregivers of people living with dementia need the “ How to’s” of managing the challenges they face each day. The Dealing with Dementia Guide and Workshop was created to provide some of those “How to’s”. From problem solving around dementia behaviors to creating a dementia friendly lifestyle, Gayle Alston, co-author of the guide and program […]
Explore the unique challenges of caregiving and the holidays. What traditions may need to change? Learn tips to cope with the stress of balancing caregiving and self-care.
If you’re worried about the safety of your aging loved one who is living at home, it could be for good reason. Home safety issues and falls are among the leading causes of injury at home. There are common hazards and warning signs that family members can look out for. The good news is, simple […]
Las temporadas de fiestas presentan muchas oportunidades para estar juntos y compartir risas y recuerdos. Sin embargo, también conllevan estrés, decepción y tristeza. Es posible que una persona que vive con Alzheimer experimente una sensación de pérdida especial durante esta temporada debido a los cambios y, al mismo tiempo, las personas que cuidan de otra […]
The life of a family caregiver seems almost unbearable, and many times the health of the caregiver suffers greatly, to the detriment of the care recipient. But what if there was a magic trick that could not only ease the burden of the caregiver, but also improve the quality of life for the person with […]
Lucy Barylak, MSW as “Dear Lucy”. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey.
This event is from 8:00am to 5:00pm on December 30, 2018.