What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will cover quick stress relief tips and answer any questions you have about dementia. ** Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
La agitación y los comportamientos asociados en la demencia presentan desafíos clínicos difíciles y agotadores para los cuidadores. Nestor H. Praderio, MD presentará el espectro de comportamientos y el deterioro progresivo de la función cognitiva de la agitación en la demencia. También explicará el diagnóstico diferencial de la agitación en la demencia y presentará las […]
Join Dear Lucy for a discussion on how medications affect older adults—especially those living with dementia or disabilities. Learn how to recognize potential risks such as increased confusion, disorientation, and falls, and discover practical strategies to manage medications safely. This session is designed to empower caregivers with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions […]
Dr. Ercoli will discuss signs of dangerous driving in people with dementia, strategies for facilitating driver cessation, and laws pertaining to reporting dangerous drivers.
Join Zoy Kocian from the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration for an informative discussion on this often misdiagnosed and misunderstood disease. Learn how Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) differs from other types of dementia, explore its subtypes and symptoms, and discover the supports and services available to help families navigate the challenges of FTD.
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, […]
New treatments. New ideas on the root causes of these illnesses. How to enroll in clinical trials. This session will explore all the newest research and information in a way […]
Aprenda las mejores maneras de comunicarse con personas que viven con demencia. Hablaremos sobre cómo el lenguaje y la comprensión cambian debido a los efectos de la demencia, y cómo […]
Caring for someone with dementia often means navigating unexpected behaviors like agitation, repetition, or aggression. These behavioral expressions are common—and often misunderstood—but with the right tools, they can be managed […]
Guilty feelings seem to be as natural to family caregiving as hard work and insurance forms. Even caregivers who have done everything right and nothing wrong are burdened with guilt. […]
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is often one of the least recognized and most misunderstood types of dementia—frequently misdiagnosed or mistaken for other neurological or psychiatric conditions. Individuals living with LBD […]
This program will provide you the information you need to stay in control of your life as you age. You can avoid a guardianship by preventing it. Karen Telschow Johnson […]
What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will cover quick stress relief tips and answer any questions you have about dementia.** Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
Su ser querido ha sido diagnosticado con demencia. ¿Ahora que? Las noticias devastadoras pueden ser abrumadoras y ciertamente confusas. Aprende que la demencia no es necesariamente la enfermedad de Alzheimer, hay muchos tipos de demencia. También descubrirá que manejar los desafíos médicos y conductuales asociados a la demencia es extremadamente estresante y desgarrador. Nestor H. […]
Stop dreading the holiday season and learn to make it manageable, meaningful, and even joyful! The holidays often amplify the stress, resentment, and fatigue family caregivers already face, forcing a collision between unrealistic expectations and the reality of care needs. Join our webinar, “Caregiving and the Holidays: From Stress to Success!”, to gain actionable strategies […]
As people age, especially those living with dementia, changes in brain function can make using the toilet more difficult. Incontinence and accidents may become more frequent as the condition progresses, which can be distressing for both the individual and their caregiver. Join Dear Lucy as she explores why these changes occur and offers practical, compassionate […]
Caregivers often feel like so much is out of their control, but that’s not always the case. This program will focus on the positive aspects of caregiving and ways to take control of what is possible.
Join this practical, evidence-informed session on using favorite, personally meaningful music to improve daily life for older adults living with dementia. Attendees will learn the therapeutic value of favorite music and how to use it purposefully to achieve outcomes like calmer transitions, better mealtimes, lifted mood, and smoother sleep. It includes tools and techniques that […]
La Navidad puede seguir siendo especial, incluso si estás enfermo, eres adulto mayor o cuidas a alguien. Aprenderemos como vivir las emociones sin culpa, adaptar las celebraciones para que sean cómodas y sencillas, y como valorar los pequeños momentos.
Join this educational program designed to help families and caregivers navigate the unique challenges that the holiday season can bring for people living with dementia. The program provides practical strategies […]
What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will cover quick stress relief tips and answer any […]
Caregivers should be aware of feelings of guilt, as they can affect both their well-being and the quality of care they provide. Join Dear Lucy for an honest conversation about […]
El Dr. Néstor Praderio, M.D. realizará una presentación a fondo para los cuidadores de un ser querido con la enfermedad de Alzheimer. Conozca los numerosos roles que asumen los cuidadores […]
It can be very frustrating for adult child caregivers when the parents they’d like to help refuse their care--especially when the parents’ safety is at risk. In this highly interactive […]
This program is designed to support caregivers, particularly those caring for individuals with dementia, as they face emotionally difficult decisions that often contradict promises made earlier in their caregiving journey. […]
Challenging expressions in dementia are a form of communication—not “bad behavior.” This program helps caregivers understand the why behind these expressions and offers practical, compassionate strategies to respond with confidence […]
Caregivers often experience a series of common emotions in the process of providing care. When we don’t address these emotions, they can impact upon our physical and mental health. This […]
En “La familia como equipo” exploraremos cómo toda la familia puede participar en el cuidado de una persona viviendo con demencia, tanto quienes están cerca como quienes viven a distancia. […]
Caregivers often experience a series of common emotions in the process of providing care. When we don’t address these emotions, they can impact upon our physical and mental health. This […]
Caregivers often experience a series of common emotions in the process of providing care. 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 feeling Caregivers often experience a series of common emotions in the process of providing care. When we […]
Join Zanda Hilger, LPC (Licensed Counselor), and Marty Skinner for a candid and personal conversation about the realities of caregiving. Both are longtime professionals in older adult care and the disability community. In recent years, they have also been navigating the healthcare system as wives caring for their husbands. In this session, they share hard-earned […]
Caregivers often experience a series of common emotions in the process of providing care. 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 feeling Caregivers often experience a series of common emotions in the process of providing care. When we […]
What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will cover quick stress relief tips and answer any questions you have about dementia. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
El deterioro cognitivo en pacientes con demencia es progresivo y crea una angustia psicológica significativa. Esto, combinado con los trastornos conductuales de la demencia, da como resultado desafíos aún mayores para los cuidadores. El grado de los síntomas asociados y el nivel de perturbación de la vida familiar, así como la seguridad del paciente, a […]
Join Dear Lucy as she explains how and why inappropriate sexual behaviors may appear in dementia, what situations can spark them, and how caregivers can navigate these moments with confidence and compassion.
Dr. Bendheim will introduce the hallmarks of dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease (AD); including the common symptoms, clinical and pathological features, diagnostic criteria, and risk factors. He will share the FDA approved treatments for AD as well as the landmark results of the Alzheimer’s Association POINTER multi-component lifestyle study, published in 2025. Dr. Bendheim will also […]
This presentation provides an overview of Medicare Preventive Services, including covered wellness visits, screenings, vaccines, eligibility requirements, frequency, potential costs, and explains how these benefits support early detection and overall health. The presentation also offers practical guidance on how to access these services and make the most of Medicare coverage to support long-term health and […]
Caregivers often carry the emotional, physical, and mental load for their families while neglecting their own well-being. This session will address caregiver burnout, the impact of chronic stress on the […]
Dementia is a progressive brain disease that can change a person’s ability to manage everyday self-care tasks such as dressing, eating, bathing, and toileting. These changes are not a choice […]
This presentation explores the ethical and practical challenges of truth-telling in dementia caregiving. It examines when honesty supports well-being—and when compassionate redirection or “therapeutic fibbing” may be more appropriate. Through […]
A través de este taller, aprenderemos cómo la demencia afecta la comunicación. Describir cómo un enfoque centrado en la persona puede ayudar a la comunicación. Compartiremos estrategias que le ayuden […]
Only one-third of Americans have filled out an advance directive to let family members know what care they do or don’t want in the event they are unable to speak […]
La presentación explica el síndrome vespertino, una confusión y agitación que ocurre al final del día en personas con demencia. Se analizan causas como el estrés, necesidades no satisfechas y […]
Behind every cancer diagnosis is a caregiver — a parent, partner, sibling, or friend — quietly navigating medical appointments, emotional strain, and financial pressures. This webinar explores the lived experiences […]