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 Lucy as she discusses what the symptoms of hallucinations, delusions and paranoia are and what causes the behaviors that can happen during these episodes. She will share tips on what to do when it happens. At the end of this session Lucy will stay on the line and offer personal support.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, but other types of dementia each have a unique pattern of impairment and clinical course. This discussion will cover the most common of these other types of dementia. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**
Currently, there are over 6.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, yet many caregivers do not talk about it or even admit their loved one has it. Why is there so much stigma? How can we stop the stigma so that others will get the help they need as caregivers of someone living with dementia? […]
Decades ago we learned that we were born with all the brain cells we would ever have. Today, we know we can create new brain cells and we can change the way our brain sends and receives messages from different parts of the brain and from the body! This information can help us control the […]
Never has a mental health condition been more prevalent and truly less understood then the word “codependency”... Caregivers have historically been ‘tarred and feathered” with this word, even in the book I co wrote called Take Your Oxygen First! Walking on egg shells to avoid conflict, feeling like you are “lost in the sauce” with […]
The FDA recently approved a second treatment that addresses the underlying biology of Alzheimer’s and changes the course of the disease for people in the early stages. This program will explore what is known about this new treatment – Leqembi: how it works, what it does, how much it costs, where to get it -- […]
No one lives forever and it’s so hard to let go. Losing a loved one can be one of the most devastating events in our lifetime, but your relative is sitting right next to you. Loss and grief are part of the human experience. Caregivers experience something called “anticipatory grief.” These are feelings of grief […]
Learn about defining roles and responsibilities with patients and caregivers, the role of diversity and culture, and where to find resources to help with difficult situations and elder abuse. Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnership with caregivers, but there is limited formal training and support on how to engage caregivers which is the […]
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 […]
Nestor H. Praderio, MD will review the evolution of our brain and how significant changes in our lives impact its function. He will highlight how genetics, diet, nutrition, medication, stress […]
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 […]
Learn about defining roles and responsibilities with patients and caregivers, the role of diversity and culture, and where to find resources to help with difficult situations and elder abuse. Healthcare […]
It is often common for people to have more difficulties using the toilet as they age, particularly if they have dementia. Incontinence and accidents can cause problems, especially as the […]
September is National Preparedness Month, whose focus this year is ‘Helping Older Adults Prepare for Disasters’. Planning is a key to making through all kinds of disasters which affect seniors, […]
Learn about defining roles and responsibilities with patients and caregivers, the role of diversity and culture, and where to find resources to help with difficult situations and elder abuse. Healthcare […]
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 […]
¿Ha oído hablar de la inscripción abierta de Medicare? Únase a José Díaz que explicara los conceptos basicos de Medicare para que haga un decision informada para su ser querido. […]
Are you a care partner supporting someone with Lewy body dementia? This presentation will provide a deeper dive into symptoms that can be experienced by those with LBD – especially […]
We live in the moment now more than ever. Before COVID, we lived with the illusion of certainty. Now we know for sure that we don’t have certainty. As caregivers, […]
Caregiving is known to cause stress on a person’s mental and physical health. This series will address ways that caregivers can support their own health, while also considering respite care […]
Increasingly, some cancers are being managed as chronic conditions which create new possibilities for patients, and challenges for loved ones and caregivers. This program will discuss this new approach to […]
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is from October 15 through December 7, 2023. Learn about changing Medicare health or drug coverage for 2024 and how to start comparing your present coverage with other Medicare options. ***Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection***
Nestor H. Praderio, MD revisará el proceso de diagnóstico de la demencia y explicará los tipos de demencia, incluidos los síntomas y las etapas. También describirá las opciones de intervención […]
Caregiving is known to cause stress on a person’s mental and physical health. This series will address ways that caregivers can support their own health, while also considering respite care […]
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 […]
For many people, thinking about whether a family member should move into a long term care facility is one of the most difficult things to do. Join Lucy as she […]
Caregiving is known to cause stress on a person’s mental and physical health. This series will address ways that caregivers can support their own health, while also considering respite care […]
Grief and loss cause many emotions and feelings. Not all of them have to be negative. There can be peace and hope intertwined within the feelings of emptiness and sadness. […]
As a human being, sensing what others feel can at times get the best of you, and deplete your physical, emotional, and even spiritual reserves. Learning how to regroup and […]
Some diseases, such as dementia, turn family members into caregivers gradually over time because a relative’s condition progress slowly. Others, such as heart attacks, strokes, and terminal cancer diagnoses, hit […]
Caregiving is known to cause stress on a person’s mental and physical health. This series will address ways that caregivers can support their own health, while also considering respite care […]
You don’t have to be somebody you are not. What if the key to truly enjoying life was to simply be yourself and not be concerned about what you perceive […]
Healthy Eating and the Holidays will introduce basic principles of nutrition and how to apply to holiday eating along with tips for making food exchanges to enjoy seasonal festivities while […]
It is often said that when a family member is sick, the whole family is sick. This program will address how illness and caregiving affect those around us.
For some caregivers, the holidays can feel even more isolating- or more stressful. This program will focus on these emotions and will examine some practical ways to make this a […]
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 […]
The session will cover a variety of topics around medication safety. She will explore some potential side effects, how some medications can increase the risk of falls, how medications can […]
Para algunos cuidadores de familia, las fiestas de fin de año pueden ser un momento alegre en el que los ánimos son mayormente positivos. Se siente bien cuidar a los […]
Most caregivers know a few caregiver tips for surviving and thriving during the holidays but they are often forgotten. This session is a good reminder. Tips include redefining and changing […]
The holidays are here! A time for joy, happiness, and good cheer. But for many, it can be a time of feeling immense pressure and deep despair. N. H. Praderio, […]
Please join Brennen Boze, Attorney, as he leads a discussion about the importance of having powers of attorney, medical directives, and wills/trusts in place when incapacity strikes, and how legal […]
Caregivers often are overwhelmed with the present and are without time to plan for their future or that of their loved one. This session will discuss the basics and process […]
Abuse is not always intentional. Many times, caregivers just become tired, frustrated and overwhelmed. But abuse robs our older loved ones from security and dignity. Approximately one in 10 Americans […]
Healing in the Holidays with April Moxley, LMSW It takes time to heal from the loss of a loved one. When we are grieving, we can feel completely overwhelmed with sadness, overwhelmed with missing the beloved person who has gone. We long for them. We think we will not survive. So we ask ourselves, “How […]
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**
This session will describe what are they symptoms of hallucinations, delusions and paranoia, and why they happen. Lucy will provide tips on how to handle these behaviors, as well as what caregivers need to do, or not do.
Join in a yearly interactive conversation about holiday activities and stressors when you are a caregiver. What are your challenges, what has worked for you in the past, what have you had to change from traditional celebrations, and how do you balance caregiving and self-care? We encourage you to share your experiences and ask questions […]
Caregiving for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging, rewarding, overwhelming and meaningful...All at the same time. Sometimes strategies work and sometimes they do not. Join gerontologist, Dr. Natalee Oliver, DSW, as we discuss and learn strategies, tips & techniques to find solace, humor and positivity in the midst of this complex journey.