Claire Wester is a caregiver for her mother who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Listen to Claire’s inspiring story of how she faced the challenges as well as burnout and what she did to overcome these. Claire and Dear Lucy will discuss what to look for as well as tips on how to advocate for yourself as […]
Los últimos años han sido un desafío para muchas personas. Únase con la Dra. Liliana Oakes, ella compartirá ideas a los cuidadores de familia e amistades que proveen cuidado a un ser querido enfermo; encontrar momentos de alegría y paz durante la próxima temporada navideña.
Join in a yearly interactive conversation about holiday activities 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? **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · Managing the […]
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, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic from a professional and other caregivers. CaregiverTeleconnection · Planning a Holiday Trip to see a Loved […]
For some family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time when spirits are lighter. It feels good to care for loved ones and enjoy time together, celebrating with family traditions. But for many the season ends up being the Holi-Daze, bringing stress, anxiety, the blues and self-doubts. Something’s gotta give! Make sure it’s not […]
Join us as we discuss how COVID-19 has impacted LGBTQ caregivers and seniors. We’ll discuss what the pandemic has uncovered about inequities in health care and some unique issues faced by LGBTQ caregivers and seniors.
In the past year or so mental health has been discussed more openly. The differences between stress, anxiety, and depression can be confusing. How do you know when feeling overstressed may be anxiety or depression? What about the mental health of the person you care for? Learn about the symptoms of depression and anxiety and […]
As the COVID pandemic continues and we face new challenges with the Omicron variant, we’ll discuss caregivers concerns. The session will be an open form to address your questions, and to learn tips on how to manage our new reality. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving and COVID - Updated for 2022 Jan 11
This session will address defining families of choice and negotiating family dynamics, as well as where to find resources and supports. We’ll also outline the important documents and health policies for LGBTQ caregivers. CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring: Resources-R-Us! LGBT and Aging Resources and Supports Jan 12
Are you feeling unprepared for your caregiving role? We’ll focus on dealing with resentment and anger, navigating the health system as an LGBTQ caregiver, and the importance of LGBTQ-friendly aging programs and long-term care. CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring: Caregiving Wasn't on My Bucket List! Jan 12
It can be hard to know what to do when a loved one with dementia displays inappropriate sexual behaviors. Join Lucy Barylak, MSW as she shares tips on how to respond, and what caregivers need to know and do. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy with Lucy Balrylak, MSW Jan 20
El camino del cuidado a menudo está lleno de desafíos difíciles y emociones intensas. Para ayudar a manejarlo, compartiremos sugerencias para prosperar como un cuidador de un familiar enfermo. CaregiverTeleconnection · Como Prosperar Como Cuidador De Su Familiar Enfermo Jan 21
Did you notice something seemed different with your loved one during the holidays? Let’s discuss what’s normal aging and what are signs of something more serious and what the next steps would be for a family caregiver.
Caregivers can get so wrapped up in completing their many caregiving tasks each day that they wear themselves out. Psychologist, author, and healthcare consultant Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D. will talk about how prioritizing relationships over tasks can rekindle energy for continuing to be a devoted caregiver.
Join this important conversation about cultural competence in health care. What can LGBTQ patients teach providers about their health care experiences? What should providers know? CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring: The Pride of Professionals Jan 26
Join Jamie Huysman, PsyD, LCSW as he discusses the latest issues facing caregivers and how attendees can learn to “take their oxygen first” so that they can continue to provide the needed care to their loved ones.
Please join Lucy Barylak, MSW for the first of two sessions about how to best manage your loved one’s medications, especially during the pandemic. Caregivers need to understand and be vigilant about medication side effects, as well as how new medications may affect someone with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Safe Medication Feb 3
This session will review the nine most common forms of dementia. These nine make up approximately 98 percent of all dementias. Identifying the dementia or dementias your loved one has is critical to today’s care and planning for future care. The type of dementia needs to be identified for a number of reasons. It is […]
As a caregiver we are often asked “how is your loved one doing?”. Every now and then someone may ask how you are doing. Almost as a reflex your response is "I am fine" or the ever popular “I’m hanging in there”. But are you really? Do you dare share that you are mentally, emotionally, […]
Please join Lucy Barylak, MSW for the second session about how to best manage your loved one’s medications, especially during the pandemic. Caregivers need to understand and be vigilant about medication side effects, as well as how new medications may affect someone with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Safe Medication Feb 10
Review important legal issues and documents and the importance of keeping them current. What are the most frequently asked legal questions? Discuss ways to start difficult discussions with parents, spouse, and other older adults who do not have legal affairs in order or need updating. Identify ways to find attorneys who specialize in working with […]
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 us as we discuss the latest news and issues related to our ongoing pandemic. We’ll provide an update on COVID-19 in long term care settings, practical tips for caregivers, and answer your questions. CaregiverTeleconnection · COVID-19: Issues & Updates for Caregivers Feb 17
Durante siglos, hemos sabido que la salud del cerebro y el cuerpo están conectadas. Pero ahora, la ciencia puede proporcionar información sobre cómo tomar decisiones de estilo de vida que pueden ayudarlo a mantener su cerebro y cuerpo saludables a medida que envejece. Únase a nosotros para aprender sobre la investigación en las áreas de […]
People-pleasing is a losing battle. When you focus on self-love and self-compassion rather than trying to get others to love you, you build your self-esteem, your own resiliency and break codependent patterns so you can form healthier, happier relationships—with yourself and others. For various reasons, many of us find it easier to love others than […]
Caregiving is not often something we seek out. Many times you just find yourself doing different tasks for your loved one. Join Dear Lucy as she shares tips on how to recognize that you are a caregiver, along with the challenges and rewards of caregiving. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving 101, What Does it Mean to […]
Learn about: the role of caregivers, dealing with difficult situations, diversity and culture, and where to find resources. 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 […]
This session will explore staging tools used to identify the progression of dementia in your loved one. Understanding the stage of dementia helps us better communicate, plan for care, and prepare for the next stage of the disease. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
El Dr. Néstor H. Praderio presentará un método básico para ayudarle a afrontar los retos diarios de la nutrición, la higiene personal y otros comportamientos difíciles relacionados con diferentes tipos de demencia.
Learn about: the role of caregivers, dealing with difficult situations, diversity and culture, and where to find resources. 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 […]
Interactive panel of family caregivers will discuss the challenges and rewards of caregiving, what they have learned, and what they would advise other caregivers. During a Q & A, they will talk with listeners **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiver To Caregiver 3 14 2022
It’s been 2 years since our first lockdown, and what a ride it’s been! We’ll discuss the latest COVID-19 news, and reflect on what we have learned about caregiving during the experience of the pandemic.
Learn about: the role of caregivers, dealing with difficult situations, diversity and culture, and where to find resources. 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 […]
Caregivers today face not only the stress of taking responsibility for two people (sometimes more), but the reality of a world different from any time in their life. This session will speak to the burden of so many issues facing our world today in addition to caregiver response, often exhibited in high anxiety. Sometimes anxiety […]
Join Dr. Jamie Huysman as he discusses why caregivers should “Take Your Oxygen First”. As caregivers, you are often so busy giving to others, that your needs and health often […]
What are the differences and benefits between the two and what qualifies a patient for hospice/palliative care? Join Gilbert Cortez, RN with Guiding Light Hospice as he talks about what […]
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
Join Dr Tam Cummings as she discusses what Vascular Dementia is. She will explore what the signs of Vascular dementia are as well as the causes and how it is different from other types of dementias. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
Learn about ambiguous and anticipatory grief and the emotional impact? How does it relate to individuals and families of people with a diagnosis of dementia? Learn how to cope with grief, loss, and the bereavement of ambiguous and anticipatory grief. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · Ambiguous And Anticipatory Grief […]
Dementia is a scary term and is often misunderstood. Dementia isn’t defined as a specific disease. It is generally described as a group of symptoms which affect cognitive and social abilities to the extent that they interfere with the functions of daily living. Dementia is usually confused with Alzheimer’s because it is the most common […]
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
Join Dear Lucy for this interactive discussion focusing on the different behaviors that occur when someone with dementia is experiencing hallucinations or paranoia. She will share tips on why this happens as well as how to manage and cope with the behaviors. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia And Paranoia April 14
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
Family caregivers often benefit from developing guiding principles to help them remain positive even when mired in day-to-day caregiving details. In this interactive workshop with Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., a psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, we’ll discuss 5 possible principles, including reflecting on the many good things caregivers do, being grateful for […]
¿Cuáles son las diferencias y los beneficios entre los dos, que califica a un paciente para hospicio/cuidados paliativos? Únase a esta presentación con Gilbert Cortez, RN-enfermero registrado con la agencia de hospicio Guiding Light, el hablara sobre lo que necesita saber sobre estos diferentes tipos de atención.
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
In life we though that IQ, Intelligence Quotient was the standard bearer on how well we did in life. This is a myth that has been handed down for years. There are brilliant people who never get to accomplish their goals in life no matter how intelligence they are. Overtime, we came to understand that […]
We’ve all struggled during these past 2 years at times, but new research has highlighted just how the pandemic has affected informal family caregivers. We’ll discuss these new findings, and how we can work together to heal our mental health after the fallout of the pandemic.
This session will cover the history, domains and variations of Dementias of the Alzheimer’s Type. Knowing and understanding the effects of the disease on a Person with Dementia will be discussed along with stress relief tips for the family caregiver. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
Learn about federal, state, and local programs and services for adults age 60+ and for family and informal caregivers. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection program** CaregiverTeleconnection · Federal, State and Local Services May 9
Join Lucy Barylak, MSW as she discusses what causes delirium and how it is diagnosed. She will also share what signs to look for and what are some treatment plans available. This is an interactive session, so please plan to share your experiences and questions. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: What seniors and caregivers need […]
The pandemic has heightened anxiety, depression, addiction and other mental health issues. We may not even realize that we live with or care for someone with mental health issues. This session will provide a forum for caregivers to discuss their experiences and to learn about coping strategies.
El abogado Dickerson hablara sobre la importancia de planificar para el futuro de su ser querido, incluida las discusión de arreglos legales que ayudan calificar para beneficios que pueden proteger su propiedad y obtener beneficios asociados con Medicaid. Miller’s Trust~(Fideicomiso legal) y Lady Bird Deed-(Formulario de escritura) Mr. Dickerson will be talking about the importance […]
This dementia is highly misunderstood, even in the medical community, and takes families up to 4 years to get a proper diagnosis. She will explain what signs show up first, how to get an accurate diagnosis, and what to do after you receive the diagnosis.
As caregivers one of the hardest things about the Covid-19 pandemic is that it has limited our ability to pursue new experiences. The loss of engagement in our usual environments can undoubtedly endanger mental health, but those who have been able to immerse themselves in new hobbies, goals, or even walking routes have found the […]