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  • Avoiding the Potholes of the Dementia Journey

    Most of us have heard about the stages of dementia and how they impact the one for whom you are caring. This presentation will focus on how caregivers of persons […]

  • Communicating with Health Care Providers in the Office

    Effective communication with healthcare providers is essential for the health of care receivers. The family caregiver needs to ensure that the time in often short office visits is used wisely. […]

  • Caregiving with Loss and Trauma

    Trauma does not go away because you are a caregiver. Join Dr. Natalee Oliver, DSW as she shares how compounding grief and loss from caregiving with trauma can evoke additional […]

  • Voices of Alzheimer’s

    Join Jim Taylor, President and CEO of Voices of Alzheimer’s as he describes his journey of being a caregiver to his wife Geri since 2012 and the rewards and “burdens” […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will focus on how to manage the stress that […]

  • Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias: How to Prevent Them

    Paul Bendheim, MD, Clinical Professor of Neurology, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, founder of BrainSavers, and author of The Brain Training Revolution will summarize the new science of […]

  • Toileting, Incontinence and Dementia

    Many caregivers have a very hard time dealing with as well as talking about dementia and toileting. Helping someone with dementia with their toileting tasks, can be very difficult and […]

  • Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s – Discerning the Difference

    What is dementia? What is Alzheimer’s? Are they the same or not? The confusion surrounding dementia and Alzheimer’s is not uncommon. Nestor H. Praderio, M.D. will present a clear and […]

  • “Beyond Burnout: Nurturing Resilience in Caregiving”

    Caregiving is often a long journey and one that requires endurance. Join this session to discover how to navigate the ever-evolving role of a caregiver with resilience and grace. Learn […]

  • Trauma and Self-Esteem

    How can trauma affect our self-esteem? What are signs of a healthy self-esteem and how can you increase yours? Join Dr. Natalee Oliver as we learn how trauma impacts self-esteem […]

  • Planning for Housing Transition

    Join us as we talk with Joan Blinn, a real estate agent who specializes in working with seniors and their families. We’ll discuss how to start the conversation about moving, […]

  • Are You a “Control Freak” Caregiver?

    No one likes to be called a “control freak.” Yet some caregivers are accused of that by family members who feel marginalized in caregiving activities. In this interactive discussion with […]

  • Unique Tips for Family Caregivers That Will Amaze You

    Using examples from her book, Toolkit for Caregivers, Deidre Edwards, RN, will be revealing some amazing caregiver hacks she used when taking care of her husband who was confined to […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will focus on how to manage the stress that […]

  • Mindfulness for Caregiver Stress Reduction

    Caregivers deal with stress every day. Research shows that mindfulness, the practice of accepting what is without judgment can lower psychological stress. In this class, you will create a mindful […]

  • The Pride of Caring: Mental Health & Caregiving

    A Matter of Importance for LGBTQ+ Adults LGBTQ+ adults more commonly experience mental health concerns than their non-LGBTQ+ peers. The stress of caregiving, and isolation that caregivers experience can further […]

  • The Magnificent Seven: Legal Documents for Older Adults

    Elder law attorney Virginia Hammerle will discuss the seven basic documents for Estate Planning, including Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, HIPAA Release, Directive to Physicians, Designation […]

  • Cuidando tu cerebro

    Abordaremos el tema del cuidado del cerebro de una forma práctica al preocupante problema del deterioro de la memoria. La salud del celebro como la salud física son importantes, especialmente […]

  • LOLA – Loss of Life Advocates

    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, […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    What kind of questions do you have about dementia? As a caregiver, how do you survive the journey? Dr. Tam Cummings will focus on how to manage the stress that […]

  • Family Caregiving Across the Generations

    Are you struggling to keep up with your own life while caring for a loved one? Are you caught in the middle - responsible for an older adult and children?  […]

  • Understanding Dementia

    Nestor H. Praderio, MD will present an overview of the key signs and symptoms of this syndrome. He will also detail the various forms and causes of dementia. Caregivers are […]

  • When Decisions Are Left Undecided

    Advance care planning, also known as end-of-life and healthcare planning, empowers people to make decisions about the care they want to receive when they can no longer speak for themselves. […]

  • Managing Caregiver Grief During and After Caregiving

    Caregivers experience multiple forms of grief, including the slowly losing the person they are caring for, mourning immediately upon their death, and long-term grief that still periodically affects them years […]

  • Understanding Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

    Please join Laurie McFarren, MEdL as she provides an overview of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. In addition to sharing helpful tips on how to […]

  • When Caregiving Ends, How Do I Move On

    Caregiving is a journey that changes when a care recipient’s health declines. This session focuses on dealing with anticipatory grief, caregiver isolation, how to replace time spent on caregiving tasks […]

  • Rules of The Road for FTD and Dementia Care

    This webinar will discuss some basic rules of the road when caring for someone with dementia , including FTD. Help keep your person safe and yourself sane by remembering a […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    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 […]

  • Effectively Engaging with Medical Professionals

    Presentation will include a brief overview (medical training systems, paperwork standards, and logistical limitations), followed by practitioner-informed communication strategies that engage medical professionals effectively and a brief Q&A. ***Sponsored by […]

  • Dear Lucy: Guilt and self-care

    Caregiving comes with a complex set of emotions and one big one is guilt. Guilt occurs frequently because caregivers’ expectations are often unrealistic. The session will explore what is guilt, […]

  • Conceptos básicos de Medicare

    ¿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. […]

  • How to Overcome Nagging Caregiver Self-Doubts

    Nearly all family caregivers encounter new challenges. Some face them with the confidence they can learn to handle them. Others, however, are wracked with self-doubts and fears of failure that […]

  • Medicare & Help with Medicare Costs

    Medicare Open Enrollment is from October 15 to December 7, 2024. Learn about Medicare changes that will be effective January 1, 2025. Be prepared to make informed choices through this […]

  • Mastering Mindful Self Care

    Self-care speaks about physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual balance, which helps to avoid burnout and stay energized. Taking time out to meet your own needs helps to reduce stress and […]

  • Entendiendo qué es una Evaluación de Capacidad

    Únase a la Dra. Liliana Oakes, ella hablara sobre una evaluación de capacidad para las personas con deterioro cognitivo y por qué son necesarias. También compartirá la diferencia entre las […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    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 […]

  • Caregiving and the Holidays: Practical Tips for Thriving

    The holiday season can be a challenging time for caregivers. In this session, Paula Hill and Zanda Hilger will share practical tips to help you navigate the festivities while maintaining […]

  • Tips for Managing Caregiver Stress

    We often know what we need to do, but it’s hard to practice – and this is a good time of the year for a reminder! Join us for a […]

  • Grief and the Holidays

    Join us for a compassionate and informative presentation on navigating the complexities of grief during the holiday season. Learn practical coping strategies, emotional management techniques, and ways to support loved […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    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 […]

  • Toileting, Urinary Incontinence and Dementia

    The session will focus on what factors contribute to incontinence issues experienced by individuals with dementia. Tips on why this may happen and how to manage these challenges. Lucy will […]

  • Una guía como vivir con la enfermedad de Alzheimer

    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 […]

  • How to Boost Caregiver Self-Confidence

    Inexperienced family caregivers are often unsure about how to fulfill their new roles. But even seasoned caregivers may be wracked with self-doubts and low self-esteem about their capabilities. In this […]

  • A Series of Emotions: How to Cope with Fear

    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 […]

  • A Series of Emotions: How to Deal with Anger

    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 […]

  • Caregiver Guilt and Distorted Thinking

    Feelings of guilt and other distorted thoughts are common for caregivers. Please join Jamie Cobb CAEd to identify different types of caregiver guilt and twisted thoughts and how to break the guilt cycle and “untwist” and reframe thoughts.  

  • A Series of Emotions: How to Handle Uncertainty

    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 feelings and experiences, along with practical tips and answers to your questions. At the end of this […]

  • El estrés y el regalo que nos brinda

    Acompáñenos con el doctor Mario Siervo, nos compartirá cómo el estrés nos afecta y cómo podemos tomar medidas para disminuir el impacto que tiene en nosotros.  Él proporcionará consejos prácticos para Tomar su Oxígeno Primero.  

  • A Series of Emotions: How to Process Sadness

    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 feelings and experiences, along with practical tips and answers to your questions. At the end of this […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    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**    

  • You Have the Power to Reduce your Risk for Falling!

    Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented—and you have the power to reduce your risk. We will talk about how your body, brain, and environment can create potential risks and then provide you with some solutions to lower those risks. **Sponsored by […]

  • Una guía como vivir con la enfermedad de Alzheimer

    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 a lo largo de las etapas de evolución de la enfermedad. Obtenga un mejor entendimiento sobre la enfermedad de Alzheimer y sus desafíos tanto desde […]

  • When Enough is Enough: Setting boundaries as a Caregiver

    As a caregiver, it is important to recognize when you need support and to set limits. Join Dear Lucy as she focuses on what it means to set boundaries, and why it is important to do so. She will share strategies on how to set boundaries.  

  • Mindfulness and Relaxation at your Fingertips

    Join Deidre Edwards, author of Toolkit for Caregivers: Tips, skills, and wisdom to maximize your time together, as she talks about how as a caregiver, you can utilize small bits of time throughout your day to re-center, calm down, and build yourself up.  

  • Older Parents Caring for Adult Children

    Usually, we think of caregiving in the process of aging and illness. More commonly, elder parents are having to provide care for their adult children who may be suffering from illness – mental or physical. This role of caregiving is one that is not discussed as often and brings with it a variety of stressors […]

  • Communication Strategies Across the Stages of Dementia

    This program discusses the common changes in communication that occur for persons with dementia as the disease progresses through the stages and best communication strategies that focus on individual’s abilities, prolonging dignity and enhancing quality of life.  

  • Programs that Can Consider Family Members as Paid Providers

    Learn about federal and state programs, including Medicaid waivers, Community Attendant Services, and VA Aid and Attendance/Veteran Directed Care, that can pay family members. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas […]

  • What We Learned From Hackman: Planning for Caregiving Emergencies

    The tragic story of the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, shocked the world and reminded us that care receivers with dementia and their caregivers are vulnerable to sudden and potentially fatal emergencies. In this highly interactive workshop with psychologist Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., co-author of the forthcoming book, The AARP […]

  • Mindful Solutions for Reducing Caregiver Stress

    Caregivers deal with stress every day. Research shows that mindfulness, the practice of accepting what is without judgment can lower psychological stress. In this class, you will discover mindful solutions that will help you.  

  • Las 10-Senales del Alzheimer’s

    Aprederemos a identificar las senales que pueden indicar que hay problemas que puede resultar en n diagnostico de Alzheimer’s.  

  • From Scars to Stars: Going From Pain to Purpose: A Trauma-Informed Journey for Family Caregivers

    This presentation explores the transformative process of turning emotional pain into a liberating sense of purpose. By applying a trauma-informed perspective, we delve into the unique challenges faced by family caregivers, acknowledging their emotional scars while guiding them toward healing and resilience. The session highlights practical strategies and insights to help caregivers navigate their journey […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    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**  

  • Caregiving and the Struggles with Addiction

    Caring for others can be stress-inducing and isolating. Sometimes caregivers turn to alcohol, substances, and other diversions to help manage the struggles they are experiencing. This presentation will address concerns caregivers might have regarding their own substance use or that of their loved ones for whom they are caring.  

  • Planning Ahead with Legal Documents What do I need and when?

    Elder law attorney Rosemary Redmond answers 20 key questions about legal documents like Powers of Attorney, Directives to Physicians, and Wills, offering clarity on complex topics and the importance of proactive planning. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**  

  • Intervenciones conductuales como tratamiento de primera línea para la demencia

    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 […]

  • Basics to Hospice Care

    Join Terea Midgley as she discusses the basics of hospice care, where she’ll explore the fundamental principles, services provided, and the compassionate approach to end-of-life care. This session aims to […]

  • Nutrition For Successful Aging

    As we age, our nutritional needs evolve, impacting everything from energy levels to cognitive function and chronic disease risk. This presentation explores the key dietary strategies that support healthy aging, including essential nutrients such as adequate protein and fiber, optimal hydration, and the role of physical activity. Learn how balanced nutrition along with better sleep […]

  • Importancia y Desafíos de una Planificación Anticipada de Cuidados de Salud

    Leslie Martinez, Latino Engagement Manager de Compassion and Choices nos hablará sobre lo importante que es pensar con antelación en nuestras opciones de fin de vida, cómo iniciar estas conversaciones con nuestros seres queridos y sobre lo relevante que es una Planificación Anticipada de Cuidados de Salud.  

  • Optimal Brain Aging

    Discover how everyday habits can support brain health and independence as you age. This engaging session from the James L. West Center for Dementia Care offers research-based tips on nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and more—plus insight into the differences between normal aging and dementia. Walk away with simple, empowering steps for a healthier brain and […]

  • You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

    Supporting older adults and their caregivers means preparing for more than just the expected. This session explores how unspoken wishes, scattered information, and lack of planning can increase stress and trauma during life transitions. Learn how to help caregivers and families create clear, compassionate plans that preserve dignity, reduce chaos, and offer peace of mind. […]

  • Ask Dr. Tam Questions

    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**