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  • Caregiving During COVID-19: The End of COVID-19

    New vaccines can end this pandemic, but there is skepticism. This session will answer all of your COVID-19 vaccine questions. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving During COVID-19: The End of COVID-19 Feb 3  

  • Competent Conversations with Health Care Providers

    Using  effective communication skills helps family caregivers become more competent and confident in their important role supporting their loved one's care.  In this session, learn effective communication skills and how to build relationships with health care providers. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · Competent Communications with Health Care Providers Feb 8  

  • ¿Cómo te sientes?

    Cuando se le pregunta, siempre responde "Estoy bien". ¿Te atreves a afirmar que estás mental, emocional y físicamente agotado? ¿Te sientes frustrado, abrumado, culpable, de mal humor, deprimido, aislado? Estos sentimientos y emociones pueden surgir cuando usted toma el trabajo de cuidado. No hay duda del amor incondicional y la devoción que tienes por tu […]

  • Dear Lucy: Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior

    Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior Feb 11 

  • Cómo hacerle frente al brote del Coronavirus en su papel de cuidador

    ZOOM Presentation La Dra. Oakes centrará en proporcionar información sobre las vacunas disponibles, ¿cómo se produce una vacuna? ¿cómo funciona en nuestros cuerpos? los beneficios, así como para abordar todas las dudas que tiene la comunidad hispana incluyendo abordar la desinformación sobre las vacunas en las redes sociales.  

  • The Survival Guide to Dementia Care What Happens Next

    This series will follow the journey of the family caregiver during their loved one’s dementia care. Family caregivers of People With Dementia are confronted with numerous decisions regarding the care and eventual placement of their loved one. In each session of this series, a critical area of care or future needs for care will be […]

  • Are My golden Years Gone—or Just Rusty?

    Was caregiving on your “bucket list” for retirement? Are you experiencing the adventurous and fulfilling retirement you spent your life dreaming about? If no is the answer to these questions, please join us for some facts, tips, and discussion on how to shake the rust and revitalize your envisioned “Golden Years”! CaregiverTeleconnection · Are My […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: What Caregivers Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine

    Unpaid family caregivers are the largest source of long-term services and support for elders in the nation, but these caregivers haven’t been part of a vaccine rollout plan. This session will address what caregivers need to know. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving During COVID-19: What Caregivers Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine Feb 23  

  • Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia

    Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia Feb 25  

  • Understanding grief and Loss

    Let’s have a conversation about how this past year has impacted the loss process. What should you know, how are the different players helping families through making difficult decisions? Is there anything you can do now to be prepared? LOLA will provide guidance and resources for you and your family. CaregiverTeleconnection · Understanding grief and […]

  • Aging in America Series: How has COVID-19 changed our view on long-term care facilities?

    As we endure the COVID-19 pandemic, and once we have recovered, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health care system is to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care […]

  • Dear Lucy: Dementia and Delirium

    Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia.

  • I’m the Caregiver – What Legal Authority Do I really Have?

    Warning signs of “helpful” family members or friends and of financial exploitation. What happens when a problem is apparent? What are Fiduciary duties under Powers of Attorney? When a court ordered guardianship is warranted or necessary or what restrictive alternatives are options? **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection** CaregiverTeleconnection · I'm the Caregiver-What […]

  • ZOOM – Family Dynamics & Dementia

    The core elements for a solid family unit are trust, respect, caring, nurturing and love. The dynamics of family relationships are complex and confusing. A constant tug and pull of time, energy and devotion to creating a loving family is exhausting. Combine those “routine” struggles with that of caring for a loved one with dementia […]

  • Aging in America Series: What do seniors and caregivers need to consider to age-in-place?

    As we endure the COVID-19 pandemic, and once we have recovered, aging in America may never be the same. The death toll in nursing homes and long-term care facilities has revealed how unprepared our health care system is to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care […]

  • Dear Lucy: The Importance of Medication Managmenet

    Join Dear Lucy for this interactive session to talk about how to best manage your medications. She will cover topics such as side effects, proper storage, the role your pharmacist plays as well as over the counter medications.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Importance Of Medication 3 11 21  

  • Sleep is the best natural thermometer we have

    A substantial body of evidence suggests that sleep and happiness are closely linked.  Join Jamie Huysman, PhD (whether you sleep well or not), to learn how your sleep will determine your sense of Emotional Wellness.  Explore how the role of childhood trauma (ACE -adverse childhood experiences), life’s events and our dreams can drive our own […]

  • What is Memory and How Does the Loss of Memory Affect a Person With Dementia

    This class will discuss the types of memory, how memory is made and used and what happens to memory as the brain begins to be impacted. Behaviors will change, memories will be lost, and time will go backwards for your loved one. Learn what those constant questions mean, how to address the changes for your […]

  • Lighhouse for the Blind & Vision Impaired

    Nuestra meta es ayudar a las personas a mantener su independencia en sus hogares a pesar de su perdida de la visión.  Además, nos enfocamos en ayudar a las personas de bajos ingresos.  Tenemos Cinco Servicios Gratuitos:  Habilidades para vivir independiente Clínica de Baja Visión y Dispositivos Entrenamiento Orientación y Movilidad Apoyo Psicológico EDUCACIÓN para la […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: How to Cope with Fear

    Whether caregiving for a loved one or trying to care for ourselves during the pandemic – we are all experiencing a series of common emotions. 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 around COVID-19, along […]