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  • Cargiving During COVID-19 Series: 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 […]

  • Who cares for the Caregiver

    Caregivers – you find yourself as lead control center or life coordinator for your loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Dementia. You become nurse, cook, physical therapist, accountant, counselor, […]

  • Difficult Behaviours

    Caregiving During COVID-19 Series: Anger

    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 […]

  • What is Memory and How Can I Keep Mine?

    In this session I will explain what memory is, how it functions, and what happens to the brain during dementia. Exercises for keeping your healthy and normally aging brain strong […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19 Series: Uncertainty

    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 […]

  • The Pride of Caring: Caregiving Wasn’t on My Bucket List!

    Are you feeling unprepared for your caregiving role? We’ll focus on dealing with resentment and anger, navigating the health system as an LGBT caregiver, and the importance of LGBT-friendly aging […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19 Series: Sadness

    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 […]

  • The Pride of Caring: Life After Caregiving

    Join this important conversation about creating new social networks, aging-in-place, and looking forward. CaregiverTeleconnection · Pride Of Caring Series: Life After Caregiving Jan 28  

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • ¿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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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  

  • Difficult Behaviours

    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  

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    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Difficult Behaviours

    Caregiving During COVID-19: How to Deal with Anger

    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 […]

  • The Nine Dementias

    This session will review the nine most common forms of dementia and their domains, along with the clinical features of type. By removing dementias from the list that a loved […]

  • Cargiving During COVID-19: How to Handle Uncertainty

    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 […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: Mental Health & COVID-19

    A pandemic has implications on our mental health. Addictive health behaviors like drinking alcohol and overeating are on the rise. This session will focus on addiction, healthy coping behaviors, and resilience.

  • The Trouble with Adult Siblings

    Caregiving for an aging parent is difficult enough, but when adult siblings argue over the extent of a parent’s condition and needs, the caregiving plan, and who should be in charge, it makes caregiving harder and more frustrating. Those sibling bonds may become so frayed during caregiving that those relationships are weakened forever afterwards. Barry […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: How to Process Sadness

    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 […]

  • ZOOM – Healthy Eating for Diabetes

    June Jacobs RN, will introduce the basics of nutrition and outline meal planning for those seeking control of blood sugar, meet targets for blood pressure, and support a healthy weight. Diabetes meal planning applies to the general population for optimal health, wellbeing and longevity. Questions are welcome!

  • Understanding the impact of Diabetes

    Did you know? Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in US adults. Did you know it's also largely preventable? According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), early detection, timely […]

  • How to Stage Your Loved One

    This session will share how to use the Dementia Behavioral Assessment Tool, the FTD Staging Tool, ADL and IADL Staging Tools to assist your doctor in understanding how advanced your […]

  • Home Care: Can I Be Paid as a Caregiver and What Home Based Services are Available?

    Learn about federal and state-level policies and restrictions to paid family caregivers. How do states differ? Define types of home based services that may be available and how to apply for them. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**   CaregiverTeleconnection · Home Care: Can I Be Paid as a Caregiver and What Home […]

  • The New Normal: Tips for Caregivers

    How do pandemics end? Are we there yet? In our new normal, some caregiving responsibilities are becoming more challenging. This session will address how to find balance in our new […]

  • Hurricane Preparedness: Tips for Caregivers

    The 2021 hurricane season is expected to be more active than usual and begins on June 1st. Join us as we discuss preparedness tips and planning strategies for caregivers to […]

  • Caregiving During COVID-19: Mental Health & COVID-19

    A pandemic has implications on our mental health. Addictive health behaviors like drinking alcohol and overeating are on the rise. This session will focus on addiction, healthy coping behaviors, and […]

  • Dear Lucy: Why Dementia Affects Balance

    Join Dear Lucy for this interactive session where she will talk about how caregivers can recognize balance problems in their loved one. She will also provide tips on creating a […]

  • Maximizing Medication Management

    Discuss the importance of having a comprehensive and current medication list, including prescriptions, over the counter supplements, creams, etc, for doctor appointments, adherence aids to integrate medication schedules in to […]

  • ZOOM – How to Stage Your Loved One

    This session will share how to use the Dementia Behavioral Assessment Tool, the FTD Staging Tool, ADL and IADL Staging Tools to assist your doctor in understanding how advanced your […]