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  • Dear Lucy with Lucy Barylak, MSW

    This month she will discuss how to handle difficult behaviors when dealing with a loved one living with dementia. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions […]

  • LOLA – Loss of Life Advocates

    LOLA walks you through as a guide talking about all the things together. “I realized after losing my father in 2014 and then my husband shortly afterwards, there was no […]

  • How do Caregivers Keep on Keeping on?

    How and why do caregivers keep providing care to a loved one day after day, month after month, year after year? Join this session to find some of the reasons, […]

  • On Becoming a Fearless Caregiver

    Learn how to create an internal climate in your mind and body that makes being a caregiver healthier for you.  

  • A Prescription for Caregivers: Rest, Reflect and Recharge

    Feelings of frustration, guilt, anger, grief/loss, crying and sadness are just a few of the real and raw emotions we experience as a Caregiver. Caregivers often become overwhelmed and isolated in their 24/7 care of a loved one. Nestor H. Praderio, M.D. will lead a discussion on the importance of self care and prioritizing your […]

  • Dear Lucy

    This month she will discuss how to handle difficult behaviors when dealing with a loved one living with dementia. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey. **Continuation from August 15th Session**

  • Simplify Self-Care through Music

    Join Janna Cantu, MT-BC, CFSS as she discusses how she sets “self-care to music to so that your brain outsmarts trauma while your body simply listens”! Her beautiful, evidence-based musical interventions teach your mind and body how to turn on the relaxation response ( rest and digest mode) and turn off the stress response ( […]

  • Recognizing and managing the signs of caregiver stress

    Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, but too much stress can […]

  • Cuerpo y cerebro sano es vida sana: consejos de las últimas investigaciones

    Únase a nosotros para conocer las investigaciones en las áreas de dieta y nutrición, ejercicio, actividad cognitiva y participación social, y use herramientas prácticas que lo ayudarán a incorporar estas recomendaciones en un plan para el envejecimiento saludable.

  • Hospice Care

    If you were in control of your last months of life, what would you want? What would you want to accomplish? Who would you want to see? When life-prolonging interventions are no longer helpful or desired, hospice can offer support to meet your goals and spend your time focusing on what is important to you. […]

  • Cómo cuidar a las personas que padecen demencia

    El Dr. Néstor Praderio presenta una conferencia para los cuidadores de seres queridos que sufren de la enfermedad de Alzheimer y otras demencias. Esta plática animará a los cuidadores a atender de la mejor manera su propia salud, tanto física como emocional, así como la de la persona que padece demencia.  

  • The Pride of Caring: Issues for the LGBT Caregivers

    While many issues are the same for those who care for someone, some unique considerations arise for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people dealing with their caregiving roles. This session will discuss some of these issues, and will provide an open forum and safe space for asking questions and discussing concerns.  

  • Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults: Identifying Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment

    Depression and anxiety can affect any of us as we age, regardless of our background or achievements. Symptoms of elderly depression and anxiety can affect every aspect of one’s life, impacting energy levels, appetite, sleep, and interest in work, hobbies, and relationships. This class will help identify signs, educate regarding symptoms, and explore effective ways […]

  • How to communicate with your loved one’s provider

    Family caregivers have a crucial role to play as partners in healthcare with physicians and other healthcare professionals. But first they need to know how to interact with them most effectively. In this session, we’ll spell out specific methods for communicating information with even the busiest doctors and making yourself a valued member of the […]

  • Do you have questions about how to manage yours or your loved one’s medications?

    Do you have questions about how to manage yours or your loved one’s medications?

    Do you have questions about how to manage your medications? Are you concerned about how to recognize potential drug interactions and how to store and remember to take medicine appropriately? Do you know how to store your medications correctly? Do you know if you are taking your medicines the right way? Lucy Barylak, MSW, will […]

  • Staging Your Loved One

    Join Dr Tam Cummings as she explains the seven stages of global decline in the dementia process. Understand where your loved one is now and identify what behaviors will happen […]

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    How Caregivers Can Enjoy the Holidays

    Many seniors, especially caregivers, have treasured memories of holidays filled with friends and family. As we age, the number of those people may dwindle and our energy to reach out […]

  • Communication Tips for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

    Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias gradually diminish a person’s ability to communicate. Communication with a person with Alzheimer’s requires patience, understanding and good listening skills. There are strategies that can […]

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    Caregiving and the Holidays: Changing It Up

    Annual session on surviving and thriving during the holidays as you juggle your caregiving responsibilities with the holidays. The speaker will share the experiences of other caregivers about self care, […]

  • Dear Lucy with Lucy Barylak, MSW

    With the holidays approaching, it can get even more stressful at times trying to balance everything. Dear Lucy will be discussing how to make it through the holidays and still […]

  • Take Your Oxygen First!

    Dr. Jamie Huysman, LCSW, CAP has been a fierce advocate for family caregivers, their rights, and wellbeing for over 15 years. Since 2009, “Take Your Oxygen First” has been an […]

  • Boundaries In Caregiving: Preventing & Avoiding The Martyr Syndrome

    Despite their good intentions, many caregivers unintentionally take on too much, putting their own health and well-being at risk. When caregivers develop “the martyr syndrome” and are reluctant to look for or accept help, the consequences can be devastating. Join us for this interactive discussion on how to set limits in caregiving while still providing […]

  • The Second “Coming Out” for LGBT Seniors: Issues in Aging and Caregiving

    Join Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW as they discuss issues impacting LGBTQ caregivers and those who care for LGBTQ elders. They will discuss being open about sexuality with health care providers, and answer questions surrounding “coming out” in long-term care facilities. **Part of The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers series** […]

  • Entendiendo la demencia

    Una descripción general de los síntomas clave de este síndrome. Aprenda sobre los tipos y causas de la demencia. Comparta su reacción inicial al diagnóstico y cómo se está adaptando al papel exigente de un cuidador.  

  • Caregiving Wasn’t on My Bucket List!

    Sometimes life has its own plans that we didn’t anticipate, which can leave us feeling unprepared for the caregiving journey. This session will address dealing with resentment and anger, and how to cope with feelings of guilt and isolation. **Part of The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers**  

  • Experience Conscious Breathing

    Did You Know - Breathing is the only autonomous bodily system that you can control. Psychologists say that conscious breathing is effective for the reduction of anxiety, depression, and stress. In this session you will learn about the ins and outs of conscious breathing and its stress reduction properties. You will be guided through a […]

  • Resources-R-Us! LGBT and Aging Resources and Supports

    Learn about resources to help navigate the health system as an LGBT caregiver, and the important documents you should have handy. **Part of The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers series**  

  • “Aging Gayfully”: Life After Caregiving

    Join us for a very personal discussion on finding joy in the process of aging as a member of the LGBTQ community, and learn about the evolving programs and services that exist to support aging “gayfully”. **Part of The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers series**  

  • When Enough is Enough: Setting Personal Boundaries as a Caregiver

    Setting personal boundaries is an important step in managing the stress of caregiving. This session will help participants understand what it means to set boundaries, why it is important to set boundaries, and strategies for setting boundaries. Participants will hear strategies from other caregivers on this important topic and will be able to share their […]

  • Estrés de cuidador: Cuando un acto de amor se vuelve una carga agobiante

    Las exigencias emocionales y físicas que son parte del cuidado de una persona mayor enferma pueden estresar incluso a la persona más resiliente. Por ello, es tan importante aprovechar todos los recursos y las herramientas disponibles para manejar el estrės. Expondremos cuáles son las características que definen el estrés de cuidador y como se puede […]

  • Dear Lucy with Lucy Barylak, MSW

    This month she will discuss how to handle difficult behaviors when dealing with a loved one living with dementia. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey.  

  • Addressing common issues family caregivers face

    There are many issues that a caregiver will face when providing care for someone. How do decide what level of care is needed? When is it time to look into long term care? How do you help but still maintain your loved one’s independence? Find out the answer to these questions and many more as […]

  • Alzheimer’s Evaluation and Treatment

    Alzheimer’s Disease is the most widely recognized type of dementia and currently there is no cure. Nestor H. Praderio, MD will review the evaluation process for diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease and […]

  • Understanding Medication Safety: Taking important steps to protect you and your loved one

    Understanding Medication Safety: Taking important steps to protect you and your loved one

    • Do you have questions about how to manage your medications? • Are you concerned about how to recognize potential drug interactions? • Do you know how to store your medications correctly? • Do you know if you are taking your medicines the right way? Lucy Barylak, MSW, will cover all of these areas and […]

  • Medicare and Social Security Scams

    Learn about how to identify Medicare  and Social Security scams and what to do about them.   **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**  

  • Understanding Medication Safety: Taking important steps to protect you and your loved one

    Understanding Medication Safety: Taking important steps to protect you and your loved one

    • Do you have questions about how to manage your medications? • Are you concerned about how to recognize potential drug interactions? • Do you know how to store your medications correctly? • Do you know if you are taking your medicines the right way? Lucy Barylak, MSW, will cover all of these areas and […]

  • The Dementia Dialogues: Tips and Tricks to Reduce Caregiver Stress

    Ten Practical Caregiver Stress Exercises. These are easily doable techniques that immediately reduce physical and emotional stress in family and professional caregivers. These tips and tricks take anywhere from 30 seconds to 1 hour to do. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**  

  • Coping With the Coronavirus Outbreak while Caregiving

    Join us as we take your questions and discuss Coronavirus. We’ll address: Feeling a sense of control, Not letting fear take over, How to cope with being quarantined at home, and how to prepare, How to manage your stress and stay healthy, Staying positive and seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.  

  • Understanding Medication Safety: Taking important steps to protect you and your loved one

    Understanding Medication Safety: Taking important steps to protect you and your loved one

    • Do you have questions about how to manage your medications? • Are you concerned about how to recognize potential drug interactions? • Do you know how to store your medications correctly? • Do you know if you are taking your medicines the right way? Lucy Barylak, MSW, will cover all of these areas and […]

  • Coping With the Coronavirus Outbreak while Caregiving

    Join us as we take your questions and discuss Coronavirus. We’ll address: Feeling a sense of control, Not letting fear take over, How to cope with being quarantined at home, and how to prepare, How to manage your stress and stay healthy, Staying positive and seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

  • A presentation on Grief

    This presentation will help bring a clearer understanding of Grief and offer suggestions to help those who are grieving.   Grief outline 32620

  • Coping With the Coronavirus Outbreak while Caregiving

    Join us as we take your questions and discuss Coronavirus. We’ll address: Feeling a sense of control, Not letting fear take over, How to cope with being quarantined at home, and […]

  • The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBT Caregivers

    Nationally, greater attention is being paid to the concerns facing caregivers. While many issues are the same for all adults and those who care for someone, some unique considerations arise […]

  • Caregivers and Coronavirus: Dealing with forced Isolation

    The pandemic has affected the lives of all Americans, including family caregivers. Many of them are more isolated and unsupported than ever before. During this session, clinical psychologist and author […]

  • Coping With the Coronavirus Outbreak while Caregiving

    Joins us as we take your questions and discuss Coronavirus: We’ll Address: Feeling a sense of control Not letting fear take over How to cope with being quarantined, at home, […]

  • Frequently Asked Legal Questions

    Learn answers to the most frequent legal issues which face family caregivers and older adults, including powers or attorney, “living wills,” guardianship, and other legal concerns. Also, how does a […]

  • Enduring the COVID-19 Outbreak while caregiving

    Join us as we continue our discussion on how to cope with the ever changing events of the COVID-19 outbreak. Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot Sklar will talk about […]

  • Staging the Person with Dementia

    Understanding how dementias move through the brain and cause changes in behavior allows families and professionals to determine how much damage the brain has suffered. Identifying your loved one’s stage […]

  • Enfrentando el COVID-19, Consejos y Recomendaciones para Cuidadores de Familia

    Acompáñenos abordaremos el tema del Coronavirus y tomaremos sus preguntas é inquitudes: Mantener una sensación de control, No dejar que el miedo se apodere de usted, Cómo hacer frente a la cuarentena en casa, y cómo prepararse, Recomendaciones de seguridad para sus enfermos en casa Cómo controlar su estrés y mantenerse saludable física y mocionalmente […]

  • Mindfulness for Stress Reduction

    Research shows that mindfulness, the practice of accepting what is without judgment can lower psychological stress. Jon Kabat-Zinn, founder of the Stress Reduction Clinic in a Massachusetts Medical School reminds us that in Asian languages, the word for mind and heart are the same. In this talk, you will learn practice solutions that will help […]

  • Enduring the COVID-19 Outbreak while Caregiving

    Join us as we continue our discussion on how to cope with the ever changing events of the COVID-19 outbreak. Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot Sklar will talk about the most recent updates as well as continue to provide tips on how to manage your stress, stay healthy and take some time for yourself. […]

  • Diagnóstico y tratamiento de la demencia

    El Dr. Néstor H. Praderio repasará el proceso de diagnóstico de la demencia y explicará los tipos de demencia, incluso los síntomas y las etapas. El doctor también hablará sobre las opciones de terapia y tratamiento.  

  • I’m not the Same Person Anymore: Coping with Caregiver Role Changes

    Do your caregiving responsibilities make you feel like a different person? This session will help you understand the definitions of role changes, role reversal, role overload, and role engulfment. You’ll also find out why caregivers are susceptible to role related challenges and learn how to cope with role-related challenges.  

  • Coping with the COVID-19: Issues for Caregivers

    Join us as we continue our discussion on how to cope during the COVID-19 outbreak, and how to safely transition into a new normal. Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot Sklar will talk about the most recent updates and issues impacting caregivers, and answer questions on how to stay safe and healthy in these unprecedented […]

  • Dear Lucy

    This month she will discuss what caregivers can do for themselves during this difficult time. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy May 14, 2020  

  • Difficult Behaviours

    What Does That Behavior Mean?

    The lobes of the brain are each responsible for certain behaviors or reflexive actions. Knowing the normal function of each lobe and the behaviors or changes that occur as the disease progresses, allows caregivers to determine behaviors which indicate the disease versus behaviors which indicate infection, stroke, anxiety or depression. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**   […]

  • Coping with the COVID-19: Issues for Caregivers

    Join us as we continue our discussion on how to cope during the COVID-19 outbreak, and how to safely transition into a new normal. Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot Sklar will talk about the most recent updates and issues impacting caregivers, and answer questions on how to stay safe and healthy in these unprecedented […]

  • Legal Issues for Caregivers

    Carol Bertsch is a practicing elder law attorney, who is well known in her field as a fierce advocate for older adults and their family caregivers. Listen as Carol discusses those important legal issues and documents with which caregivers and seniors need to be familiar.

  • Frontotemporal Degeneration: What it is, What it isn’t and What are the Signs and Symptoms

    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.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Frontotemporal Degeneration: What it is, What it […]

  • How has COVID-19 changed our view on long-term care facilities?

    Aging in America May Never be the Same: A Series What led to the increased mortality of seniors in long-term care facilities? What are the lessons learned?   CaregiverTeleconnection · Aging In America May Never be the Same: A Series June 3  

  • How has COVID-19 affected the LGBT community?

    The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals • Risk factors for COVID-19 among the LGBT community • Discrimination in health care • Coping with isolation • How […]

  • Overview of State of Texas Services

    What services are available for older adults and caregivers through the state. Many of these services are also funded with federal funds. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**   CaregiverTeleconnection · Overview of State of Texas Services June 8 2020  

  • Resources-R-Us! LGBT and Aging Resources and Supports

    The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals Defining families of choice and negotiating family dynamics Issues impacting LGBT caregivers and those who care for LGBT elders Identifying […]

  • How Does Memory Work?

    The doctor said “She will lose her memory.” But what does that mean? This session will explain what memory is, how it functions and what occurs as the brain suffers […]

  • Caregiving Wasn’t on My Bucket List!

    The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals • Feeling unprepared for your caregiving role • Dealing with resentment and anger • Navigating the health system as a […]

  • COVID and Dementia—what are the signs and symptoms

    Join Tam Cummings PhD in a discussion about how the COVID-19 virus impacts persons with dementia. Did you know that the symptoms of this virus show up differently in persons […]

  • Aging Gayfully: Life After Caregiving

    The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals • Creating new social networks • Aging-in-place • LGBT-affirming programs and services • Looking at the cup half-full   CaregiverTeleconnection · Aging Gayfully: Life After Caregiving June 25 2020  

  • COVID-19 y Asistencia Al Enfermo

    Cuidar a alguien que vive con demencia durante la pandemia de COVID-19 agrega desafíos únicos para los cuidadores. Este programa proporciona consejos simples que los proveedores de cuidados pueden poner en práctica, ya sea que la persona que vive con demencia viva en su hogar, en un centro residencial, o en casa de sus proveedores […]

  • COVID-19 and Caregiving

    Join us as we continue our discussion on how to cope during the COVID-19 outbreak, and how to safely transition into a new normal. Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot Sklar will talk about the most recent updates and issues impacting caregivers, and answer questions on how to stay safe and healthy in these unprecedented […]

  • Dear Lucy: How to respond to a love one who suffers from dementia during the Coronavirus

    People who suffer from dementia can become even more confused at this time. There are changes in their routine, people are wearing masks, not able to leave the home, can become more agitated, afraid, etc. How should caregivers respond and what they need to know and do.   CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: How to respond […]

  • You are not alone: Caregiving in the Time of Covid-19

    A discussion on the challenges faced by caregivers as they care for loved ones during and after the pandemic. Share viable solutions, answers to your questions, and family caregiving tips important to caregivers during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection**   CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving In The Time Of […]

  • Caring for the Caregiver

    Caregivers are a noble breed. They are selfless and devoted. They exude compassion, kindness and genuine love. They consistently put others before themselves to the point of exhaustion. In extreme […]

  • Dementia Dialogues: Communication in Dementia

    A Person With Dementia (PWD) is suffering from a terminal brain disease. Understanding how memory works, knowing the type of dementia your loved one has, and the stage of the […]

  • COVID-19 and Caregiving

    Join us as we continue our discussion on how to cope during the COVID-19 outbreak, and how to safely transition into a new normal. Lucy Barylak, MSW and Dr. Elliot […]

  • Caring for someone with Parkinson’s Disease

    Join our talk on Caregiving and Parkinson’s Disease to learn about some of the challenges in providing care that are unique to Parkinson’s Disease, how those challenges may impact you […]