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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 cases Caregiving may even be detrimental to one’s own health and wellbeing. Learn how to validate your feelings as a Caregiver and listen to other […]
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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 disease, allows caregivers to target conversation to the memories that continue to function. Using this skill allows for interactions with old memory and can lead […]
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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 […]
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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 as a caregiver along the continuum of care and what you need to know to better manage your caregiving responsibilities. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caring for […]
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How to Make Self-Care Tips REALLY Work
Explore how to make self-care suggestions move from “Yes, but” to “I think I can try that.” Using years of caregiver-to-caregiver experiences from caregiver support groups, conferences, Teleconnection and one on one counseling, this is also an interactive session with participants. Participants will be able to ask for help and also hear about what works. […]
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Dear Lucy: How to safeguard your loved one with dementia by creating a safe home environment
Join Lucy Barylak as she takes a look at safety concerns in the home that may arise for yourself and the person you are caring for. She will discuss how to re-evaluate the home regarding safety and steps to take to avoid potential hazards. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: How to safeguard your loved one […]
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Tools to Help Your Doctor Help Your Loved One
Dementia professionals use a variety of tools to determine decline and remaining function in Persons With Dementia (PWD). Families using these tools are able to give physicians a better picture of what is happening with their loved one. Assessing your loved one for depression, anxiety, ADLs, IADLs, Pain, etc., keeps arguments out of the doctor’s […]