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 one cannot have, participants will be able to ask more specific questions of their physicians and have a better understanding of the dementia process. **Sponsored […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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!
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 treatment, and appropriate follow-up care can reduce a person's risk for severe vision loss from diabetic eye disease by 95 percent. Learn the ADCES 7 […]
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 loved one’s disease process is and to help the family caregiver prepare for the dementia journey. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare** CaregiverTeleconnection · How to […]
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 […]
El deterioro cognitivo en los pacientes con Alzheimer es progresivo y crea una angustia psicológica significativa y alteraciones del comportamiento. Esta combinación a menudo crea serios desafíos para los cuidadores. El grado de los síntomas asociados y el nivel de alteración de la vida familiar, así como la seguridad del paciente, pueden impulsar decisiones sobre […]