Many people spend a great deal of time and energy trying to avoid change, which is an exercise in futility because we cannot begin to adapt to inevitable changes without TRUSTING the process. So, this month’s TYOF session is about TRUST and how we, in the words of David Bowie, “turn and face the strange […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]