Join Dear Lucy for this interactive discussion focusing on the different behaviors that occur when someone with dementia is experiencing hallucinations or paranoia. She will share tips on why this happens as well as how to manage and cope with the behaviors. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia And Paranoia April 14
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
Family caregivers often benefit from developing guiding principles to help them remain positive even when mired in day-to-day caregiving details. In this interactive workshop with Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., a psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, we’ll discuss 5 possible principles, including reflecting on the many good things caregivers do, being grateful for […]
¿Cuáles son las diferencias y los beneficios entre los dos, que califica a un paciente para hospicio/cuidados paliativos? Únase a esta presentación con Gilbert Cortez, RN-enfermero registrado con la agencia de hospicio Guiding Light, el hablara sobre lo que necesita saber sobre estos diferentes tipos de atención.
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed many problems in our healthcare system, especially in long term care settings. Many seniors and their families consider the option of long-term care at some point, but the pandemic has made us rethink those options. In addition to long-term care, some are considering aging-in-place, or living with relatives if they can. […]
In life we though that IQ, Intelligence Quotient was the standard bearer on how well we did in life. This is a myth that has been handed down for years. There are brilliant people who never get to accomplish their goals in life no matter how intelligence they are. Overtime, we came to understand that […]
We’ve all struggled during these past 2 years at times, but new research has highlighted just how the pandemic has affected informal family caregivers. We’ll discuss these new findings, and how we can work together to heal our mental health after the fallout of the pandemic.
This session will cover the history, domains and variations of Dementias of the Alzheimer’s Type. Knowing and understanding the effects of the disease on a Person with Dementia will be discussed along with stress relief tips for the family caregiver. **Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**
Learn about federal, state, and local programs and services for adults age 60+ and for family and informal caregivers. **Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection program** CaregiverTeleconnection · Federal, State and Local Services May 9
Join Lucy Barylak, MSW as she discusses what causes delirium and how it is diagnosed. She will also share what signs to look for and what are some treatment plans available. This is an interactive session, so please plan to share your experiences and questions. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dear Lucy: What seniors and caregivers need […]