Holidays can often create discomfort for the person with dementia. Crowded homes and lots of noise can be unsettling and, in turn, create stress for the caregiver. So how do you better manage this holiday season for yourself and the person with dementia? Join us to learn tips for de-stressing and making the person with […]
Dr. Nestor H. Praderio nos guiara a través de las múltiples facetas de cuidado a través de la progresión de la enfermedad de demencia. Compartirá información de recursos vitales para […]
What precautions to take? What advice to follow? What is “safe” these days? Join us as we discuss what caregivers should know ahead of the holidays, and we’ll share the latest news about COVID-19. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving, COVID-19 and the Holidays 11 10 21
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Dementia family caregivers face a special burden in the care of their loved one. In this session, the final year of life and the process of Actively Dying will be covered for family and professional caregivers. Understanding what the body is doing and why your loved one looks and behaves the way he or she […]
November is Men’s Health Awareness month. 39% of caregivers are men, whose caregiving experiences and challenges differ from women. This session will discuss these issues and ways to support male caregivers with practical tips. CaregiverTeleconnection · Men And Caregiving 11 17 21
Mindful communication is one part mindful speaking and one part mindful listening. The process requires a person to be present and to pay complete attention. We will explore how the skills of listening, speaking, and non-verbal communication combined with kindness, attention, compassion, and awareness enhance the process. CaregiverTeleconnection · The Impact Of Mindful Communication […]
Its Thanksgiving and a time to think about the concept of Gratitude and other trauma reductions techniques that allows us to healthily transform and stay safe in our minds and bodies. Hence, like the Pilgrims’ finding a new land, Thanksgiving is a time of renewal and for those of to look at ourselves and our […]
This session will present the newest data on COVID-19 infection rates among nursing homes, and breakthrough cases. We’ll also discuss the new booster recommendations and new treatments for COVID-19 on the horizon. Finally, we’ll discuss what precautions to take during this holiday season. CaregiverTeleconnection · Caregiving COVID Updates And Holidays 12 2 21
Claire Wester is a caregiver for her mother who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Listen to Claire’s inspiring story of how she faced the challenges as well as burnout and what she did to overcome these. Claire and Dear Lucy will discuss what to look for as well as tips on how to advocate for yourself as […]