Take Your Oxygen First!
2019-07-31 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Dr. Jamie Huysman, LCSW, CAP has been a fierce advocate for family caregivers, their rights, and wellbeing for over 15 years. Since 2009, “Take Your Oxygen First” has been an ever-evolving call to action for caregivers to engage in taking care of themselves their own sakes, as well as that of their loved ones. This motivational and informative session will give you necessary tools for you apply to your caregiving journey right now.

Caregiving for the Visually Impaired
2019-07-23 11:00 - 12:00
During our “Caregiving for the Visually Impaired” presentation we will cover blindness sensitivity and some basic caregiving information. This will include common types of vision loss, meeting a blind person, orientation and mobility, and sighted guide techniques. We will also address how to recognize vision loss and questions to ask the doctor.

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Signs That it's Time for Assisted Living or a Skilled Nursing Facility
2019-07-16 11:00 - 12:00
Deciding to move a loved one from home into a care community is never an easy task nor are the reasons for placement the same for every individual. We will discuss the physical, psychological, social and financial reasons one should consider when evaluating whether the move of a loved one is in their best interest. Various types of senior living options and how to assess these settings will also be presented.

Dear Lucy with Lucy Barylak, MSW
2019-07-11 10:00 - 11:00
This month she will discuss how caregivers could and should advocate for their loved ones as well as for themselves within the healthcare system. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey.

Una guía para las personas que cuidan de otra sobre cómo organizar las actividades cotidianas de un ser querido que padece algún tipo de demencia.
2019-07-09 10:00 - 11:00
El Dr. Néstor H. Praderio presentará un método básico para ayudarle a afrontar los retos diarios de la nutrición, la higiene personal y otros comportamientos difíciles relacionados con diferentes tipos de demencia.

Effectively Navigating Through the Healthcare System as a Caregiver
2019-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
From a social worker’s perspective, specifically trained in senior health care concerns, improving communication between the physicians, clinics, hospitals and other entities involved with senior health care.

The Pride of Professionals
2019-06-27 10:00 - 11:00
Join Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW as they discuss how professionals can change the health care culture for the LGBT community. They will share available resources for professionals to help them in their support of LGBT caregivers and clients. There will also be a discussion on the importance of cultural sensitivity in our language.

Las señales que revelan el estrés de la person aque cuida a otra
2019-06-26 13:00 - 14:00
El estrés de cuidar a un ser querido o familiar puede causar problemas emocionales y físicos. Usted aprenderá que las experiencias tanto buenas como malas pueden provocar estrés y cómo reconocer las señales de advertencia para tomar las medidas necesarias.
The stress of caring for a loved one or family member can lead to emotional and physical problems. You will learn that both good and bad experiences can cause stress and how to read the warning signs in order to take action.

Caring for someone who has Cancer
2019-06-25 11:00 - 12:00
Cancer impacts the entire family, not just the person diagnosed. In this teleconnection, Rachel Cannady (Strategic Director, Cancer Caregiver Support – American Cancer Society) will discuss the multidimensional needs of those providing care to loved ones with cancer. She will describe the comprehensive suite of evidence-informed resources that the American Cancer Society has developed for caregivers.

A Community to be Proud of
2019-06-20 10:00 - 11:00
Join Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW as they discuss how to identify community resources and supports for caregivers. Learn about LGBT-affirming programs and services as well as how to have a “cup half-full” outlook.

Hoarding Disorder: Let's not Call them Hoarders!
2019-06-19 11:00 - 12:00
This presentation focuses on why hoarding behaviors occur. Recently included in the DMS of Mental Disorders, 5th edition, more conversations are being had on this topic and it does not have to be a family’s secret. People who exhibit hoarding tendencies may place a high value of importance on an object we may not understand. We will review the origin of hoarding disorder, the implications it has on the person them self and their family, to include public safety concerns.

The Importance of Paperwork
2019-06-13 10:00 - 11:00
Join Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW as they discuss how to create an Estate Plan, which includes a Living Will, Advanced Directives, a Will, Revocable Trust, Durable Power of Attorney etc. They will also share how to create “The Folder” on your smart phone where pictures and important documents can be stored.

Overview of State of Texas Services
2019-06-10 12:00 - 13:00
What services are available for older adults and caregivers through the state. Many of these services are also funded with federal funds.

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Families of choice and of Relations
2019-06-06 10:00 - 11:00
Join Dr. Elliot Montgomery Sklar and Lucy Barylak, MSW as they discuss issues impacting LGBT caregivers and those who care for LGBT elders. They will define families of choice as well as explore how to negotiate family dynamics. Also, they will discuss how to identify and access resources to help in the caregiving role.

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Adult Protective Services
2019-06-04 11:00 - 12:00
Join Ray Kirsch with Adult Protective Services (APS) as he discusses what APS can and cannot do. He will cover the definition of abuse, neglect and exploitation as well as how APS uses the least restrictive options to help maintain individual rights. You will learn about different ways that APS can be a great resource that offers assistance to older adults and persons with disabilities and their families in times of need.

Parenting our Parents...Now What?!
2019-05-29 11:00 - 12:00
Responding to our parents aging: What happens when roles as parents and children are switched because of illness and disability? What are the key issues and concerns? What does Medicare and Medicaid cover? When and how does the family intervene? These and other questions will be explored.

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Safe Medicines: A Guide for Seniors and their Caregivers Series
2019-05-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-05-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-05-02 10:00 - 11:00
Do you have questions about how to manage your medications?
• Are you concerned about how to recognize potential drug interactions
and how to store and remember to take medicine appropriately?
• Do you know how to store your medications correctly?
• Do you know if you are taking your medicines the right way?
Lucy Barylak, MSW, will cover all of these areas and more during series of four 1-hour long sessions, as well as providing information about what to be concerned about if you’re hospitalized, and other lifestyle and wellness issues.

Dear Caregivers: Don't fear failure
2019-05-22 13:00 - 14:00
Many family caregivers strive to succeed at caring well for their loved ones but also live with a fear of failure.They worry that they are going to make a mistake and cause their loved ones to suffer more. They have a “negative bias” in their thinking, focusing more on the one task they’ve done wrong rather than the hundred they’ve done right. In this Caregiver Teleconnection we’ll talk about developing more realistic and accurate measures of success and failure to help caregivers feel more confident and self-accepting.

Los cuidados paliativos
2019-05-22 11:00 - 12:00
La Dra. Liliana Oakes hablará sobre los cuidados de apoyo y paliativos y la importancia de entender estos servicios. La doctora también hablará sobre la diferencia entre estos apoyos y los cuidados terminales o «hospice».

Behavioral Disturbances in Alzheimer's disease
2019-05-14 10:00 - 11:00
Cognitive decline in Dementia patients is progressive and creates significant psychological distress. Dr. Praderio will outline the most common behavioral disturbances associated with dementia such as agitation, both verbal aggression (obscenities, accusation, etc.) and physical aggression (pacing, biting, hitting), wandering, hoarding, sleep disturbances, sexual inhibition, hallucinations, and others. He will also discuss various interventions for managing these symptoms.

Overview of Veteran Benefits through the VA
2019-05-13 12:00 - 13:00
Learn who qualifications for veteran or widow benefits. What are those benefits? How income and assets affect qualification. What forms, certificates and other documentation (ie DD-214) are required? What is the benefit application process and tips on how to complete the form correctly? How long does it take to qualify?

Coping with Caregiver Stress
2019-05-07 11:00 - 12:00
Therapists estimate dementia family caregivers suffer the highest levels of anxiety and depression of any group of caregivers. In this practical presentation, Dr. Tam covers the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety, and their physical impact on caregivers. She also teaches and practices with audience members a number of proven, easy techniques to control and relieve stress.
**Sponsored by VITAS Healthcare**

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Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning
2019-05-01 11:00 - 12:00
The Dementia Conversations program shares tips for breaking the ice and having difficult conversations around some of the most common issues that arise when someone shows signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia. The audience will also be provided with information on accessing the resources of the Alzheimer’s Association.

The Toxic Effects of Chronic Stress
2019-04-23 11:00 - 12:00
Is your brain being overactive? Hard to sleep at night? Millions of Americans are suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder and caregivers have extra worries. Please join for a discussion of why stress has become commonplace and what to do about it, especially if you are a caregiver!

Dear Lucy
2019-04-11 10:00 - 11:00
Lucy Barylak, MSW as “Dear Lucy”. This month she will discuss the difference between normal aging and the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease. This is an interactive session where Dear Lucy will answer questions and have a conversation with caregivers regarding the issues they face in their caregiving journey.

Demencia contra el Alzheimer – ¿cuál es la diferencia?
2019-04-09 10:00 - 11:00
Cuando se emite un diagnóstico de demencia, las personas generalmente asumen que es de Alzheimer y a menudo hacen referencia a los dos indistintamente. Se cree ampliamente que la demencia y el Alzheimer es lo mismo. ¡ No lo son! Mientras que el Alzheimer puede ser la forma más común y ampliamente reconocida de la demencia-no es el único tipo. Nestor H. Praderio, M.D. aclarará cómo la demencia se refiere a un término genérico de los síntomas que impactan la capacidad de una persona para funcionar por su cuenta. También esbozar cómo la demencia, en algunos casos puede ser revertida, sin embargo, el Alzheimer es una enfermedad incurable.

Mental Aerobics: "Brain Play"
2019-04-08 12:30 - 13:30
Learn about Mental Aerobics, which is a program designed to enhance the self-esteem and cognitive functioning of older adults. Family caregivers is also for YOU. The emphasis is on having fun, the cooperative sharing of ideas, and the development of solutions to challenging problems.
