The Caregiver Teleconnection program has one-hour conference calls, at no cost. These sessions cover a wide range of interesting topics related to the care you provide to your loved one. You can get expert advice, ask questions and talk to other people who are also providing care.
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Wednesdays in January (6, 13, 20, 27) - visit full schedule for times
Caregiving During COVID-19: A Series with Lucy Barylak, MSW and Elliot Montgomery Sklar, PhD 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. Most of us lack a forum to discuss these feelings and experiences around COVID-19, which this series will provide.Thursdays in January (7, 14, 21, 28) - visit full schedule for times
Pride of Caring: A Series for LGBT Caregivers & Professionals
with Lucy Barylak, MSW and Elliot Montgomery Sklar, PhD This series discusses the role of sexual orientation and gender identity in the context of identifying resources, services and supports of aging LGBT adults and those who care for them. In addition, policies, planning and hot topics affecting the LGBT community are explored.
Monday, January 11th - visit full schedule for times
Strange Behaviors: Dementia versus Delirium with Dr. Jennifer Arnouville, DO Learn this subtle differences between behaviors that are due to dementia or delirium. Gain confidence with handling some common behaviors in dementia patients, and with recognizing signs that can instead signify another underlying medical problem.
***Sponsored by North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection***
Tuesday, January 12th - visit full schedule for times
with Lucy Barylak, MSW and Elliot Montgomery Sklar, PhD This series discusses the role of sexual orientation and gender identity in the context of identifying resources, services and supports of aging LGBT adults and those who care for them. In addition, policies, planning and hot topics affecting the LGBT community are explored.
Monday, January 11th - visit full schedule for times
Strange Behaviors: Dementia versus Delirium with Dr. Jennifer Arnouville, DO Learn this subtle differences between behaviors that are due to dementia or delirium. Gain confidence with handling some common behaviors in dementia patients, and with recognizing signs that can instead signify another underlying medical problem.
***Sponsored by North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection***
Tuesday, January 12th - visit full schedule for times
Who cares for the Caregiver with Dr. Nestor Praderio Caregivers – you find yourself as lead control center or life coordinator for your loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Dementia. You become nurse, cook, physical therapist, accountant, counselor, chauffeur, activity director and so much more. But who takes care of you? Join Nestor H. Praderio, M.D. as he reviews current data, trends and tips for maintaining a healthy role as a Caregiver.
Tuesday, January 19th - visit full schedule for times
Tuesday, January 19th - visit full schedule for times
What is Memory and How Can I Keep Mine? with Tam Cummings, PhD. In this session I will explain what memory is, how it functions, and what happens to the brain during dementia. Exercises for keeping your healthy and normally aging brain strong will also be discussed.
Tuesday, January 26th - visit full schedule for times
Best way for Dementia Caregivers to handle a loved one’s memory loss with Barry Jacobs, PsyD In this Caregiver Teleconnections by a clinical psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, we’ll discuss the importance of loosening the grip of our own memories of who our loved ones were and accepting them as they are now to best help them.
Tuesday, January 26th - visit full schedule for times
Best way for Dementia Caregivers to handle a loved one’s memory loss with Barry Jacobs, PsyD In this Caregiver Teleconnections by a clinical psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, we’ll discuss the importance of loosening the grip of our own memories of who our loved ones were and accepting them as they are now to best help them.
A program of the WellMed Charitable Foundation
Register online at www.caregiverteleconnection.org
or call 866.390.6491 Toll Free
