Improv for Caregivers blends therapeutic techniques and improvisational comedy games to help caregivers cultivate ease, joy, and flexibility, and feel more hopeful in their relationship with their loved one with dementia. In this interactive workshop, you’ll have fun developing a skill set that helps you communicate in new ways, understand your loved one’s changing perspective, […]

Designed for professionals and full-time caregivers, this course gives an insight into: the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia; ways of communicating effectively and compassionately with a person who has dementia; meaningful engagements into the day and activities in the moment; dealing with challenging behavior; and using a person’s Life Story to build happiness and foster […]

Kline Pillow, elder law attorney with Ross and Shoalmire, will share some common issues and mistakes he sees families make when caring for a loved one with dementia. Come join this interactive discussion and bring your legal questions! Register here for a free lunch!

“I had no idea.” “Everyone on the planet needs to experience this!” “You are an active learner… you walk in the shoes of someone with dementia.” “It’s a true head-to-toe experience.” “There is an immediate and lasting change of perception.” “It will touch your heart.” These are just some of the quotes we’ve heard about […]

Dr. Laura Ferguson, MD, shares her insights as a palliative care and hospice doctor. Come learn about what to expect and what decisions will need to be made as your loved one with dementia nears the end of their journey with dementia. Register here for a free lunch.

Stigma and sexual expression are common issues with dementia, but often don't get addressed because of their sensitive nature. In this caregiver workshop, Dr. Natalee Oliver, LCSW and Gerontologist at McLennan Community College, will share her expertise and tools for these frequent but taboo topics. Register here for a free lunch.

Do you find Medicare confusing? The staff of the Area Agency on Aging are here to help! In this workshop, staff will address common concerns and issues, benefits you may qualify for but not be aware of, FAQs and more. Register here for a free lunch!

Designed for professionals and full-time caregivers, this course gives an insight into: the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia; ways of communicating effectively and compassionately with a person who has dementia; meaningful engagements into the day and activities in the moment; dealing with challenging behavior; and using a person’s Life Story to build happiness and foster […]

Kline Pillow, elder law attorney with Ross and Shoalmire, will share some common issues and mistakes he sees families make when caring for a loved one with dementia. Come join this interactive discussion and bring your legal questions! Register here for a free lunch!

“I had no idea.” “Everyone on the planet needs to experience this!” “You are an active learner… you walk in the shoes of someone with dementia.” “It’s a true head-to-toe experience.” “There is an immediate and lasting change of perception.” “It will touch your heart.” These are just some of the quotes we’ve heard about […]

Come listen to a panel of experts share their tips on how to resolve common behavioral issues with dementia. Register here for a free lunch!

Designed for professionals and full-time caregivers, this course gives an insight into: the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia; ways of communicating effectively and compassionately with a person who has dementia; meaningful engagements into the day and activities in the moment; dealing with challenging behavior; and using a person’s Life Story to build happiness and foster […]