Learn how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia and receive activities to apply person-centered care approaches to your own caregiver situation. Attendees will receive the Zoom login information and all programs will be recorded.
Building Foundations of Caregiving | August 1 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Explores the role of caregiver and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress.
Supporting Independence | August 8 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations
Communicating Effectively | August 15 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Teaches how dementia affects communication, including tips for communicating well with family, friends and health care professionals.
Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors | August 22 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Details common behavior changes & how they're a form of communication, non-medical approaches to behaviors and recognizing when help is needed.
Exploring Care and Support Services | August 29 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care and end-of-life care.
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