Caregiver Conference – Denton

Presented by local aging experts, this program offers tips and strategies for caregivers to address the complex care challenges of Alzheimer's and dementia. Attendees will gain insight from real-life experiences, learn about legal planning, transitions of care, and leave feeling informed, inspired, and empowered to manage care now, or in the future. This program is […]

Free

Neurobics Memory & Brain Adventures: How to Cross-Train your Brain – Lunch & Learn

James L West Center 1111 Summit Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, United States

Doing the same kind of problem solving every day, like crossword puzzles, uses the same pathways and is less stimulating to the brain than learning something new. Learn the best ways to cross-train and change your brain with novelty, variety, and constant challenge! This is a free event presented by the James L. West Center […]

Free

In-home Care and Long-Term Care for Advanced Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Virtual

Providing around the clock care for a loved one with Advanced Alzheimer’s and Dementia can be challenging. This session will review types of In-home services, types of residential care, choosing a care setting, questions to ask, and costs. This is a free, online event presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3qe2DEi  

Free

The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals part 1

Virtual

How is Caregiving Different for LGBTQ+ Caregivers? It’s been a while since we asked this question and learned from the experiences of our diverse caregiver community. Join us for an informative and educational discussion! This is a free, online event presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3oBjala

Free

Sexuality & Dementia

Virtual

People with dementia, often have sexual needs. It continues to be part of their identity. There is a fine line between appropriate and inappropriate sexual behavior. We will discuss misconceptions about sex and dementia as well as learn appropriate ways to manage intimacy and other issues. This is a free, online event presented by the […]

Free

Caregiving with Chronic Pain

Virtual

This session will explore what chronic pain is, as well as the difficulties caregivers with chronic pain face daily. She will discuss possible pain management tools and techniques that are available. This is a free, online event presented by the WellMed Charitable Foundation. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/439hXAp  

Free

Normal vs Not Normal Aging

Virtual

This is a free, online event for family members and professionals. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/43aK9Df Hosted by: North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging & James L. West Center for Dementia Care Funded, in part, by Texas Health and Human Services

Free

We hope this information is helpful to you in the important work you do as a family caregiver.
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