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, […]
Neurobics Memory & Brain Adventures: How to Cross-Train your Brain – Lunch & Learn
James L West Center 1111 Summit Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, United StatesDoing 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 […]
In-home Care and Long-Term Care for Advanced Alzheimer’s and Dementia
VirtualProviding 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 […]
The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals part 1
VirtualHow 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 […]
Sexuality & Dementia
VirtualPeople 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 […]
Caregiving with Chronic Pain
VirtualThis 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 […]
Normal vs Not Normal Aging
VirtualThis 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 […]
Polypharmacy and Common Drug Interactions in Older Adults
VirtualThe use of multiple medications increases as an individual has more health conditions and as one ages. This has been coined polypharmacy. As an individual takes more medications they are […]
Caring for Someone in the Late Stages of Dementia
VirtualThis is a free, online event presented by the James L. West Center for Dementia Care. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/42fCUIR PRESENTERS: Jamie Cobb, CAEd, Vice President of Dementia & Caregiving Education […]
The Pride of Caring: Issues for LGBTQ Caregivers & Professionals Part 2
VirtualTips on Aging in Place and Finding Inclusive Long-Term Care: An LGBTQ+ Perspective. Most seniors want to avoid long-term care if possible, yet LGBTQ+ seniors are more likely to require […]
Texas Tenant’s Rights CLINIC
VirtualThis is a free, online event for family members and professionals. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3MEghIj Hosted by: North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging & NCTexas Aging & Disability Resource Center […]
Mental Health First Aid For Professionals, Caregivers and Family Members in TEXAS
VirtualMental Health First Aid (MHA) is a groundbreaking public education program that helps the public identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. Online Registration […]
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