The Effective Communication Strategies workshop explores how communication takes place between a caregiver and a person with Alzheimer's disease. You'll also learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by a person with dementia and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of Alzheimer's disease. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association.  […]

The Dementia Conversations workshop will offer tips to caregivers on how to have honest and caring conversations with family members about going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving and making legal and financial plans when there is a dementia diagnoses. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association.  This is a free, online meeting. RSVP here: […]

Learn about Alzheimer's, dementia and memory loss in this brief community-focused listening session. We'll review the basics of these conditions, services of the Alzheimer's Association and how we can expand the reach of local programs and services. Bring a friend and share your thoughts about how the Alzheimer's Association can help more people in your […]

Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost.  However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies […]

As a caregiver, you may find yourself with so many responsibilities that you neglect taking good care of yourself. But the best thing you can do for the person you are caring for is to make your health a priority. Join the Alzheimer's Association in Denton for a morning of learning and inspiration as we […]