The Changing Relationship when Dementia is in the Picture Relationships inevitably change as dementia progresses. This can be devastating and challenging as you roll through the stages of grief. Let’s talk about the changing relationship, what is normal, and what can be better. Free community series sponsored by: Memory Keepers of Oak Park Place Flyer […]

Progression of Dementia - What Skills Remain Often the progression of dementia is measured in stages that focuses on what skills are lost. This approach does not give us tools to help provide care and support. Instead, we will look at what skills remain and shift our support accordingly by using Teepa Snow's GEMS State […]

The Changing Relationship when Dementia is in the Picture Relationships inevitably change as dementia progresses. This can be devastating and challenging as you roll through the stages of grief. Let’s talk about the changing relationship, what is normal, and what can be better. Free community series sponsored by: Eagle Point Senior Living RSVP with Katie […]

Challenging Conversations “My loved one is making decisions that worry me but when I try to talk to them, it goes all wrong.” Discussing complex topics with someone experiencing brain change can prove to be very challenging. Learn some techniques to help smooth these rough patches.   Free community series sponsored by: Eagle Point Senior […]

The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach As caregivers, we often have snags in our conversations with loved ones living with brain changes. Let’s come together to unravel these tricky situations and discover effective tools that will help on your caregiving journey. Join us and empower yourself!   Free community series sponsored […]

Balancing Risk & Independence in Dementia Care When should they stop driving? How do I keep them from leaving home unexpectedly? When do I need to look for a facility? These questions and more are explored as we talk about maintaining independence and evaluating risk in the day-to-day for people living with dementia. Free community […]

Our Aging and Changing Brains: What is Typical? When to be Concerned? What is normal and when should we be concerned? If thinking and memory problems arise, can it be something reversible? YES! Join us to find out more about the causes of these symptoms, what you can do to improve them, and how to […]

Transitioning Your Loved One to a Community You’ve worked hard to care for your loved one for so long. You’ve made the tough decision to move them to a facility. You may ask yourself, “What is my role now?” What can I expect from the facility? Let’s talk about these and any other questions that […]