Dementia Care Solutions

GREEN BAY - Can Happy Holidays and Dementia Co-Exist? Yes!
2024-11-06 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Curative Connections, 2900 Curry Lane, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
The holidays bring joy and stress. People living with dementia experience the season quite differently.
Learn how simple adjustments can result in a merrier experience for all.
RSVP with Curative: (920) 593-3575
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(FREE) Caregiver Event - OSHKOSH
2024-11-14 10:00 - 15:00 | UW-Oshkosh, 625 Pearl Ave, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
Join other dementia care partners for a presentation by Sheri Fairman, Owner of Dementia Care Solutions LLC, as well as a caregiver panel, resource tables, and a virtual dementia tour. Free lunch for attendees as well as free respite services available through Fox Valley Memory Project.
Hosted by: Aging and Disability Resource Center of Winnebago County
RSVP Online here: https://www.co.winnebago.wi.us/calendar/adrc-event/dementia-caregiver-conference
Call with questions or for assistance with registration: (877) 886-2372 Flyer

(FREE 3-Part) OSHKOSH Dementia Care Series: Part 2 - The Progression of Dementia
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:00 | The Courtyard at Oshkosh Assisted Living and Memory Care, 3851 Jackson St, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
Part 2: Progression of Dementia – What Skills Remain
Tuesday, Nov 19 from 1-2PM
Learn a new and improved approach to understanding dementia progression through focusing on what skills remain, as opposed to skills lost. Gain insight into what a person with memory loss experiences and discover how to better support your loved one.

Part 3: The Language of Love: Become a Better Communicator
Tuesday, Dec 17 from 1-2PM

As care partners, we may experience communication snags with our loved one with dementia. Together we will untangle these challenging situations and explore new tools to help in your caregiving journey.

Free community series sponsored by: The Courtyard at Oshkosh
Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with The Courtyard at Oshkosh
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Part 1: Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Tuesday, Oct 29 from 1-2PM
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 know if it’s something more serious.

MANITOWOC - Can Happy Holidays and Dementia Co-Exist? Yes!
2024-11-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Felician Village, 1635 S. 21st St, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
The holidays bring joy and stress. People living with dementia experience the season quite differently.
Learn how simple adjustments can result in a merrier experience for all.
RSVPs Appreciated: (920) 684-7171 ext 329
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(FREE 3-Part) OSHKOSH Dementia Care Series: Part 3
2024-12-17 13:00 - 14:00 | The Courtyard at Oshkosh Assisted Living and Memory Care, 3851 Jackson St, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
Part 3: The Language of Love: Become a Better Communicator
Tuesday, Dec 17 from 1-2PM

As care partners, we may experience communication snags with our loved one with dementia. Together we will untangle these challenging situations and explore new tools to help in your caregiving journey.

Free community series sponsored by: The Courtyard at Oshkosh
Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with The Courtyard at Oshkosh
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Part 1: Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Tuesday, Oct 29 from 1-2PM
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 know if it’s something more serious.

Part 2: Progression of Dementia – What Skills Remain
Tuesday, Nov 19 from 1-2PM
Learn a new and improved approach to understanding dementia progression through focusing on what skills remain, as opposed to skills lost. Gain insight into what a person with memory loss experiences and discover how to better support your loved one.

GREEN BAY - Our Aging Brain
2025-01-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Caretta Senior Living, 1780 Servant Way, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Thurs, Jan 16, 2025 from 2-3pm | Refreshments will be provided
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 know if it’s something more serious.

Free community series sponsored by: Caretta Bellevue
Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with Caretta at (920) 504-3443
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GREEN BAY - Balancing Risk and Independence
2025-02-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Caretta Senior Living, 1780 Servant Way, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
Balancing Risk & Independence in Dementia Care
Tue, Feb 18, 2025 from 2-3PM | Refreshments Provided
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 series sponsored by: Caretta Bellevue
RSVP (920) 504-3443 RSVP
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GREEN BAY - Understanding and Responding to Expressions of Unmet Needs
2025-02-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Curative Connections, 2900 Curry Lane, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
A-B-C- “All Behavior is Communication”
We all express our needs through words or actions. When dementia is in the picture, it can be harder to find the right, or any, words to communicate unmet needs. As care partners, we need to get curious about what people living with brain change are trying to express.
What unmet need can we help to meet? In this workshop we discuss the tools we need to better respond to expressions.
RSVP with Curative: (920) 593-3575
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VIRTUAL - Balancing Risk & Independence in Dementia Care
2025-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 | WI
Balancing Risk & Independence in Dementia Care
Tues, March 4 from 10-11am
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.
RSVP:
Online or Call 800-272-3900
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3rd Annual **FREE** Brain Awareness Event
2025-03-13 14:00 - 19:00 | Brown County STEM Innovation Center, 2019 Technology Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
Take Charge of Your Brain – It’s Kind of a Big Deal
The 3rd Annual Brain Awareness takes place during the annual global campaign. It aims to promote public interest and support for brain science. Every March, partners organize various activities and provide resources to share the wonders of the brain and demonstrate the impact of brain science on our everyday lives.
This year we are hosting our **free** 3rd Annual Brain Awareness Event at the Brown County STEM Innovation Center.

Event Timeline:

2pm: Doors Open & Registration
2:30pm-3:15pm: Celestial Sound Meditation
3:30pm-4:15pm: Dementia Care Solutions & the Brain Center present “Our Aging Brains: What’s Typical and When to be Concerned”
4:15pm-4:45pm: Movement Break with Rock Steady Boxing
4:45pm-5:30pm: Cooking Demonstration with The Farmacy
5:30pm-6:00pm: Movement Break with Empowered by Movement
6:15pm-7pm: Treble Alliance – Irish Dancers

We also are excited to welcome back Grounded Cafe Food Truck!
Free event for the entire family!
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SUAMICO - Our Aging Brain
2025-03-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Ss Edward & Isidore, 3667 Flintville Rd, Suamico, WI, 54313, United States
Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Mon, Mar 17, 2025 from 10:30-11:30am
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 know if it’s something more serious.

Free community series sponsored by: Care Patrol
RSVP with Ss Edward & Isidore (920) 865-7844
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MENASHA - Our Aging Brain (3-Part Series, #1)
2025-03-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Brin Hall at Oak Park Place Menasha, 2205 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI, 54915, United States
Part 1: Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Tues, Mar 18, 2025 from 3-4pm | Refreshments will be provided
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 know if it’s something more serious.

Free community series sponsored by: Oak Park Place
Part 2: April 15
Part 3: May 20
Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with Oak Park Place (920) 702-0000
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GREEN BAY - The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach
2025-03-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Caretta Senior Living, 1780 Servant Way, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: This Fish Approach
Thursday, March 20 – at 2pm
As care partners, we can find ourselves in communication snags with our loved one with dementia.
Together we will untangle these challenging situations and explore new tools to help in your caregiving journey.
Free community series sponsored by: Caretta Bellevue
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RSVP Today! Call Caretta at (920) 504-3443

BURLINGTON- Our Aging Brain (3-Part Series, #1)
2025-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Oak Park Place – Burlington, 1700 S. Teut Road, Burlington, WI, 53105, United States
Part 1: Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Wed, Apr 9 from 2-3PM
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 know if it’s something more serious.
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Part 2: Progression of Dementia – What Skills Remain
Wed, May 14 from 2-3PM
Learn a new and improved approach to understanding dementia progression through focusing on what skills remain, as opposed to skills lost. Gain insight into what a person with memory loss experiences and discover how to better support your loved one.
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Part 3: The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach
Wed, June 11 from 2-3PM

As care partners, we may experience communication snags with our loved one with dementia. Together we will untangle these challenging situations and explore new tools to help in your caregiving journey.

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——-Free community series sponsored by: Oak Park Place Burlington

Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with Oak Park Place Burlington:
Call (262) 758-6782 or Email burlingtonsales@oakparkplace.com

GREEN BAY - 5 week Care Partner Support Series
2025-04-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Home Instead, 901 Anderson Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States
FREE 5-Week Series
Care Partner Support Series

For people caring for someone living with dementia
90 Minute Sessions * Once a Week * For Five Weeks
Wednesdays, April 9th – May 7th
4 – 5:30 PM
Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Held at:
Home Instead
901 Anderson Dr., Green Bay, WI 54304
Sessions Include:

Video clips featuring Teepa Snow
Interactive activities and discussions
Post-session resources

Weekly Topics Include:

Understanding and accepting Dementia
Common brain changes and supportive techniques
Sensory changes – increasing awareness and understanding impact
Person-centered problem solving
Techniques to reduce distress

Please Know:

This is a series and each session builds upon the previous one. It is best to attend all 5 sessions.
Attendees are encouraged to share what they have learned about dementia and caregiving.
All attendees will be asked to keep personal stories they hear confidential.

FREE thanks to the generous sponsorship of Home Instead.

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RSVP with Home Instead:
Call Denise at (920) 965-1600 or Email Denise.Stodola@homeinstead.com

MENASHA - Balancing Risk and Independence (3-Part Series, #2)
2025-04-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Brin Hall at Oak Park Place Menasha, 2205 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI, 54915, United States
Part 2: Balancing Risk & Independence in Dementia Care
Tues, April 15 from 3-4pm
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 series sponsored by: Oak Park Place
Part 1: March 18 : Balancing Risk and Independence from 2-3pm
Part 3: May 20
Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with Oak Park Place (920) 702-0000
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GREEN BAY - Care Partner Support Series (Week 2)
2025-04-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Home Instead, 901 Anderson Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States

GREEN BAY - Care Partner Support Series (Week 3)
2025-04-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Home Instead, 901 Anderson Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States

GREEN BAY - Care Partner Support Series (Week 4)
2025-04-30 16:00 - 17:30 | Home Instead, 901 Anderson Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States

WAUKESHA - Understanding Dementia in a New Light
2025-05-02 15:30 - 16:30 | Avalon Square, 222 Park Place, Waukesha, WI, 53186, United States
Often times dementia progression is measured in stages and focuses on skills that are lost. This approach lacks beneficial tools to help provide care and support. There is a better way to understand the progression of the disease by looking at what skills remain. With Teepa Snow’s GEMS State Model, attendees will gain insight into the experience of the person with brain changes and shift their support accordingly.

WI DELLS - Wisconsin State Conference
2025-05-05 - 2025-05-06 | Kalahari Resorts & Conventions – Wisconsin Dells, 1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965, United States
Annual State Conference
Monday, May 5 from 8am-6pm and Tuesday, May 6 from at 7-2pm
Held annually, the Wisconsin State Conference attracts hundreds of professional and family care providers and is one of the largest and most comprehensive statewide conferences dedicated to Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Join us for two days packed of networking and education opportunities.
Sheri with Dementia Care Solutions will be presenting Workshop 104 and a Panel Member of Workshop 304.
Workshop 104 (Intermediate) Get Curious! Find Meaning Behind Behaviors in Dementia
Monday, May 5th from 10:30-11:30am
We are NOT behavior stoppers! We are UNMET NEEDS meet-ers. We all express our needs through words or actions. When dementia is in the picture, it can be harder to find the right, or any, words to communicate unmet needs. As care partners, we need to get curious about what people living with brain change are trying to express. What unmet need can we help to meet?
Workshop 304 Panel of Experts: Mastering the Skill in Asking for Help
Monday, May 5th from 3:30-4:30pm
Asking for help as a caregiver is not easy. Let this team of experts give you some tips on mastering the skill in asking for help.
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Learn More and RSVP Today!

GREEN BAY - Care Partner Support Series (Week 5)
2025-05-07 16:00 - 17:30 | Home Instead, 901 Anderson Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States

BURLINGTON- Progression of Dementia (3-Part Series, #2)
2025-05-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Oak Park Place – Burlington, 1700 S. Teut Road, Burlington, WI, 53105, United States
Part 2: Progression of Dementia – What Skills Remain
Wed, May 14 from 2-3PM
Learn a new and improved approach to understanding dementia progression through focusing on what skills remain, as opposed to skills lost. Gain insight into what a person with memory loss experiences and discover how to better support your loved one.
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Part 3: The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach
Wed, June 11 from 2-3PM

As care partners, we may experience communication snags with our loved one with dementia. Together we will untangle these challenging situations and explore new tools to help in your caregiving journey.

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——-Free community series sponsored by: Oak Park Place Burlington
Cannot attend all three? By RSVPing, you are signed up for all three events in this series, but you are not required to attend all of them.
RSVP with Oak Park Place Burlington:
Call (262) 758-6782 or Email burlingtonsales@oakparkplace.com

Part 1: Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Wed, Apr 9 from 2-3PM
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 know if it’s something more serious.
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CHIPPEWA VALLEY - Dementia Conference
2025-05-20 08:00 - 16:00 | The Florian Gardens Conference Center, 2340 Lorch Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
1st Annual Dementia Conference – Chippewa Valley
Tuesday, May 20 – from 8am-4pm
Join us for a day of learning, support, and resources at the 1st Annual Chippewa Valley Dementia Conference.
$25 // $50 with CEUs (6)
Presentations Include:

Navigating the Noise: Over the Counter Drugs, Commercials, CBD, Natural Aids, and Brain Helpers
Understanding and Responding to Behavior (we are presenting!)
Balancing Risk in Dementia Care (we are presenting!)
Living with Grief Associated with Dementia
Hi and Low-Tech Assistive Technology
The Power of PATH: Passion, Attitude, Team, and Hope

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MENASHA - Transitioning your Loved One to a Community
2025-05-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Brin Hall at Oak Park Place Menasha, 2205 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI, 54915, United States
Transitioning Your Loved One to a Community
Tues, May 20, 2025 from 3-4pm | Refreshments will be provided
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 may come up when we make this life changing transition.

Free community series sponsored by: Oak Park Place
RSVP with Oak Park Place (920) 702-0000

SHEBOYGAN - Navigate the Difficult Conversations with Compassion and Clarity
2025-06-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Countryside Manor, 4228 Kadlec Dr, Sheboygan, WI, 53083, United States
Navigate the Difficult Conversations with Compassion and Clarity
Tues, June 3, 2025 from 1-2pm | Refreshments and tours offered.
“I’m worried about decisions my wife is making, but when I try to talk to her it goes all wrong.”
Discover practical strategies for how to have sensitive discussions – from address safety concerns to changes in routine to difficult emotions – with empathy, and patience. Learn how to manage misunderstandings and foster connection even as memories fade.

Free community series sponsored by: Countryside Manor
*NOTE: Audrey’s last day with Dementia Care Solutions was Fri, May 23, but rest assured, the event is on and we will still be presenting!
RSVP with Alex at Countryside:
Call (920) 254-5241
or Email agilbert@encorecares.com

HUDSON - 2nd Annual Caregiver Conference
2025-06-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Marie B. Blakeman Community Center, 1320 Wisconsin St, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
2nd Annual Caregiver Conference
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 12-4pm | Refreshments will be provided
Registration Now Open!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Dementia Caregivers Conference on Wednesday, June 4th!
After an incredible first year, we are thrilled to welcome back Sheri Fairman, Certified Teepa Snow Trainer, to build on the knowledge and support we shared in 2024. This event is designed to empower and educate those caring for loved ones with dementia, offering practical strategies and fresh perspectives to navigate the journey ahead.

This free event promises an afternoon filled with enriching discussions and expert insights.
Location: Marie B. Blakeman Community Center1320 Wisconsin St., Hudson, WI
*Free Community Education Event**Registration Required – Seating is Limited*
To RegisterCall: 715-629-1888 or Email: a.bettinger@adoray.org

Free community event sponsored by: Adoray Home Health & Hospice, along with our partners in care, Western Wisconsin Health and the St. Croix Valley Dementia Coalition,
RSVP with Adoray (715) 629-1888

WEST BEND - The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach
2025-06-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Cedar Run Campus, 6090 Scenic Dr, West Bend, WI, 53095, United States
The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: This Fish Approach
Thursday, June 5 – at 3:30pm
As care partners, we can find ourselves in communication snags with our loved one with dementia.
Together we will untangle these challenging situations and explore new tools to help in your caregiving journey.
Free community series sponsored by: Cedar Community
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RSVP with Lindsay at Cedar Community today!
Call (262) 365-6601
Or email lsauer@cedarcommunity.org

MANITOWOC - Our Aging and Changing Brain
2025-06-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Felician Village, 1635 S. 21st St, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
Our Aging Brain: What is Typical? When to be Concerned?
Tues, June 10, 2025 from 10:30-11:30am
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 know if it’s something more serious.

Free community series sponsored by: Felician Sisters
LUNCH AVAILABLE for purchase (dine-in or take-out) from 10:30-1:30pm at Felician Village Cafe.
$8 includes brat or burger, baked beans, chips, and a cookie. Proceeds to benefit Felician Village Walk to End Alzheimer’s Team.
RSVPs appreciated (920) 684-7171
RSVP by Email
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SHEBOYGAN - Navigate the Move to Memory Care with Confidence and Grace
2025-06-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Countryside Manor, 4228 Kadlec Dr, Sheboygan, WI, 53083, United States
Navigate the Move to Memory Care with Confidence and Grace
Tues, June 10, 2025 from 1-2pm | Refreshments and tours offered.
“What is my role now that dad is living in a memory care community?”
Transitioning a loved one to residential memory care can bring emotional and practical challenges. Discuss how to address feelings of guilt and relief, adjust to a new lifestyle, interact with the care team, and manage other questions that arise.

Free community series sponsored by: Countryside Manor
*NOTE: Audrey’s last day with Dementia Care Solutions was Fri, May 23, but rest assured, the event is on and we will still be presenting!
RSVP with Alex at Countryside:
Call (920) 254-5241
or Email agilbert@encorecares.com
