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SUMMARY:The Fish Approach Academy
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the FISH Approach\n“People with dementia are like fish in the water. Those of us with healthy brains\, we are up here on land. To truly connect\, we need to meet them where they are.” \n\n🔹 Understand the skills they still have\n🔹 Learn how to communicate with less frustration\n🔹 Build a strong care team for long-term support\n🔹 Create a care plan that fosters trust\, joy\, and connection\nThe real value\, the THING that is going to create change is coaching.\n🔹 Gain access to LIVE VIRTUAL GROUP coaching to practice what you have learned in the workshop.\n\n\nLearn More\n  \nAccess Your Complimentary Video Now
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/the-fish-approach-academy/
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Chippewa Valley Dementia Conference
DESCRIPTION:FOR PROFESSIONALS AND FAMILY CAREGIVERSJoin us for the 2nd Annual Chippewa Valley Dementia Conference! A day designed to offer practical tools\, shared learning\, and a supportive space with others who understand the realities of dementia care.\nSheri Fairman will be presenting the following breakout sessions: \n\n\n\nProgression of Dementia\n10:15-11:15am\n\n\nThe Fish Approach to Dementia Care\n11:25-12:25\n\n\nApproach Matters\n1:15-2:15\n\n\n\n  \nAll attendees will enjoy: \n\nTake-home materials from keynotes and breakout sessions\nDirect access to speakers and exhibitors for Q&A\nMeaningful connection with other caregivers\nInsight into valuable Chippewa Valley resources\nContinental breakfast\, lunch\, and afternoon refreshments\nCertificates of attendance if neededCost to attend: $25Scholarships available\, contact your local ADRC\n\nIf you need respite care to attend the event\, consider using supportive home care or adult day programs. Contact your local ADRC for more information.\n\nREGISTRATION REQUIRED by Friday\, June 5\, 2026.https://bit.ly/dementiaconf26\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/3612/
LOCATION:Chippewa Valley Technical College\, 771 Scheidler Rd\, Chippewa Falls\, WI\, 54729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaking Engagements
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SUMMARY:SHEBOYGAN - Approach Matters
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Dementia – A TWO-PART LUNCH AND LEARN SERIES\nCaring for someone with dementia can bring a lot of questions\, challenges\, and emotional moments. Join us for a free educational series presented by Sheri Fairman from Dementia Care Solutions\, designed to help care partners better understand dementia and build practical caregiving skills. \nSession One: \nWhat are people with dementia experiencing through their senses\, and how can that understanding change the way we approach care? Learn practical tools and techniques designed to improve communication and caregiving experiences. \nLight refreshments will be served\, raffle baskets will be available\, and guests are invited to tour the community afterward.\nPresented by Sheri Fairman from Dementia Care Solutions.\nReservations are required. Call (920) 254-5251 to reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree community series sponsored by: Countryside Manor in Sheboygan \nRSVP 920-254-5251\nFlyer\n\nSession Two: The FISH Approach\nTuesday\, June 30 | 1 to 2 p.m.\nExplore new ways to navigate communication challenges and caregiving frustrations through practical strategies that help create more positive interactions and stronger connections.
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/062326-sheboygan/
LOCATION:Countryside Manor of Sheboygan\, 4228 Kadlec Dr\, Sheboygan\, WI\, 53083\, United States
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SUMMARY:MANITOWOC - The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach
DESCRIPTION:The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach\nAs 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! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree community series sponsored by: Jay’s Legacy Home Care \nRSVP with Sydney at 920-901-7724\nFlyer
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/manitowoc-the-language-of-dementia-and-finding-success-the-fish-approach/
LOCATION:Manitowoc Public Library\, 707 Quay St\, Manitowoc\, WI\, 54220\, United States
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SUMMARY:GREEN BAY - Changing Relationships
DESCRIPTION:The Changing Relationship when Dementia is in the Picture\nRelationships inevitably change as dementia progresses. This can be devastating and challenging as you roll through the stages of grief.\nLet’s talk about the changing relationship\, what is normal\, and what can be better. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree community series sponsored by: Memory Keepers of Oak Park Place \nFlyer\n 
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/green-bay-changing-relationships/
LOCATION:Oak Park Place – Green Bay\, 421 Erie Rd\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54311\, United States
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SUMMARY:FITCHBURG - Progression of Dementia and What Skills Remain
DESCRIPTION:Progression of Dementia – What Skills Remain\nOften 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 Model. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree community series sponsored by: The Courtyard at Fitchburg Assisted Living & Memory Care \nRSVP with Sarah Wells at the Courtyard at Fitchburg (608) 886-6711\nOR Email swells@encorecares.com \nFlyer\n\nOther Upcoming Events:\nOur Aging and Changing Brains: Thurs May 28 from 1-3pm \nProgression of Dementia and What Skils Remain: Thurs June 25 from 1-3pm \nThe Language of Dementia and Finding Success with the Fish Approach: DATE CHANGED TO TUES JULY 21 from 1-3pm
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/fitchburg-progression-of-dementia-and-what-skills-remain/
LOCATION:The Courtyard at Fitchburg Assisted Living and Memory Care\, 5669 Wilshire Dr\, Fitchburg\, WI\, 53711\, United States
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SUMMARY:APPLETON - Changing Relationships
DESCRIPTION:The Changing Relationship when Dementia is in the Picture\nRelationships inevitably change as dementia progresses. This can be devastating and challenging as you roll through the stages of grief.\nLet’s talk about the changing relationship\, what is normal\, and what can be better. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree community series sponsored by: Eagle Point Senior Living \nRSVP with Katie at Eagle Point:  \nFlyer\nCall (920) 843-9499\nEmail katie.neuman@lifesparksl.com
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/june-2026-eagle-point/
LOCATION:Eagle Point Senior Living\, 955 E John St\, Appleton\, WI\, 54911\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T130000
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SUMMARY:SHEBOYGAN - Fish Approach
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Dementia – A TWO-PART LUNCH AND LEARN SERIES\nCaring for someone with dementia can bring a lot of questions\, challenges\, and emotional moments. Join us for a free educational series presented by Sheri Fairman from Dementia Care Solutions\, designed to help care partners better understand dementia and build practical caregiving skills.Session Two: The FISH Approach\nExplore new ways to navigate communication challenges and caregiving frustrations through practical strategies that help create more positive interactions and stronger connections. \nLight refreshments will be served\, raffle baskets will be available\, and guests are invited to tour the community afterward.\nPresented by Sheri Fairman from Dementia Care Solutions.\nReservations are required. Call (920) 254-5251 to reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree community series sponsored by: Countryside Manor in Sheboygan \nRSVP 920-254-5251\nFlyer\n\n  \n\nSession One:\nTuesday\, June 23 | 1 to 2 p.m.\nWhat are people with dementia experiencing through their senses\, and how can that understanding change the way we approach care? Learn practical tools and techniques designed to improve communication and caregiving experiences.
URL:https://dementiacaresolutions.org/event/63026-sheboygan/
LOCATION:Countryside Manor of Sheboygan\, 4228 Kadlec Dr\, Sheboygan\, WI\, 53083\, United States
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