This group is specifically designed for care partners whose loved one has received a recent diagnosis of MCI or is in the early stages of dementia. Get to know other families who are in a similar situation, while also learning caregiving tips and sharing personal concerns and successes. This group will also include practical resources and […]
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This group is specifically designed for those who have lost a family member to dementia in the past two years. Insight is partnering with Capital Caring Health to offer this group. Register
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This group is specifically designed for care partners whose loved one has received a diagnosis of frontotemporal degeneration. Get to know other families who are in a similar situation, while also learning practical caregiving tips and sharing personal concerns and successes. Register |
3 events,Discover practical strategies and proven approaches for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are at risk of or are living with dementia. The NTG’s highly regarded Dementia Capable Care of Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia training - grounded in the NTG’s national model curriculum - is now available online, making participation easier […]
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Join us to meet other people with Parkinson’s and their families as we learn from local experts and encourage each other, and leave with a feeling of hope and purpose that you can get the most out of life, maintain your independence, and continue to enjoy all that life has to offer. This group meets […] |
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Join us to meet other people with Parkinson’s and their families as we learn from local experts and encourage each other, and leave with a feeling of hope and purpose that you can get the most out of life, maintain your independence, and continue to enjoy all that life has to offer. This group meets […] |
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Care Partner Meet-Ups are an informal way for family care partners to meet, chat, and get to know one another! You are welcome to stop in and stay as long as you'd like. Register |
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2 events,This group is specifically designed for care partners whose loved one has received a recent diagnosis of MCI or is in the early stages of dementia. Get to know other families who are in a similar situation, while also learning caregiving tips and sharing personal concerns and successes. This group will also include practical resources and […] |
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This class guides care partners in developing a strong circle of support by teaching strategies for effectively engaging family, friends, and professional services to create a sustainable and helpful care team. Presenter: Heather Suri, BSN, RN, CEO of Pathways in Aging Complimentary lunch provided. Register
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All are welcome to attend this support group for family and friends of those with dementia and other memory impairments. This group allows care partners to problem-solve, discuss issues, and connect with each other regarding dementia in every-day life. This group will also include practical resources and guest speakers throughout the year. Contact: Cindy Oplinger […] |
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This one-hour virtual information session offers a supportive introduction for people newly diagnosed with dementia and their family members. Learn what a dementia diagnosis means, what to expect, and practical next steps for coping, planning, and finding support. The session includes time for questions and discussion in a welcoming, judgment-free space. This session is held […]
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This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for care partners to share their experiences, connect with others going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. There will also be group discussions and educational presentations about relevant caregiving topics. Contact: Missy Perkins at mperkins@greatfallsassistedliving.com |
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Join us for a supportive, hands-on workshop designed for family caregivers, direct care professionals, and others who provide day-to-day support with older adults and adults with disabilities. Walking and mobility Bathing Feeding Transferring Toileting This four-hour skills training will build confidence and strengthen practical caregiving skills through demonstration, discussion, and hands-on practice. Participants will learn […] |
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In partnership with Inova, join this Brain Health and Memory Disorder Program workshop to learn valuable strategies, access resources, and connect with others facing the journey of dementia. Register |
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This group is specifically designed for those who are caring for a parent. Get to know others in this unique situation while sharing practical caregiving tips, personal concerns, and celebrating successes with others in the same boat. Register |
5 events,This group is specifically designed for the unique needs, challenges and experiences of LGBTQ+ care partners for individuals living with dementia. Get to know others in a safe space, and have the opportunity to share personal concerns and successes. This group is led by Dawn Jefferson. Register
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This group is specifically designed for individuals who have received a recent diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or who are in the early stages of memory loss. Get to know others who are in a similar situation, learn more about your diagnosis, and have the opportunity to share personal concerns and successes. Register
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Care Partner Meet-Ups are an informal way for family care partners to meet, chat, and get to know one another! You are welcome to stop in and stay as long as you'd like. Register
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Join us for the third installment of our Brain Health Series as we explore the important connection between your senses and your brain. Changes in hearing, vision, smell, taste, touch, and even sleep can provide valuable clues about brain health and may influence memory, thinking, and overall cognitive function. Presented by Lindsey Vajpeyi, Director of […] |
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Discover practical caregiving strategies, communication techniques, and behavioral insights to help you maintain a meaningful connection and provide the best possible care for your loved one. This program is presented by Lindsey Vajpeyi, Director of Education and Support of the Insight Memory Care Team at Heritage Village. Register by calling (703) 988-4701 or emailing HeritageVillageLIFE@HeritageVillageGainesville.com
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All are welcome to attend this support group for family and friends of those with dementia and other memory impairments. This group allows care partners to problem-solve, discuss issues, and connect with each other regarding dementia in every-day life. This group will also include practical resources and guest speakers throughout the year. Register |
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Join this virtual Dementia Friends Information Session presented in Spanish and learn how to become a dementia friend. Turn your new understanding of dementia into practical action that can help someone living in your community. Presented by Marina Giovannini, Dementia Friends Champion Volunteer. Dementia Friends es una iniciativa global que está cambiando la forma en […] |
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Join us for this morning education event for family care partners caring for individuals at all stages of memory or cognitive loss. This event's sessions include: Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias James Bicksel, MD, Neurologist, MedStar Health Technologies to Support Your Loved One at Home Li-Mei Chen, PhD MSW, Assistant Professor, Department […] |
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Do you have a friend or family member with Lewy Body dementia? Join us for this group to learn more about this specific type of dementia, and share with others who also have loved ones with the disease. Register |
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In this webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Dawn Jefferson, Education and Support Coordinator with Insight Memory Care Center will present on navigating dementia in the LGBTQ+ community. Caring for a partner or loved one with dementia is hard enough — doing it while navigating a healthcare system that wasn’t built […]
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The Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) is an in-person experience designed to help simulate the effects of dementia. A trained facilitator will guide participants outfitted with patented devices that alter their senses while they try to complete common everyday tasks and exercises. The Tour enables caregivers to experience for themselves the physical and mental challenges those […]
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Come have fun and learn all about improv and the power of "Yes And..." The spontaneous and playful nature of improv stimulates creativity, memory recall, and verbal expression, helping to keep the brain engaged. Because improv focuses on the present moment rather than past experiences, it allows individuals to participate without fear of making mistakes, […] |
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Come have fun and learn all about improv and the power of "Yes And..." The spontaneous and playful nature of improv stimulates creativity, memory recall, and verbal expression, helping to keep the brain engaged. Because improv focuses on the present moment rather than past experiences, it allows individuals to participate without fear of making mistakes, […]
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Not Ready Yet: Because the Best Decisions Happen Before You're Forced to Make Them If you've noticed changes in someone you love and aren't sure what to think — or suspect dementia but aren't ready to face it head-on — this workshop is for you. It's okay to feel uncertain or unprepared. But the most […] |
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Join this virtual Dementia Friends Information Session presented in Spanish and learn how to become a dementia friend. Turn your new understanding of dementia into practical action that can help someone living in your community. Presented by Marina Giovannini, Dementia Friends Champion Volunteer. Dementia Friends es una iniciativa global que está cambiando la forma en […] |
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Join us to meet other people with Parkinson’s and their families as we learn from local experts and encourage each other, and leave with a feeling of hope and purpose that you can get the most out of life, maintain your independence, and continue to enjoy all that life has to offer. This group meets […] |
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Care Partner Meet-Ups are an informal way for family care partners to meet, chat, and get to know one another! You are welcome to stop in and stay as long as you'd like. Register |
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