This two-part series offers care partners of persons living with dementia an opportunity to explore an overview of the dementia journey in an interactive and supportive atmosphere. Each live session features a workbook and helpful follow-up resources to support all learning types.
Week 1: What is Dementia? and Adapting to Brain Changes (May 9th)
First in our two-part series, this first-half of this session will provide an overview of symptoms, responding to a diagnosis, treatment and being a care partner. The second-half explores changes in the brain, adapting to change and maximizing brain health.
Week 2: Planning Ahead and Building a Circle of Support (May 16th)
Second in our two-part series, the first-half of the session will talk about common risks people living with dementia may face and how to manage these by planning ahead. We will talk about making legal and financial plans. The second-half will help care partners learn how to recognize stress, manage stress and build a circle of support.
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This session will be hosted on Zoom (with phone-in options)
Zoom session: Once you have registered for the session, you will receive a link with instructions on how to connect a few days before the first session.
For Technological Support please contact the Community Education Team for education@alzheimerdurham.com
Thanks to Amica Taunton and Amica Pickering for their generous support of this education session
