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Are You or a Loved One Experiencing Memory Loss?  Discover Tools, Strategies and Resources to Help.  The best part is that it is FREE!
  • February 29:  10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia - learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
  • March 21:  Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - learn about the impact of Alzheimer's; the difference between Alzheimer's and Dementia; stages and risk factors; current research and treatments available for some symptoms; and Alzheimer's Association resources.
  • April 4 - Effective Communication Strategies - Explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
  • May 16 - Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors - Learn about caregiver tips and strategies to respond to some common behaviors exhibited by individuals living with dementia, such as agitation, confusion and more.
  • July 19 - The Empowered Caregiver: Building Foundations of Caregiving -  explores the role of caregiver and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress.
  • August 23 - The Empowered Caregiver: Supporting Independence - focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations.
  • September 20 - The Empowered Caregiver: Communicating Effectively -  teaches how dementia affects communication, including tips for communicating well with family, friends and health care professionals.
  • October 18 - The Empowered Caregiver: Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors - details common behavior changes and how they are a form of communication, non-medical approaches to behaviors and recognizing when additional help is needed. 
  • November 14 - The Empowered Caregiver: Exploring Care and Support Services - examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care and end-of life care.
  • December 12 - Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances - This evidence-based course helps caregivers understand the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning and teaches them how to start a conversation about
    finances, assess financial and legal needs, avoid financial abuse and fraud, and find support when needed.

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Friday, July 19 - The Empowered Caregiver: Building Foundations of Caregiving 
40y and up N/A F  07/19/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Village Community Center - Ingham Room - Room 114 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Friday, August 23 - The Empowered Caregiver: Supporting Independence 
40y and up N/A F  08/23/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Village Community Center - Ingham Room - Room 114 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Friday, September 20 - The Empowered Caregiver: Communicating Effectively 
40y and up N/A F  09/20/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Village Community Center - Ingham Room - Room 114 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Friday, October 18 - The Empowered Caregiver: Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors 
40y and up N/A F  10/18/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Village Community Center - Ingham Room - Room 114 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Thursday, November 14 - The Empowered Caregiver: Exploring Care and Support Services 
40y and up N/A Th  11/14/2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Village Community Center - Ingham Room - Room 114 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Thursday, December 12 - Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances 
40y and up N/A Th  12/12/2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Village Community Center - Ingham Room - Room 114 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
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