Caregiving 101
Events
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Caregiver 101: Legal Issues with Eric Vang
Come join our guest speaker Eric Vang, the Alaska Legal Service lawyer whose been answering legal questions for the once-a-month Legal Clinics ARA has been facilitating. Eric will share information…
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Caregiving 101: What is Cognitive Testing? Making the Most of a Memory Assessment
ZoomNo single test can prove that a person has Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, but many can give us a good idea. Discover the step-by-step process that helps a doctor…
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Caregiving 101: Dining and Dementia
ZoomThis class focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities that arise during meals for individuals living with dementia. Participants will learn how changes in memory, perception, and motor skills can…
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Understanding Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia is an educational class designed to provide a clear, compassionate overview of how dementia affects the brain, behavior, and daily life. Participants will learn the…
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Caregiving 101: Driving and Dementia
ZoomThis practical class explores the complex topic of driving and dementia, including warning signs of unsafe driving, safety considerations, and how to approach difficult conversations about retiring from driving. Participants…
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Caregiving 101: Dementia Conversations
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska Anchorage Office 1750 Abbott Road, Anchorage, AK, United StatesWhen a loved one begins showing signs of dementia, starting important conversations can feel overwhelming. This program, presented in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, offers practical guidance for breaking the…
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Caregiver 101: End of Life
Caring for someone with dementia at the end of life can be one of the most meaningful and challenging parts of the caregiving journey. CG101: End of Life provides guidance,…
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Caregiving 101: The Power of Art and Music in Dementia Care
ZoomCaregiving for someone living with dementia often calls for creativity, patience, and meaningful ways to connect beyond words. The Power of Art and Music in Dementia Care explores how creative…
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Caregiver 101: What is Normal Aging
Understanding the difference between normal aging and signs of dementia is an important first step in supporting brain health. CG101: What is Normal Aging helps participants explore the physical, cognitive,…
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Caregiving 101: The GEMS – Using Skills That Make a Difference
ZoomUnderstanding how dementia changes the brain can transform the way we provide care. The GEMS: Using Skills that Make a Difference introduces Teepa Snow’s GEMS® model, a practical framework that…
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Caregiver 101: Long Distance Caregiving
Providing care from a distance brings unique challenges, from coordinating services to staying connected across miles. CG101: Long Distance Caregiving offers practical guidance for those supporting a loved one with…
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Caregiving 101: The GEMS – Using Skills That Make a Difference
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska at Mat-Su Health Foundation 777 N. Crusey St. Ste B101, Wasilla, AlaskaUnderstanding how dementia changes the brain can transform the way we provide care. The GEMS: Using Skills that Make a Difference introduces Teepa Snow’s GEMS® model, a practical framework that…