Gay Wellman
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
ZoomHaving an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Statewide Grief Support Group
ZoomWe most often think of grief as a response to the death of someone close. It is that, but it is more. For caregivers, it issomething that is continuous, daily, often lasting for years before the passing of the one for whom they’re providing care. In the emotionally jumbled, stressful experience of being a caregiver,…
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Caregiver 101: Intimacy, Sexuality & Dementia
Virtual EventConversations about sexual expression among older adults and individuals living with dementia can feel uncomfortable, yet they are essential. Join us for an informative discussion on sexuality, aging, and dementia, with a focus on building awareness, improving training, and fostering acceptance. We will also explore practical approaches for addressing this sensitive topic with families. Participants…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
Having an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
Having an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Statewide Grief Support Group
ZoomWe most often think of grief as a response to the death of someone close. It is that, but it is more. For caregivers, it is something that is continuous, daily, often lasting for years before the passing of the one for whom they’re providing care. In the emotionally jumbled, stressful experience of being a…
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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 about legal concerns that are universal for those who are caring for someone who has some form of Dementia. There will be time for asking…
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Legal Services Clinic
Need help with legal planning? Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska’s Legal Service Clinic offers free 30-minute sessions on powers of attorney, wills, bequests, advance directives and other legal services. Only six spots available each session, reserve yours today by contacting Gay Wellman at gwellman@alzalaska.org or 907-822-5620.
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
ZoomHaving an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
ZoomHaving an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Statewide Grief Support Group
ZoomWe most often think of grief as a response to the death of someone close. It is that, but it is more. For caregivers, it issomething that is continuous, daily, often lasting for years before the passing of the one for whom they’re providing care. In the emotionally jumbled, stressful experience of being a caregiver,…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
Having an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…