Caregiver College

MemoryCare’s Caregiver Education Program

MemoryCare offers a series of six, three-hour lectures for caregivers of people with memory disorders. Sessions are designed to improve caregiver understanding of different aspects of dementia care. The course will be led by MemoryCare staff (module 1-5) with guest speaker, attorney Caroline Knox (module 6).

Course Content

What Is Dementia?

Transitioning from Independence to Interdependence

Functional and Behavioral Changes of Dementia

Dementia and Related Behaviors Treatment Options

Caring for the Caregiver

Dementia and Legal Planning Issues

Caregiver College courses are provided as a live broadcast for online attendance. The ability to access Zoom through a computer, tablet or smartphone with a reliable internet connection is necessary to attend. If you are unable to attend virtually and would need to join in-person, please reach out to us at 828-771-2219 or [email protected]. Related course materials will be provided via email.

MemoryCare is a community based non-profit charitable organization providing care for individuals with dementia and support, education and counseling for their caregivers and families. MemoryCare relies on charitable funds to offer this program in the community. If you would like to donate in support of our program, please click here.

Registration is required. To register, click the corresponding course registration button. For questions email us at [email protected] or call our office at 828-771-2219.

Support Us

As a nonprofit organization, MemoryCare relies on the generosity of individuals, businesses, organizations and charitable foundations to fulfill our mission. For 25 years, we have worked to deliver personalized and comprehensive care, education and resources to caregivers and their loved ones living with memory impairment.

Want to help continue our success?