Educational Series

A discussion of the book "The Problem of Alzheimer's" with author, Dr. Jason Karlawish

Thursday, December 2 & 9 2:00 - 3:30 pm via Zoom Online attendance only Presented by Mary Donnelly MemoryCaregivers Network Coordinator CLICK HERE to register. NOTE: This presentation is a 2-part workshop with the second date on December 9th. When registering, you will be automatically registered to attend both dates. Symptoms of dementia can create...

Thursday, December 2 & 9 2:00 - 3:30 pm via Zoom Online attendance only Presented by Mary Donnelly MemoryCaregivers Network Coordinator CLICK HERE to register. NOTE: This presentation is a 2-part workshop with the first date on December 2nd. When registering, you will be automatically registered to attend both dates. Symptoms of dementia can create...

"Lifestyle Choices that May Lower your Risk for Dementia", a discussion led by Dr. Stelley Gutman, MemoryCare Staff Physician Learn about the latest research on lifestyle choices including physical activity, diet, cognitive engagement, and other healthy habits can impact one’s risk for dementia. This course will be presented as a live online broadcast through Zoom...

Whether you’re a Caregiver College graduate or are new to caregiving, we invite you to join us as we review and discuss the many resources provided in MemoryCare’s Caregiver College sessions. We’ll highlight the usefulness of these resources and how they can be applied to unique caregiving challenges.

"Assistive Technology: Easing your Caregiver Journey" a discussion led by Emily Danciu Grosso, SimplyHome Sales and Marketing Director. When a family is impacted by dementia, priorities change for end of life care, not only for that individual but for caregivers and loved ones as well. With the desire to preserve dignity and age in place...

Dementia and Driving Safety: When is it time to stop? Presented by Jan Stephanides, Occupational Therapist, Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist, and lead driving evaluator at UNC Health Blue Ridge in Morganton, NC. September 15, 2022 12:30-2:00 pm via Zoom Click here to register. Driving is a skill that requires clear thinking, attention, anticipation and swift...

Thursday, September 22, 2022 2 - 3:30 pm via Zoom To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpd-GgrT0iHtAcJwBEPynnG4AtyhtsD3l3 Presented by Barbara Kenney, MS, BSN, RN, ACM, CCM Director of Care Management with AdventHealth A discussion on the types of long-term care, what the financial implications of each are, how to search for long-term care, and how to make the transition....

September 29, 2022 2-3:30 pm via Zoom Presented by: Edward G. Shaw, MD, MA, Physician, Mental Health Counselor, and Author To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtfu2urDoiHdYCNLpRjIbJOKft4jg8Q5PV A discussion based on Dr. Shaw's book, Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade: The 5 Love Languages and the Alzheimer's Journey.  This collaborative, groundbreaking work between a healthcare professional, caregiver, and relationship...