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5 months ago Elder Care presentation with guest speaker, former Wisconsin Gov. Martin Schreiber

UK Elder Care and the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging are partnering to bring you Dementia Caregivers Week

4 years ago Elder Care: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Behavior is a powerful form of communication, and it is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us to learn how to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.

2 years ago Elder care presentation on care facilities

Presenter - Tonya Cox, Executive Director, The HomePlace
 

4 months ago The importance of sleep for a healthy brain

Sleep plays an important role in our day-to-day lives and has a significant impact on our brain health.

3 years ago Elder Care Lunch and Learn: Forgetfulness

How do we know when our forgetfulness is just part of normal aging, an early indicator of dementia or a consequence of stress and anxiety? Dr. Erin Abner from UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging talks more about memory loss and its causes.

1 year ago Elder Care presentation on a promising potential to reduce dementia risk

The MIND Diet; Promising Potential to Reduce Dementia Risk

Dr. Karen Bryla McNees, EdD, RD - UK Health and Wellness

3 months ago Elder Care workshop on difficult conversations about care and safety with someone with dementia

When someone is showing signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. But how do you start and manage a conversation like that?