BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dementia Friendly Fort Worth - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dementia Friendly Fort Worth X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dffw.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dementia Friendly Fort Worth REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220502T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220502T103000 DTSTAMP:20260610T151642 CREATED:20210205T052922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T053126Z UID:10004191-1651482000-1651487400@dffw.org SUMMARY:ESSENTIALS OF CAREGIVING SERIES: Tools to Navigate the Caregiving Role DESCRIPTION:The Caring for the Caregiver program supports family caregivers through education\, research\, and practice. We provide classes and workshops for family caregivers to build\nconfidence and resilience in caregiving.\nJoin us for a series of presentations that will provide you with education and information\nabout resources to support you in your caregiving role. \nFor more information on these events\, contact Jennifer Brackett at 210-450-8715 or brackett@uthscsa.edu. \nD A T E S & T O P I C S: To register\, click on the session title.  \nThu\, February 11\, 2021    2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CST:   What to Expect After a Diagnosis \nThis session is a supportive and safe environment where you can learn and share your concerns and questions after you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. You will hear tips from both professional and family caregiver experts about how to manage the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis and what to expect next. Attendees will receive resources to help guide this discussion. \nThu\, March 11\, 2021    2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CST:   Community Resource Fair \nThis month’s virtual presentation is led by a panel of community speakers from local organizations who will help you through your journey. Attendees can expect to from experts who help caregivers and persons with Alzheimer’s or dementia find resources and talk to experts who can explain and give more insight into the many programs offered in San Antonio and surrounding areas. \nThu\, April 8\, 2021    2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CDT:    What’s Covered Understanding Benefits \nThis month’s virtual presentation will examine and try to make sense of what’s happening in Medicare and Medicaid\, including the impacts of COVID-19. \nThu\, May 13\, 2021    2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CDT:   Understanding APS & Guardianship \nThis presentation will provide an overview of Adult Protective Services (APS) programs and understanding the in’s and outs of guardianship  APS programs promote the safety\, independence\, and quality-of-life for vulnerable adults who are or are in danger of\, being abused\, neglected by self or others\, or financially exploited\, and who are unable to protect themselves.  Join us for this informative and interactive presentation as we discuss what you can expect from services provided by APS. \n  URL:https://dffw.org/event/essentials-of-caregiving-series-tools-to-navigate-the-caregiving-role/2022-05-02/ LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT CATEGORIES:Caregiving ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/ut-SA.png ORGANIZER;CN="UT Health San Antonio":MAILTO:masoud@uthscsa.edu. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260610T151642 CREATED:20220406T200124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T202206Z UID:10005831-1651579200-1651586400@dffw.org SUMMARY:Advance Directives Workshop & Funeral Planning DESCRIPTION:Advance Directives Workshop & Funeral Planning \nLinda Abel\, RN & Rev. Phyllis Barren\, Assoc Pastor FUMC\nFort Worth Public Library | 500 W. 3rd St. | Tandy Auditorium\nTuesday | May 3 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nThursday | May 5 | 10:30 – 12:30\nFree\n“People are destined to die once and then face judgment.”  Hebrews 9:27\nWe are all going to die\, but some of us will be prepared and others will not.  Are you prepared? Join Linda Abel and Rev. Phyllis Barren for this workshop on Advance Directives—preparing and communicating your wishes regarding your end-of-life care.  What about those you will leave behind?  Have you prepared to give them the gift of knowing exactly what you want concerning the celebration of your life\, your funeral?  Rev. Phyllis Barren will give guidance on preparing in advance for your funeral.\nPlease contact the Fort Worth Library at 817-392-7323 or Gail Snider at 817-332-6266 for more information on this event.\n  URL:https://dffw.org/event/advance-directives-workshop-funeral-planning/2022-05-03/ CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Dementia Friendly Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Capture-e1649258519169.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T063000 DTSTAMP:20260610T151642 CREATED:20220406T200124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T202206Z UID:10005832-1651728600-1651732200@dffw.org SUMMARY:Advance Directives Workshop & Funeral Planning DESCRIPTION:Advance Directives Workshop & Funeral Planning \nLinda Abel\, RN & Rev. Phyllis Barren\, Assoc Pastor FUMC\nFort Worth Public Library | 500 W. 3rd St. | Tandy Auditorium\nTuesday | May 3 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nThursday | May 5 | 10:30 – 12:30\nFree\n“People are destined to die once and then face judgment.”  Hebrews 9:27\nWe are all going to die\, but some of us will be prepared and others will not.  Are you prepared? Join Linda Abel and Rev. Phyllis Barren for this workshop on Advance Directives—preparing and communicating your wishes regarding your end-of-life care.  What about those you will leave behind?  Have you prepared to give them the gift of knowing exactly what you want concerning the celebration of your life\, your funeral?  Rev. Phyllis Barren will give guidance on preparing in advance for your funeral.\nPlease contact the Fort Worth Library at 817-392-7323 or Gail Snider at 817-332-6266 for more information on this event.\n  URL:https://dffw.org/event/advance-directives-workshop-funeral-planning/2022-05-05/ CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Dementia Friendly Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Capture-e1649258519169.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T033000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T083000 DTSTAMP:20260610T151642 CREATED:20220306T233821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220306T233821Z UID:10005816-1652326200-1652344200@dffw.org SUMMARY:Senior Synergy Expo DESCRIPTION:Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley invites you to the 2022 Senior Synergy Expo. Come learn about the services available in Tarrant County that will empower seniors\, family members\, and caregivers to live a healthier lifestyle. \nFREE: Admission ? Health Screenings ? Workshops ? Parking ? Lunch* (To guarantee FREE box lunch & FREE parking\, registration form must be received no later than Monday April 25\, 2022.) \nREGISTER ENGLISH  \nREGISTER SPANISH \n  URL:https://dffw.org/event/senior-synergy-expo/ CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Dementia Friendly Community,Health Fair,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/senior-synergy-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T113000 DTSTAMP:20260610T151642 CREATED:20220427T003635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T003635Z UID:10005849-1652949000-1652959800@dffw.org SUMMARY:Wichita Falls Caregiver Connect DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 19 at 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. CT \nPark Place Christian Church \n4400 Call Field Road \nWichita Falls\, TX 76308 \nConnect in person with other caregivers for an afternoon of fellowship\, fun\, and insight. This event is designed to teach you tips and tools for taking better care of yourself and your loved one with dementia. There is no charge to attend. \nRegister Here URL:https://dffw.org/event/wichita-falls-caregiver-connect/ CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Dementia Friendly Community,Stress Management,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/5.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR