Compassionate Touch Family Training

Compassionate Touch Family Training Learn a proven approach that combines skilled touch and specialized communication to prevent stress reactions for people living with dementia and enhance the quality of life for those in later stages of life. Tuesday, August 23rd 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Hybrid (online & in-person) RSVP at caregiver@jameslwest.org or 817-877-1199

Communication & Behavioral Management in Dementia: Interventions for Success

James L. West Center for Dementia Care 1111 Summit Ave.,, Fort Worth, TX

Communication & Behavioral Management in Dementia: Interventions for Success Thursday, August 25th 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Online 1.0 Free CE Hour for Nursing, Social Work, and LPCs RSVP at caregiver@jameslwest.org or at 817-877-1199

Dealing With Dementia Workshop

Dealing With Dementia Workshop  A Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers Workshop 4.0 Free CE hours for Nursing, Social Work, and LPCs Do you need help in these areas? Understanding Dementia Managing Problem Behaviors Handling Stress & Find Time for You Problem Solving   This workshop combines a learning experience with a Dealing with Dementia Comprehensive […]

Dealing with Dementia for Spanish Speakers

Dealing with Dementia for Spanish speakers is coming up next month! This program is FREE. Please share this with any Spanish-speaking caregivers you may know! To register, please call 817-877-1199 or email erodriguez@jameslwest.org Lidiando con la Demencia viene el próximo mes! Este programa es GRATIS. ¡Comparta esto con cualquier cuidador que pueda conocer! Para registrarse, […]

Pet’s Are Practical

First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth 800 W 5th St., Fort Worth, TX

Dementia Friendly Fort Worth highlights an innovative program created by Kate Killian, our current Doctoral Candidate of Occupational Therapy student from Baylor University.   We are excited to offer her the "Pet's Are Practical” program.   This program will be offered as a part of our  in-person 5th Street Cafe’.  In-Person – Wednesday, October 5th @ 11:00 – 12:30 The Dementia Friendly Fort […]

Event Series Stress Busting For Family Caregivers

Stress Busting For Family Caregivers

Our Dementia & Care Partner Programs focus on improving the lives and well-being of all those impacted by dementia by teaching the importance of how to “live well with” rather than just deal with the disease. Our programs are provided at no cost to family and friend caregivers. Manage your stress and cope better Improve […]

Event Series Dementia Live En Español

Dementia Live En Español

Dementia Live En Español Walk In Days and Times BEGINNING AUGUST 16TH TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND THURSDAYS FROM 10-2 AT THE JAMES L. WEST CENTER FOR DEMENTIA CARE Dementia live® is a high Impact dementia Simulation experience That immerses participants Into life with dementia, resulting in a deeper understanding of what it Is like to live […]

Kendra Scott Gives Back Party

Kendra Scott - The Shops at Clearfork 5217 Marathon Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas

20% of purchases are donated to Dementia Friendly Fort Worth.  Shop instore from 4-7 pm or online April 5-6.  Be sure to use the coupon code GIVEBACK-DUSXR when you purchase online!  We look forward to meeting you at the in-store event.

On Dementia: Care, Community, and Creativity: You’re Invited

ON-LINE WEBINAR

“On Dementia” Book Series Features Conversations with Leaders in Elder Care!  The Frye Art Museum in Seattle, WA, in partnership with Aging Wisdom and the University of Washington Memory and Brain Wellness Center presents On Dementia: Care, Community, and Creativity, a series of three conversations with leaders in elder care who have published books in 2020 that bring hope, connection, and joy to adults living […]

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