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SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia FEATURING ARTFUL MOMENTS
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | April 27 –September 30 \, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nOur September 9th session will feature the Amon Carter Museum of American Art – Artful Moments program.  Guest presenter Peggy Speir will present a program titled Hunting & Fishing \nArtful Moments is featured weekly as part of the Dementia Friendly Fort Worth series for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home. Each week\, we’ll explore different themes with conversations inspired by artists and artworks in the Carter’s collection and share stories and experiences.  Additional Artful Moments dates for September are: \nWednesday\, September 16 – Nancy Strickland – The Color of Fall    \nWednesday\, September 23 – Peggy Speir – America! \n  \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200914T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200914T070000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200711T014933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200711T022307Z
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SUMMARY:Stress-Busting Program for Family CaregiversTM--ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Caregiving is Stressful\nThe Stress-Busting™ program is proven to help Alzheimer’s and dementia care partners through their journey. \nThe Stress Busting program teaches:\n• Stress Management Techniques\n• Relaxation and Coping Strategies\n• Problem Solving and Support \nThe Online Stress-Busting Program™ meets weekly for 9 weeks (Aug. 3-Sept. 28) in a small group online setting. The program is designed to: \n\nImprove the quality of life of family caregivers\nHelp caregivers manage their stress and cope better with their lives\n\nRegistration is required!  Please register with Jaime Cobb at caregiver@jameslwest.org \nPlease register by July 31st to ensure you receive the program materials by mail.  
URL:https://dffw.org/event/stress-busting-program-for-family-caregiverstm-online/2020-09-14/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T060000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200629T133036Z
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SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia FEATURING ARTFUL MOMENTS
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | April 27 –September 30 \, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nOur September 16th session will feature the Amon Carter Museum of American Art – Artful Moments program.  Guest presenter Nancy Strickland will present a program titled The Color of Fall \nArtful Moments is featured weekly as part of the Dementia Friendly Fort Worth series for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home. Each week\, we’ll explore different themes with conversations inspired by artists and artworks in the Carter’s collection and share stories and experiences.  Additional Artful Moments dates for September are: \nWednesday\, September 23 – Peggy Speir – America! \n  \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200918T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T031604Z
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SUMMARY:COMPASSION FATIGUE VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM: Transforming Resilience
DESCRIPTION:No crowds.  Just you and the experts. \nKeynote:  Speaker–Elaine K. Sanchez\, founder of CaregiverHelp.com and author of the un?inchingly honest and surprisingly funny book\, “Letters from Madelyn”\, Chronicles of a Caregiver will demonstrate how developing an “Attitude of Creative Indi?erence” can help you manage caregiver anger\, guilt\, depression\, and grief\, and respond to dementia-related challenging behaviors\, including surprising and inappropriate sexual behavior. \nHealing others often leaves caregivers with little time or energy to heal themselves. The Compassion Fatigue Symposium educates caregivers through interactive professional support and training on self-healing techniques. The Symposium targets those who experience emotional and physical fatigue common to professional and personal caregivers. \nFor more information and schedule\, click the register page below. \nREGISTER
URL:https://dffw.org/event/compassion-fatigue-virtual-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200923T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200923T060000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200629T133036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200807T071022Z
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SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia FEATURING ARTFUL MOMENTS
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | April 27 –September 30 \, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nOur September 23rd session will feature the Amon Carter Museum of American Art – Artful Moments program.  Guest presenter Peggy Speir will present a program titled America! \nArtful Moments is featured weekly as part of the Dementia Friendly Fort Worth series for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home. Each week\, we’ll explore different themes with conversations inspired by artists and artworks in the Carter’s collection and share stories and experiences. \n  \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201001T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201001T063000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T201347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T201530Z
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SUMMARY:Bite-Sized Caregiver Skill Building--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Bite Sized Caregiver Skill Building      30-minute Online Sessions \nclick on each class to register  \nChange Your Thinking: All or Nothing               October 1 @ 11am \nLong Distance Caregiving                                 October 13 @11am \nChange Your Thinking: Labeling                         October 15 @11am \nCommunication in Early Stages                         October 20 @11am \nChange Your Thinking: Overgeneralizing           October 22 @11am \nCommunication in Middle Stages                      October 27 @11am \nChange Your Thinking: Mental Filter                   October 29 @11am
URL:https://dffw.org/event/bite-sied-caregiver-skill-building-virtual-event/2020-10-01/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201003T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201003T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200929T150051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T223937Z
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SUMMARY:HARAMBEE FESTIVAL HEALTH FAIR--VIRTUAL EVENT
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 11th Annual Tarrant county Harambee Festival\, a virtual event for 2020.  The festival health fair is presented by The Tarrant County Black Historical & Genealogical Society.  Registration is required and is FREE \nSessions and Speakers: \n10:00 am     Angel L.A. Adams MSN\, RN\, PMHNP-BC\nTopic: Mental Health & Depression \n10:45 am    Linda Abel\, RN\nTopic: Dementia\n11:30 am    Krissy Feinauer\, BSN\, RN\nTopic: Heart Health \n12:15 pm PANEL DISCUSSION:  SURVIVING COVID -19 \nDr. P. Roberts Harris\, D.O. Rph.\nTopic: At-Risk Populations \nDr. Brian Dixon\, MD\, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist\nTopic: Psychological Impact of COVID-19 on African Americans \nJayn Higgins\, M. Ed\, Licensed Clinical & School Psychologist\nTopic: Domestic & Child Abuse \nREGISTER \nFor more information: healthfair@tarrantcountyharambee.com|or call (817) 229-7778.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/harambee-festival-health-fair-virtual-event/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tarrant County Black Historical & Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@tarrantcountyharambee.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T202515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T215300Z
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SUMMARY:Ask the Experts--Weekly Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Ask the Experts Live on Facebook – Mondays @ 4pm \nWe will be answering commonly asked questions on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and caregiving challenges! Watch us live on Facebook or visit our James L. West Center YouTube Channel later to watch the recordings. \nEmail your questions to caregiver@jameslwest.org
URL:https://dffw.org/event/ask-the-experts-weekly-virtual-event/2020-10-05/
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T060000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200629T133036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T005925Z
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SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia FEATURING ARTFUL MOMENTS
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | April 27 –December 17 \, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nOur October 7th  session will feature the Amon Carter Museum of American Art – Artful Moments program.  Guest presenter Nancy Strickland will present a program on Music. \nWed\, October 14 – Suspended Art \nWed\, October 21 – Color \nWed\, October 28 – Fashion \nArtful Moments is featured weekly as part of the Dementia Friendly Fort Worth series for you to enjoy from the comfort of your home. Each week\, we’ll explore different themes with conversations inspired by artists and artworks in the Carter’s collection and share stories and experiences.  Additional Artful Moments dates for September are: \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T063000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T033212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T033212Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia C.A.R.E.S. Caregiver Education and Support
DESCRIPTION:Dementia C.A.R.E.S. is a FREE 6-week caregiver education and support program for those caring for someone with dementia. Each week of the 6-week program focuses on a different topic including: Behavioral Changes\, How to Ask for Help\, Communication Skills\, Community Resources\, Alternative Treatment Options\, and Caring for the Caregiver. \nTO REGISTER: To register or receive more information\, contact:\nJane Oderberg\, LMSW at Jane.Oderberg@UNTHSC.edu \nDementia C.A.R.E.S. will be held virtually using Zoom. Registration is required to receive the link to attend each session. This program is sponsored by the Heath Foundation.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/dementia-c-a-r-e-s-caregiver-education-and-support/2020-10-07/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T073000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T200536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T200536Z
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SUMMARY:Update on Alzheimer's and Dementia Research--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Barbara Harty provides an update on the research and best practices in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Barbara Harty is the West Center’s Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Professor of Geriatrics at UNT Health Science Center at Fort Worth.        Free – 1.0 CE Hour for Social Work & LPC \nRegister by clicking on class titles Update on Alzheimer’s & Dementia Research \n or through our website HERE\, or \n\nEmail us at caregiver@jameslwest.org\,\nTell us which program(s) you want to attend\, and \nYou will receive a confirmation email and a link to join each class!\n\nHave questions or want more information? Call us at 817-877-1199. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/update-on-alzheimers-and-dementia-research-virtual-event/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201008T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200930T202827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T213604Z
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SUMMARY:Essential of Caregiving: Caring for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:This session will give an overview of tips to keep you healthy in your role as a caregiver.  Please join us for a facilitated presentation and discussion hosted by the UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing’s Caring for the Caregiver Program. \nFor more information on this program\, contact Jennifer Brackett at 210-450-8715 or brackett@uthscsa.edu \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://dffw.org/event/essential-of-caregiving-caring-for-the-caregiver/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T070000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T201001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T201001Z
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SUMMARY:The Heartbreak and Cost of Isolation: Strategies for Coping--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Presentation by Hollie Glover\, LPC\, West Center Director of Education.                    Free – 1.0 CE Hour for Social Work & LPC \nRegister by clicking on class title The Heartbreak and Cost of Isolation: Strategies for Coping  \nor through our website HERE\, or \n\nEmail us at caregiver@jameslwest.org\,\nTell us which program(s) you want to attend\, and \nYou will receive a confirmation email and a link to join each class!\n\nHave questions or want more information? Call us at 817-877-1199. \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/the-heartbreak-and-cost-of-isolation-strategies-for-coping-virtual-event/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201015T060000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T012611Z
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SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | October\, November\, & December\, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-994-3803 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION \nWATCH PREVIOUS ACTIVITY SESSIONS \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-10-15/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201021T080000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T032206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T032332Z
UID:10003729-1603263600-1603267200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Labor Trends: The Future of Recruitment and Retention--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Age-u-cate presents Virtual Road Trip 2020 \nThe economy changed nearly overnight with unemployment shifting from an all time low to a Great Depression high. During a time when most people were told to stay home\, the need for home care based services is expected to surge. Join Maggie Keen\, VP of myCNAjobs for a look at the latest caregiver recruitment and retention trends. Explore what rules have changed\, what’s stayed the same\, and how to attract and retain the best workers to build a truly differentiated experience to grow your agency.  FREE EVENT \n  \nMaggie Keen – Vice President Strategic Initiatives \nREGISTER
URL:https://dffw.org/event/labor-trends-the-future-of-recruitment-and-retention-virtual-event/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T064500
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200930T215735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T215735Z
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SUMMARY:Essential of Caregiving: Learning Skills Together--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the Caring for the Caregiver Program for the Learning Skills Together Workshop. This workshop is intended for families and families of choice who are caring for someone with dementia and other cognitive conditions.  Learning Skills Together is a 2-week course that is delivered by video conference (Zoom) over 4 sessions. Each session will be 1.5 hours. During this program\, topics covered will include transfer/fall prevention\, home safety\, medication management\, and issues related to behavior management. \nSession Dates: Tuesday\, October 27th Thursday\, October 29th Tuesday\, November 3rd Thursday\, November 5th \nREGISTER \nWe are evaluating the Learning Skills Together in a research study.  Family Caregivers\, including families of choice (for example friends)\, who are assisting someone living with mid-stage dementia may also be eligible to participate in a study regarding how participation in the Learning Skills Together Program affects caregivers. \nIf you would like to help us with this research\, click here to find out if you might be eligible. \nSession Dates: Tuesday\, October 27th Thursday\, October 29th Tuesday\, November 3rd Thursday\, November 5th \nFor more information on this event\, contact Jennifer Brackett at 210-450-8715 or brackett@uthscsa.edu or 210-450-8862 for assistance with registering. \n*Note: If you are a professional and would like more information about this program please email brackett@uthscsa.edu to sign-up for an informational session.*
URL:https://dffw.org/event/essential-of-caregiving-learning-skills-together-virtual-event/2020-10-27/
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Health San Antonio":MAILTO:masoud@uthscsa.edu.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T090000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201027T055043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T055043Z
UID:10003874-1603785600-1603789200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:On-Line Support Group for Families and Friends of Persons Living With Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Twice Weekly Online Support Groups for Families & Friends of Persons with Dementia\nLead by Licensed Professional Counselor & Dementia Care Expert\nEvery Wednesday @ 1 – 2 pm and/or\nEvery Friday @ 11am – 12 pm\nOur Support Groups are designed to help caregivers reduce their feelings of stress\, depression\, and anxiety\, and to improve their coping skills and well-being. There is a topic of discussion each week\, as well as time for open conversation.  Have questions or want more information? Call us\nat 817-877-1199. \nREGISTER here for WEDNESDAYS \nREGISTER here for FRIDAYS
URL:https://dffw.org/event/on-line-support-group-for-families-and-friends-of-persons-living-with-dementia/2020-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201102T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201102T073000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201027T061439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T061439Z
UID:10003894-1604300400-1604302200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Stress Management--On-Line Event
DESCRIPTION:Connect with us every Monday from 1 – 1:30pm to learn about and practice stress management techniques that are shown to reduce stress and help us better cope with our lives. Everyone is welcome! \nREGISTER HERE \nNov. 2 – Eating Well \nNov. 9 – Positive Self Talk \nNov. 16 – Chair Chi \nNov. 23 – Laughter Yoga \nNov. 30 – Reminiscing \nDec. 7 – Deep Breathing 2.0 \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/stress-management-on-line-event/2020-11-02/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Stress Management
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T053000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201027T051519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T051519Z
UID:10003867-1604552400-1604554200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Bite-Sized Caregiver Skill Building--on-line event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these 30-minute Online Sessions for help with a variety of skills needed for caregiving. \nClick on each class to register \nChange Your Thinking: Discount the Positive         Nov 5 @ 11am\nCommunication in Late Stages                                   Nov 10 @ 11am\nChange Your Thinking: Jump to Conclusions         Nov 12 @ 11am\nActivities for the Early Stages                                     Nov 17 @ 11am\nChange Your Thinking: Magnify & Minimize          Nov 19 @ 11am\nActivities for the Mid Stages                                        Nov 24 @ 11am\nActivities for the Late Stages                                         Dec 1 @ 11 am \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/bite-sized-caregiver-skill-building-on-line-event/2020-11-05/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T080000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201027T071129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T194932Z
UID:10003899-1604991600-1604995200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Getting Through the Holidays with COVID and Dementia: Virtual and In-Person Support Groups
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 4-week Dementia Support Group with in-person and virtual options presented by Dementia Friendly Fort Worth and James L. West Center for Dementia Care.   These sessions are designed to help those caring for someone with dementia to get through the holidays with less stress. \nNovember 10 \nNovember 17 \nDecember 1 \nDecember 15 \nIn-person group is limited to 8 participants.    Location: First United Methodist Church: 750 w. 5th St.\, 3rd floor Conference Room.    Masks  must be worn over the nose and mouth.  Only medically necessary food/beverages allowed–nothing provided.  On-line PRESCREENING REQUIRED.  SCREEN HERE  \nAll others will join by zoom.  REGISTRATION REQUIRED: jcobb@JamesLWest.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/getting-through-the-holidays-with-covid-and-dementia-virtual-and-in-person-support-groups/2020-11-10/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth\, 800 W 5th St.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102
ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T053000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201001T033212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T192144Z
UID:10003812-1605155400-1605159000@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Dementia C.A.R.E.S. Virtual Caregiver Support:  Zoom event
DESCRIPTION:Dementia C.A.R.E.S. is a FREE support group  for those caring for someone with dementia. \nDementia C.A.R.E.S. will be held virtually using Zoom. Registration is required to receive the link to attend each session. This program is sponsored by the Heath Foundation. \nTO REGISTER: To register or receive more information\, contact:\nJane Oderberg\, LMSW at Jane.Oderberg@UNTHSC.edu \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/dementia-c-a-r-e-s-caregiver-education-and-support-2020-10-21-2/2020-11-12/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200930T214639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T214639Z
UID:10003713-1605168000-1605173400@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Essentials of Caregiving: Navigating Challenging Behaviors--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:The Essentials of Caregiving is a six-week series of classes focused on providing support and tools to caregivers as they care for a loved one living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or related dementia.  The Navigating Challenging Behaviors session will provide helpful strategies and tools to support you\, as a caregiver\, as your loved one’s behavior might begin to change and vary. \nOur Cognitive Engagement Program is for family members with dementia or another chronic condition. They will be guided by a health care professional in a tailored activity while their family caregiver attends the Essentials of Caregiving classes. To enroll in the Cognitive Engagement Program\, please contact us at least 3 days prior to class. \nFor more information on this event\, contact Sara Masoud at 210-450-8451 or masoud@uthscsa.edu. \nREGISTER
URL:https://dffw.org/event/essentials-of-caregiving-navigating-challenging-behaviors-virtual-event/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Health San Antonio":MAILTO:masoud@uthscsa.edu.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201202T204122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T204122Z
UID:10003342-1606971600-1606993200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Bite-Sized Caregiver Skill Building
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these  30-minute Online Sessions – click on each class title to register  \nChange Your Thinking: Emotional Reasoning &  Jumping to Conclusions         Dec. 3 @11am  \nShadowing Behavior in Dementia                               Dec. 8 @11am \nChange Your Thinking: Should & Shouldn’t Statements & Personalizing Blame                           Dec. 10 @11am \nDementia Friendly Holidays                                         Dec. 15 @11am \nManaging Family Dynamics & Caregiving                 Dec. 17 @11am
URL:https://dffw.org/event/bite-sized-caregiver-skill-building-3/2020-12-03/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200930T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T221136Z
UID:10003718-1607587200-1607592600@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Essentials of Caregiving: Legal and Financial Planning--Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver\, you will need to plan for future decisions\, and many decisions are not easy. This session is designed to help you and your family members prepare for legal and financial decisions\, including power of attorney\, wills\, and different payment options. Please join us for this session hosted by the UT Health School of Nursing’s Caring for the Caregiver Program. \nRegistration is free. These classes are for caregivers. \nFor more information on this event\, contact Jennifer Brackett at 210-450-8715 or brackett@uthscsa.edu. \nREGISTER
URL:https://dffw.org/event/essentials-of-caregiving-legal-and-financial-planning-virtual-event/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Health San Antonio":MAILTO:masoud@uthscsa.edu.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T050000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T235650Z
UID:10003811-1609129800-1609131600@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | October\, November\, & December\, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-994-3803 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION \nWATCH PREVIOUS ACTIVITY SESSIONS \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15-2020-12-28/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T050000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T235921Z
UID:10003910-1609216200-1609218000@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | October\, November\, & December\, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-994-3803 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION \nWATCH PREVIOUS ACTIVITY SESSIONS \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15-2020-12-28-2020-12-29/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201230T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201230T050000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210123T000153Z
UID:10003911-1609302600-1609304400@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | October\, November\, & December\, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-994-3803 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION \nWATCH PREVIOUS ACTIVITY SESSIONS \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15-2020-12-28-2020-12-30/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201231T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201231T050000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T235831Z
UID:10003912-1609389000-1609390800@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Activities for Persons Living at Home with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | October\, November\, & December\, 2020\n10:30 – 11:00 am | Zoom Meeting\nRegistration recommended\nJoin us for this half-hour online activity session designed to engage people who are living at home with dementia. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities they can do from home.\nThese activities will include things like music therapy\, movement\, arts\, sing-a-longs\, and social opportunities. Having a routine can be a major benefit for those with dementia\, so we have chosen to offer this program five days a week! Special thanks to the United Way Area Agency on Aging grant funding for making this possible. \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-994-3803 \nREGISTER \nCONNECT TO SESSION \nWATCH PREVIOUS ACTIVITY SESSIONS \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/activities-for-persons-living-at-home-with-dementia-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15-2020-12-28-2020-12-31/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20181211T213323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210123T001039Z
UID:10003710-1609905600-1609948800@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Friendly Chapel Service--On-Line Event
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays| 10:00 – 10:45 pm | On-Line Chapel\nJoin us each Wednesday for this special service that includes singing old hymns\, hearing the stories behind some of our favorite hymns\, scripture reading\, and prayer\, but no sermon.  Join us as we enjoy these old familiar hymns. \nWatch live with First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth  WATCH  LIVE or on YouTube WATCH LIVE \n  \nIf you miss the live broadcast\, you can watch any time on YouTube. \nWatch on Facebook anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nWatch on YouTube anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/disability-friendly-weekly-chapel-service-3-2-2-2-3-7-2-3-4-2/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Chapel
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T063000
DTSTAMP:20260406T100429
CREATED:20201229T073354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T073655Z
UID:10003353-1609911000-1609914600@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Burnout and Compassion Fatigue in Family & Professional Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss the signs and symptoms of burnout and compassion fatigue; explore ways to heal\, and how to prevent reaching these overly stressed states. \nFree – 1.0 CE Hour for Social Work & LPC.          Have questions or want more information? Call us at 817-877-1199 \nREGISTER \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/burnout-and-compassion-fatigue-in-family-professional-caregivers/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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