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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-3/2020-12-15/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201215T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201215T080000
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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/2020-12-15/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T050000
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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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-12-16/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201216T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201027T055043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T055043Z
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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/2020-12-16/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-12-17/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T110000
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CREATED:20201202T204122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T204122Z
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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-3/2020-12-17/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201218T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201218T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T012611Z
UID:10003806-1608265800-1608267600@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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-12-18/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Activities-For-People-Living-at-Home-with-Dementia_-EV-300x225-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201218T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201218T060000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20230726T192542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T192542Z
UID:10003892-1608267600-1608271200@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/2020-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/JLW-new.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201221T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201221T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T012611Z
UID:10003807-1608525000-1608526800@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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-12-21/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Activities-For-People-Living-at-Home-with-Dementia_-EV-300x225-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201001T202515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T215300Z
UID:10003751-1608544800-1608548400@dffw.org
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/2020-12-21/
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201222T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201222T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T012611Z
UID:10003808-1608611400-1608613200@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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-12-22/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Activities-For-People-Living-at-Home-with-Dementia_-EV-300x225-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201223T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201223T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T012611Z
UID:10003809-1608697800-1608699600@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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-6-5-2-2-4-6-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2020-10-15/2020-12-23/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Activities-For-People-Living-at-Home-with-Dementia_-EV-300x225-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201223T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201223T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201027T055043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T055043Z
UID:10003883-1608706800-1608710400@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/2020-12-23/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/JLW-new.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201225T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201225T060000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20230726T192542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T192542Z
UID:10003893-1608872400-1608876000@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/2020-12-25/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/JLW-new.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20200601T153036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T012611Z
UID:10003810-1609129800-1609131600@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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Activities-For-People-Living-at-Home-with-Dementia_-EV-300x225-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Activities-For-People-Living-at-Home-with-Dementia_-EV-300x225-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201001T202515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T215300Z
UID:10003752-1609149600-1609153200@dffw.org
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/2020-12-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201229T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201230T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201230T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
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:20201230T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201230T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201027T055043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T055043Z
UID:10003884-1609311600-1609315200@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/2020-12-30/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201231T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201231T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
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:20260404T064651
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210106T063000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210113T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210113T060000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201229T072108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T072153Z
UID:10003351-1610512200-1610517600@dffw.org
SUMMARY:The Whole Spectrum – Medications in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 13\, 2021 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CDT FREE on-line event\nUnderstanding Alzheimer’s and dementia can be confusing. Understanding the proper use of Alzheimer’s medication can complicate matters even more. Join us for this discussion of dementia and dementia meds. The program will feature guest speaker\, Becky Mahan\, Pharm.D.\, BCGP\, BCACP. Dr. Mahan is a pharmacist and Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice in the Geriatrics Division at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy. \nRegistration Opens: Monday\, January 1\, 2018 Deadline Date: Saturday\, February 13\, 2021 Type: Registration Preferred (Not Required) \nREGISTER FREE
URL:https://dffw.org/event/the-whole-spectrum-medications-in-dementia/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210114T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210114T053000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201001T033212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T192144Z
UID:10003814-1610598600-1610602200@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-2020-10-21-2/2021-01-14/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210116T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210116T060000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201218T015801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T015839Z
UID:10003348-1610771400-1610776800@dffw.org
SUMMARY:HOPE in the Age of Dementia Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:The Hogstel Gerontological Nursing Symposium: Virtual Event\n Online\, three Saturday mornings in January from 10:30am to 12:00pm (CST).  Dates\, speakers\, topics will include: \nJanuary 16:  Dr. Anne Basting\, scholar and artist\, will talk about ways to engage people with cognitive disabilities and dementia.\nJanuary 23:  Teepa Snow\, Occupational Therapist and international educator on dementia\, will share tips for caring during a pandemic.\nJanuary 30:  Dr. Cynthia Huling Hummel\, a Presbyterian pastor\, author\, and life-long learner\, will share her inspiring story about living with dementia.\nStudents\, faculty\, family care partners\, and community members welcome. \n4.5 Contact Hours Available\, provided by Texas Christian University – Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Texas Christian University-Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \nPresented in collaboration with Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences’ Rethinking Dementia: Awareness\, Education\, Research \nREGISTER
URL:https://dffw.org/event/hope-in-the-age-of-dementia-virtual-event/2021-01-16/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210123T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210123T060000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201218T015801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T015839Z
UID:10003349-1611376200-1611381600@dffw.org
SUMMARY:HOPE in the Age of Dementia Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:The Hogstel Gerontological Nursing Symposium: Virtual Event\n Online\, three Saturday mornings in January from 10:30am to 12:00pm (CST).  Dates\, speakers\, topics will include: \nJanuary 16:  Dr. Anne Basting\, scholar and artist\, will talk about ways to engage people with cognitive disabilities and dementia.\nJanuary 23:  Teepa Snow\, Occupational Therapist and international educator on dementia\, will share tips for caring during a pandemic.\nJanuary 30:  Dr. Cynthia Huling Hummel\, a Presbyterian pastor\, author\, and life-long learner\, will share her inspiring story about living with dementia.\nStudents\, faculty\, family care partners\, and community members welcome. \n4.5 Contact Hours Available\, provided by Texas Christian University – Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Texas Christian University-Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \nPresented in collaboration with Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences’ Rethinking Dementia: Awareness\, Education\, Research \nREGISTER
URL:https://dffw.org/event/hope-in-the-age-of-dementia-virtual-event/2021-01-23/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T063000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20210123T030626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210123T032610Z
UID:10004018-1611639000-1611642600@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Partnering with Your Healthcare Team
DESCRIPTION:PARTNERING WITH YOUR HEALTHCARE TEAM \nTuesday | January 26 | 11:30 – 12:30 pm \nOnline Meeting | tinyurl.com/HCPanel2021 \nHear from a panel of dementia care experts on how to get the most out \nof your healthcare team. \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/partnering-with-your-healthcare-team/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20201124T062046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T063019Z
UID:10003338-1611817200-1611820800@dffw.org
SUMMARY:FAITH COMMUNITIES: THINGS WE CAN DO
DESCRIPTION:THINGS WE CAN DO WEBINAR SERIES \nThough quarantining is changing the way churches engage in ministry\, that does not mean the church’s response has slowed down. If anything\, it is has ramped up in new and innovative ways to meet the expanding needs of caring for the grieving to comforting the lonely. This webinar series will focus on ways churches can be in ministry to/with/for Older Adults and Boomers during these challenging times. \nAll Sessions are from 12 pm – 1 pm.  Click on the session title to register. \nMinistering to the Grieving During Pandemic; Speakers – Rev. Malcolm Frazier and Dr. Trina Armstrong  \nMinistering to the Isolated During Pandemic; Speakers – Julie Wright \nLet Older Adults Lead Ministries; Speakers – Missy Buchanan\, Rebecca Fraley\, Clayton Smith \n  \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/ministering-to-the-isolated-during-pandemic/2021-01-28/
LOCATION:ON-LINE WEBINAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T064651
CREATED:20210207T001225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T001225Z
UID:10003213-1612548000-1612548000@dffw.org
SUMMARY:2019 Tarrant County Compassion Fatigue Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Friday October 11\, 2019 7:30 am – 4:30 pm\nDoxology Bible Church\n4805 Arborlawn Dr • Fort Worth\, TX 76109
URL:https://dffw.org/event/2019-tarrant-county-compassion-fatigue-symposium/
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