Education – Caregiver Strategies
Caring for someone who has dementia is an involved process. Our Caregiver Strategies classes and programs walk you through the essentials of how to best care for someone with memory loss, and train you on practical strategies and plans so you can feel equipped and ready to face the disease.
Classes Offered
Family Caregiver Strategies Class – This program is an evidence-informed, 6-hour training provided over a 3-week period. Caregivers will possess greater confidence and understanding of moderate-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Family Strategies 1-2-3 – Attend one, two or all three of these classes designed to help families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.
- Caring Conversations – Learn principles and practical techniques to communicate with those with memory loss.
- Meaningful Activities at Home – Learn how to plan and do easy activities at home that enhance the time you spend together with your loved one with memory loss.
- Understanding and Responding to Your Loved One’s Distress – Join us as we discuss common challenges, why they happen, and how we can best respond.
A Caregiver’s Journey: My Three Lessons (Zoom)
Online WebinarJoin our conversation with Ben Allen, educator for AlzOC and former care partner, as he shares insightful perspectives from his caregiving journey, and offers practical tips for friends and family of loved ones experiencing memory loss and other cognitive changes. Thank you to our Sponsor:
Dispelling Common Myths about Dementia
Westminster Senior Center 8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, United StatesThere are many misconceptions around Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. Join us to hear about the most common myths surrounding Alzheimer's and other types of dementia and separate fact from fiction. Bring your questions! Call 714-895-2878 to RSVP
Nutrition for a Healthier Mind
Orange Public Library 407 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA, United StatesA discussion of age-related changes in memory and learning and how nutrition and diet impact your cognitive health. Learn what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid for a healthier brain and body. Call (714) 288-2400 to RSVP
View our other classes and programs
Alzheimer’s Orange County (ALZOC®) offers hundreds of other classes and workshops for those with memory loss concerns, families, caregivers and the community. Browse our other classes here.
