Caregiver Education
The goal of our Education Programs is to provide caregivers, families and friends with the emotional support and education they need to better understand and manage Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia so they can have the best days possible.
We offer our well-received monthly webinars led by staff and/or guest speakers with expertise in dementia care as well as legal and financial planning. In addition we offer live programs on various dementia related topics.
Registration for these programs is required. As always, our Helpline (1-888-280-6055) is available Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.
Community Education Programs Schedule
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Understanding Dementia: An Overview for Caregivers
Offered By Webinar and Telephone ConferenceThis program is designed to provide caregivers a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Caregivers of individuals with dementia will learn about the various stages of Alzheimer’s disease, the process of getting a diagnosis, strategies for caring for someone with dementia, and much more.
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Guest Speaker Webinar: The Role of Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy in Dementia Care
Offered By Webinar and Telephone ConferencePresented by Dana Schrager, OTR/L and Robert Festa, PT, DPT, GCS from VNA Health Group. Changes in communication, mobility and cognition present many challenges for those with dementia and their caregivers. This engaging and practical program for family caregivers will explore how speech, occupational and physical therapy can provide help through a person-centered approach that enhances independence and overall quality of life for persons with dementia while also supporting caregivers.
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Celebrating the Holidays When Your Loved One Has Alzheimer’s Disease
Offered By Webinar and Telephone ConferenceThe holiday season is almost upon us. While individuals living with dementia and their caregivers may find the holiday season challenging, even overwhelming, it is still possible to find meaningful ways to celebrate. This program discusses signs of caregiver stress, provides strategies to adjust holiday celebrations and traditions, and presents approaches to maintain caregiver health.
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Communication Tips and Techniques
Offered By Webinar and Telephone ConferenceAs Alzheimer’s disease progresses, people with the disease lose their ability to use words to communicate. Join us to learn how to improve communication at each stage of the disease, including how to recognize behavior as a form of communication. Topics will include how to identify verbal and non-verbal messages to connect with the person living with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Celebrating the Holidays When Your Loved One Has Alzheimer’s Disease
Offered By Webinar and Telephone ConferenceThe holiday season is almost upon us. While individuals living with dementia and their caregivers may find the holiday season challenging, even overwhelming, it is still possible to find meaningful ways to celebrate. This program discusses signs of caregiver stress, provides strategies to adjust holiday celebrations and traditions, and presents approaches to maintain caregiver health.
Free
For more information about these programs, please contact Alzheimer’s New Jersey® at 888-280-6055.


