1. Understanding Dementia
An overview of dementia types, how the condition progresses, and what families and caregivers can expect at each stage.
2. Caregiver Support & Self-Care
Practical strategies for caregivers to manage stress, avoid burnout, and sustain their own wellbeing while caring for a loved one.
3. Navigating Healthcare & Legal Planning
Guidance on working with healthcare providers, understanding advance directives, and coordinating care across the healthcare system.
4. Communication Strategies
Approaches for connecting and communicating effectively with someone living with memory loss or dementia.
5. Community Resources
An overview of local programs, support groups, and services available to families in the Chippewa Valley.
6. Q&A with Local Professionals
An open session for attendees to ask questions directly to healthcare and care professionals from the region.