Communicating with Someone Living with Alzheimer’s & Other Dementia

Covenant Presbyterian Church - Kapperman-Williams Hall 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, GA, United States

Enhance communication with your loved one with dementia. As language skills fade, gestures and behaviors remain vital. Discover how these changes affect health, safety, and quality of life. Join our program to learn effective strategies, enter their world, and maintain meaningful connections. Empower yourself to respond to their needs with compassion and confidence. Program Presenter: […]

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How to Have Difficult Conversations with Aging Parents

Covenant Presbyterian Church - Kapperman-Williams Hall 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, GA, United States

Talking with aging parents about their legal and financial issues, driving, and independent living can be challenging for many adult children. Rationally, we know these are meaningful conversations to reduce uncertainty and minimize conflict for everyone. Emotionally, however, we may be concerned that our parents will think we are trying to take control of their […]

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Understanding the Hospital Discharge Process

Covenant Presbyterian Church - Kapperman-Williams Hall 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, GA, United States

Returning home after a hospital stay can be complex for older adults and their families. Paying close attention to discharge instructions, changes in medications, special equipment needs, and more, may mean the difference between staying at home and going back to the hospital. Join us to learn about discharge planning and services that may be […]

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Juggling Work, Home, and Caregiving

Covenant Presbyterian Church - Kapperman-Williams Hall 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, GA, United States

Over 60% of family caregivers work outside the home. Often, they are at the peak of their career. And even if they are not, they may still provide needed caregiving for children, pets, a spouse, and aging parents. Juggling work, home, and caregiving is tough. Join us to learn about these topics: trends relative to […]

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Staying Safe While Aging in Place

Covenant Presbyterian Church - Kapperman-Williams Hall 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, GA, United States

Home purchase is generally the single most expensive purchase adults make during their lifetimes and, for many aging homeowners, their home probably represents financial security, family memories, and community familiarity. Thus, it should come as no surprise to adult-children that many of their aging parents want to remain in their homes as they age. This […]

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