Alzheimer’s Disease affects up to 10% of North Americans over the age of 65. While there are several medications which [...]

Finding out that someone close to you has Alzheimer’s disease and coping with this progressive illness can be distressing for anyone. The [...]

The living environment surrounding a person with Alzheimer’s disease can have a significant impact on their behaviors.  In this conference [...]

One’s journey with a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder (ADRD) is  marked by numerous losses that can [...]

Just like people, no two cancers are the same. Research has shown that cancer in one person may act and [...]

PLEASE NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, there is an echo in the recording. However, this shouldn’t hinder your understanding of [...]

In November 2014 Brittany Maynard made the news when at 29 years old, after being diagnosed with Stage 4 brain [...]

This session will provide an overview for those recently diagnosed with the intent of offering information, practical resources, and decision-making [...]

Sometimes we have to take the time and ask ourselves “where do I draw the line” when it comes to [...]

We all know that providing care for a loved one can be difficult. Even if we might be happy to help [...]

Do you ever feel anger toward your life situation; irritated about being the only one to care for your loved [...]

Family caregivers often struggle with not knowing how to speak up and get their message across to key people involved [...]

Planning and preparing for a trip is a good opportunity to break away from the daily routine which can be [...]

Respite is critical in being able to provide care for a loved one, but so often we don’t take the [...]

The living environment surrounding a person with Alzheimer’s disease can have a significant impact on their behaviors.  In this conference [...]

I was raised in a family who used guilt as a motivation technique.  I say that a bit in tongue [...]

What happens when that collection of household items builds up and takes over a major part of one’s life? What [...]

Do you ever feel anger toward your life situation; irritated about being the only one to care for your loved [...]

Does the ongoing strain of coping as a caregiver for a chronically ill family member leave you frustrated, overwhelmed, buried [...]

What is compassionate communication? How can it help you to make your caregiving journey more effective and fulfilling? How does [...]