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Our live webinars equip you with the knowledge you need on the most common and complex topics related to aging, special needs, and caregiving.
Thursday, June 11th
The Basics of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
2 PM EST / 1 PM CST / 11 AM PST
45 Minutes
There are nearly 7 million people living with dementia in the U.S. today, with that number projected to almost double by the year 2050. For caregivers living with the diagnosis in an aging parent or grandparent, navigating new behaviors and needs can be overwhelming.
On this webinar, we cover the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia, walk you through signs and symptoms, and provide tips to help you find the support you need to avoid caregiver burnout.
As a Homethrive Care Guide, Amanda McKenzie has been in the field of social work for over ten years. She has dedicated her social work career to advocating for caregivers and their well-being. Join her in this session as she walks us through how to spot signs of cognitive decline and how to handle care across stages.
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She’ll be covering topics like the following:
- The types of dementia
- The different stages of Alzheimer's
- Normal aging vs. signs of dementia
- Planning for the future
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Maximize Your Homethrive Benefit
12 PM EST / 11 AM CST / 9 AM PST
30 Minutes
If you care for anyone who needs more help due to age, disability, or a medical condition, Homethrive can help you find a better way forward. Join us for a live 30-minute session to learn more about how Homethrive can help you reclaim precious time and energy while caring for a loved one. We’ll show you how to get the support you need and answer all your questions about Homethrive.
Make sure to sign up even if you can't attend live to receive the recording afterwards!
What you’ll learn:
- The steps to get the support you need through Homethrive
- How Homethrive helps you reclaim time and energy as a caregiver
- How Homethrive helps you manage caregiving challenges effectively
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Thursday, July 16th
Back to School: Navigating Special Education with an IEP
2 PM EST / 1 PM CST / 11 AM PST
45 Minutes
Over 7.5 million students in the United States receive special education services. An Individualized Education Program, or IEP, serves as the “blueprint” for their academic success and inclusion.
In this back-to-school webinar, we’re covering this important process and what to expect from it. We’ll learn who is involved and how all of the elements come together to ensure that your child gets an appropriate education and is able to learn alongside their peers wherever possible.
Our host for this session is Homethrive Care Guide Ruth De Azevedo. A Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager, Ruth draws on her extensive background in ABA and family advocacy to support neurodivergent individuals.
Make sure to sign up even if you can't attend live to receive the recording afterwards!
What to expect:
- Key participants in the IEP
- Core components of an IEP
- The IEP process flow
- Determining eligibility and understanding your rights
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