Classes & Events

Be a part of making Pima County a dementia-friendly community!In this training you will:-get a general understanding of what dementia is-learn the most common type of dementia-focus on adopting a mindset to create a dementia-friendly and inclusive community-understand five key messages about dementia-learn tips for communicating with people with dementia-choose an action step that you […]

Caregiving Essentials: First Steps (Part #1 Steps to Resilience; Part #2 Physical Care & Safety)This two-part workshop is for informal, non-paid family caregivers and touches upon common caregiver issues. In the morning, Part#1 Steps to Resilience, topics are discussed such as communication strategies, legal and financial matters, housing, memory care & dementias, end of life […]

Become a Dementia Friend in your community!In this training you will:-get a general understanding of what dementia is-learn the most common type of dementia-focus on adopting a mindset to create a dementia-friendly and inclusive community-understand five key messages about dementia-learn tips for communicating with people with dementia-choose an action step that you will take as […]

A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities togetherMemory cafes provide those dealing with cognitive decline and their friends, families, and caregivers a welcoming, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment where they can take part in engaging experiences designed with them in mind. Be […]

Learn more about the brain changes that occur with dementia.A more in-depth look at dementia, Part I focuses on the 3-stage model of dementia progression, brain changes that occur with dementia, anticipation of decline, and an overview of some common behaviors and how to approach them. It is recommended but not required that you first […]

A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities togetherMemory cafes provide those dealing with cognitive decline and their friends, families, and caregivers a welcoming, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment where they can take part in engaging experiences designed with them in mind. Be […]

Focuses on behavioral interventions and caregiving strategiesThis training focuses on caregiving strategies, including positive physical approach and supportive communication, common challenges with dementia patients, such as fatigue, agitation, bathing, dressing, and sundowning, and some strategies for addressing them. You will also compare pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, learn about several non-pharmacological options, and get ideas for […]