ElderLink Virtual Support Call for Family Caregivers of Older Adults


2024 ELDERLINK VIRTUAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT CALLS


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Online Registration

Browse ElderLink’s 2024 schedule for Caregiver Support Calls

Select the support call(s) you want to register for by checking the box next to the date(s).

After making selection(s), scroll down to the end of the webpage to complete your registration.

(Have questions? Call 703-324-5374, TTY 711.)


POLICIES
Weather: If Fairfax County Government is closed
on the day of a support call, the support call will be canceled.
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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Managing Advanced Care Planning and End of Life Decisions

Caregivers often face questions about advanced medical treatment and end of life decisions for loved ones in crisis situations. It is difficult to make those decisions during an emergency or at the end of life. Join us for a brief presentation and discussion with Dr. Shan-Bala, Geriatrician with Inova who will help you think about critical discussions to have, decisions to be made, and the benefits of starting these conversations early.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Developing Intervention and De-Escalation tools for Caregivers


Caregivers often face challenging scenarios when providing care to a loved one. Join us as we use an immersive training platform to gain greater insight and perspective into strategies that can be effectively used to redirect/diffuse stressful situations using the skills of active listening and effective communication.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Open Discussion

Join us for an open discussion on caregiving challenges.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Compassionate Care for Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s Disease has an acute effect on daily life, impacting processing and cognition, social relationships, and emotional well-being.  Join us as we use an immersive training platform to gain greater insight and perspective into learning how Alzheimer’s Disease affects communication in the brain and recognizing how changes in auditory and visual processing can impact the ability to complete activities of daily living.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The Caregiver Roller Coaster: The Lows and Highs of Caregiving

Even with good planning, caregiving is an unexpected adventure. Join us for a discussion about the ups and downs, and the challenges and successes of your caregiving journey.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Emergency Preparedness for Caregivers

When emergencies arise, caregivers often face a multitude of concerns regarding the wellbeing of their loved one. Join us for a brief presentation and discussion facilitated by the Department of Emergency Management and Security (DEMS) on the topic of Emergency Preparedness including considerations to be made, actions steps that you can take now, and learning about resources available to assist.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Caregiving Over the Holidays

Caregiving during the holidays can cause an already full schedule to overflow. To quote AARP, "For some family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time when spirits are lighter. It feels good to care for loved ones and enjoy time together, celebrating with family traditions. But for many the holidays also bring added stress – an already busy caregiver finds there’s even more to do during the holidays. Something’s gotta give!" Join us to share ideas and tips for navigating through the holiday season with more joy and less stress.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

National Family Caregivers Month

During National Family Caregivers Month, join us to discuss finding the rewards and unexpected Joys of Caregiving. This topic highlights the many roles that caregivers play. Whether an informal (family, non-paid) caregiver or formal (professional) caregiver, we are in this journey together. Join us to share what being a caregiver means to you and highlight unexpected moments of joy your caregiving role has brought to you.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Managing Grief and Loss

The Holidays can bring both joyful memories and increase the grieving process as we gather and celebrate family traditions, while remembering loved ones lost. Join us for a discussion on managing grief and loss while also seeking hope and joy as we transition into the New Year.



Support calls are held virtually.
After registering for a support call, a Microsoft Teams Meeting link and phone number
will be provided so that you can join virtually or by phone.

Fairfax County, VA

[More Details ...]



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Do you have questions about or need assistance with ElderLink Virtual Support Calls?
Call 703-324-5374, TTY 711.


Stay Connected

Websites

ElderLink
Older Adults

Phone Numbers

Aging, Disability and Caregiver Resources Line 703-324-7948
Toll-Free 1-866-503-0217
TTY 711
Fax 703-653-9577

Email

Fairfax Area Agency on Aging

Newsletter

Golden Gazette

Address

Fairfax County Department of Family Services
Fairfax Area Agency on Aging
12011 Government Center Parkway, Suite 708
Fairfax, Virginia 22035-1104



(Sponsored by the Fairfax County Department of Family Services
Fairfax Area Agency on Aging.)