Online Registration — Free Webinars for Family Caregivers of Older Adults

In this webinar, participants will learn how to be supportive when a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, how to deal with the diagnosis, side effects, treatments, end of life care, and more. As a family caregiver, it is important to understand what your role is, and how to be the most supportive. Learn how to you share your concerns, provide care when you live far away, share diagnosis with family, children and friends, and discover resources for your loved one and yourself.

Today, there are more options than ever before for older adults who need help living in their homes or for those who can no longer live alone safely. Gone are the days where an institution, like a nursing home, was the only alternative. The options for care can be overwhelming and confusing but with a little education, families and caretakers can help their loved ones find a solution that best suits them including those that allow them to age in place. Join this webinar for a brief synopsis of the Fairfax County Home Based Care program, the Virginia Medicaid waiver program, and the Auxiliary Grant program option for Assisted Living Facility placement.

Join Lyn Tomlinson, the Deputy Director for the Fairfax Falls Church Community Services Board, as she shares how to communicate and support your loved one living mental illness. Learn how to explain mental illnesses such as bipolar, schizophrenia, mood disorders, manic depressive disorders, personality disorders etc. to family and friends. Many  caregivers feel isolated, discover how you can establish community and support. Discover how to have boundaries with your loved one and learn about resources.

Not sure what legal tools you need to assist in your caregiver journey?  Attend this presentation by Legal Services of Northern Virginia and learn the single most valuable legal tool that EVERYONE should have and use. Figure out if you need a will or a trust; determine if you need a guardianship over your loved one.  Plenty of time for questions and answers.  Learn more about FREE legal services provided through Legal Services of Northern Virginia.

The Medicare 101 training is for individuals who will be eligible for Medicare and want to learn about their options. The session will provide an overview of the many components of Medicare: Part A (inpatient hospitalization/skilled nursing), Part B (outpatient hospital/doctors/labs/radiology), Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans), and Part D (prescription drugs), as well as how to cover the gaps in Medicare benefits through Medicare Supplement Plans.

The Medicare 102 training is for individuals who are interested in learning more about Medicare coverage. The session will provide an overview of advanced Medicare details, such as the Medicare.gov website, the latest regulatory changes and key legislative proposals, as well as provide individuals an opportunity to ask more complex questions.

This presentation will cover evidence-based non-medication strategies that (informal and formal) care partners can implement to address a range of challenging behaviors associated with the progression of dementia.