Online Registration — Free Webinars for Family Caregivers of Older Adults

In this webinar, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, experts from the Ralph Lauren Center will share practical information on cancer prevention and early detection tailored for family caregivers. Presenters include Dr. Chiranjeev Dash, director of Cancer Screening; Mary Mills, Nurse Practitioner; and Chris Leby, Men’s Health Coordinator. They will provide family caregivers with practical information on cancer prevention and early detection. The presentation will focus on increasing awareness and understanding of screening for colon, breast, prostate, and lung cancers, while helping connect people to care and providing support for healthier communities.

In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Crystal Goodwin, Access and Functional Needs Specialist for the Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management and Security, will provide a webinar on emergency preparedness for family caregivers of older adults and people with disabilities. Participants will learn how to create their own emergency plan and what items to include in an emergency kit. Caregivers will also discover local resources available during and after a disaster, as well as strategies for practicing responses to various emergency situations. Special attention will be given to the unique needs of family caregivers supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities who have access and functional needs during emergencies.

This 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 (Medigap).

This training is for individuals who are interested in learning more in-depth details regarding 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 with an opportunity to ask more complex questions.